Indian women have steadily carved a powerful presence on the global stage, winning some of the world’s most prestigious honours — from the Academy Awards and BAFTA Awards to the Grammy Awards and the Cannes Film Festival. Their victories are not just personal milestones but cultural moments that placed Indian storytelling, music, and artistry firmly on the global map. Here’s a look at Indian women who won major honours on these international platforms

Before the red carpet for the 2026 Academy Awards, aka the Oscars, rolls out, the nominees gathered for an informal meet-and-greet at a luncheon event. Nearly all 230 nominees across 24 categories assembled at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills on Tuesday. Luncheon is a tradition that brings Hollywood’s biggest names and newest faces under one roof. From Emma Stone and Timothée Chalamet to Teyana Taylor, Leonardo DiCaprio and others, celebs brought their A-game as they arrived for the fun-filled evening.