Golden Globe Awards 2025: India’s Big Moment and Everything You Need to Know
The glamour and excitement of the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards are set to take over as the prestigious ceremony unfolds at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. Scheduled for January 5, 2025 (US time), this year’s event promises to be a memorable celebration of the best in film and television.
What makes this edition particularly special is the spotlight on India, with Payal Kapadia’s film All We Imagine As Light earning two major nominations. The awards will be hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, marking a historic first as the only woman to host the Golden Globes solo.
India Shines on the Global Stage
Indian cinema stands tall this year with All We Imagine As Light, which has garnered nominations in two prestigious categories: Best Director for Kapadia and Best Motion Picture in a Non-English Language. Known for her compelling storytelling, Kapadia faces stiff competition in the Best Director category, contending with industry greats such as Jacques Audiard (Emilia Perez), Sean Baker (Anora), and Edward Berger (Conclave).
In the Best Motion Picture – Non-English Language category, Kapadia’s masterpiece will compete against critically acclaimed films like Emilia Perez, The Girl with the Needle, I’m Still Here, and The Seed of the Sacred Fig.
A Night of Glitz and Glamour
The awards night will feature a dazzling lineup of presenters, including global icons such as Andrew Garfield, Anya Taylor-Joy, Dwayne Johnson, Gal Gadot, Michelle Yeoh, Viola Davis, and many others. The star-studded evening will honour the finest talents in film and television, with Netflix leading the nominations across both mediums.
For audiences in the US, the ceremony will air live on CBS and stream on Paramount+ at 5 PM PT/8 PM ET on January 5. Indian viewers can catch the event live on Lionsgate Play on January 6, starting at 6:30 AM IST.
Key Highlights and Nominations
The Golden Globes will showcase fierce competition across a variety of categories. Films like Dune: Part Two, The Brutalist, Challengers, and Emilia Perez dominate the nominations. Meanwhile, animated hits such as Inside Out 2 and The Wild Robot bring excitement to the Best Animated Feature category.
Prominent actors like Kate Winslet, Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Denzel Washington are among the contenders for top acting honours. Television series such as Squid Game, The Bear, and The Day of the Jackal also stand out with multiple nominations.
What to Expect
This year’s awards promise not only to celebrate outstanding achievements in entertainment but also to deliver a thrilling spectacle. With Nikki Glaser at the helm, the evening is expected to blend humour and elegance seamlessly.
As India watches with pride and anticipation, all eyes are on Payal Kapadia and her film All We Imagine As Light, hoping to bring home the Golden Globes. The 82nd Golden Globe Awards are set to be an unforgettable celebration of creativity, storytelling, and cultural diversity.
For the full list of nominations, check out the official announcements and join the global audience in witnessing this iconic event live!
