The Golden Globe Awards, one of the most prestigious honors in the film and television industry, have celebrated outstanding talents worldwide. Over the years, several Indians have left their mark at these awards. Recently, Payal Kapadia created history by becoming the first Indian woman to be nominated for Best Direction. Here is a look at all the Indians who have been nominated at the Golden Globes.
In 2025, Payal Kapadia became the first Indian woman nominated for Best Direction at the Golden Globe Awards for her film All We Imagine as Light. The film was also nominated for Best Non-English Language Film, making a proud moment for Indian cinema.
Several Indians have made the nation proud by earning Golden Globe nominations. From filmmakers to musicians, their contributions have brought Indian cinema and art to global recognition over the years.
Here is the list of All Indians that have been nominated for Golden Globes:
| Name | Year | Category | Work |
| V. Shantaram | 1959 | Samuel Goldwyn International Film Award | Do Aankhen Barah Haath |
| Mira Nair | 1989 | Best Foreign Language Film | Salaam Bombay! |
| Mira Nair | 2002 | Best Foreign Language Film | Monsoon Wedding |
| AR Rahman | 2009 | Best Original Score | Slumdog Millionaire |
| SS Rajamouli | 2023 | Best Foreign Language Film | RRR |
| MM Keeravani | 2023 | Best Song | Naatu Naatu (RRR) |
| Chandrabose | 2023 | Best Song | Naatu Naatu (RRR) |
| Payal Kapadia | 2025 | Best Director | All We Imagine as Light |
| Payal Kapadia | 2025 | Best Non-English Language Film | All We Imagine as Light |
The Golden Globe Awards celebrate excellence in international film and television. Held annually since 1944, they are a key part of the awards season, leading up to the Oscars. Presented by the Golden Globe Foundation, the ceremony supports entertainment-related charities and scholarships. While usually held in January, the awards were untelevised several times and the 2008 event was canceled due to a writer’s strike.
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