Making his first-ever International Emmy nomination, Diljit walked the red carpet alongside filmmaker Imtiaz Ali. He impressed everyone in a shimmery suit jacket, crisp white shirt, black bow tie, black trousers, and his signature black turban. His nomination marked a global milestone for India, highlighting the legacy of Punjab’s legendary singer Amar Singh Chamkila.

Diljit competed against David Mitchell for Ludwig and Diego Vasquez for One Hundred Years of Solitude. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, Amar Singh Chamkila traces the singer’s rise as the “Elvis of Punjab” in the 1980s. Known for his bold, revolutionary songs, Chamkila’s life ended tragically in 1988 when he and his wife Amarjot Kaur were killed at the age of 27.

India has seen previous Emmy successes, such as Delhi Crime winning Best Drama Series in 2020 and comedian Vir Das winning in 2021 for Vir Das: For India. Despite missing the trophy, Diljit’s nomination has put Punjabi cinema on the global stage and inspired artists across India.

Fans and media praised his performance, while social media buzzed with messages of pride for his achievement. Diljit’s journey from regional cinema to the international spotlight shows how talent combined with perseverance can break barriers. His presence at the Emmys demonstrates India’s growing influence in global entertainment.

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On Friday, he shared a video on Instagram, announcing his next tour in Hong Kong. The tour, named AXA X WONDERLAND AURA TOUR, will kick off on September 28. In the video, he interacted warmly with fans and posed for pictures.

During the video, Diljit was seen at Durian Fest 2025, trying Kuala Lumpur’s famous fruit, the durian. He also shared details of his upcoming Hong Kong tour and expressed blessings for his fans.

Diljit received the Best Actor nomination for his role in the Netflix biographical drama Amar Singh Chamkila, directed by Imtiaz Ali. He will compete against actors from the UK, Spain, and Colombia. The winners will be announced at the 53rd International Emmy Awards in New York City on November 24.

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Rani said the award marks a milestone in her 30-year career. She thanked her mother, fans, director Ashima Chibber, and producers Nikkhil, Monisha, and Madhu for their support. She also praised the cast and crew from India and Estonia for their efforts during the COVID period.

The film tells the real-life story of Indian immigrants Sagarika Chakraborty and Anurup Bhattacharya, whose children were taken by Norwegian authorities in 2011. Rani said the story moved her deeply and showed a mother’s determination to protect her child abroad.

Rani added that the film celebrates motherhood and the quiet strength women carry every day. She thanked the National Award jury for recognising her work. She hopes the film inspires viewers to honour mothers’ courage and love worldwide.

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