International Emmy Awards 2025: Complete winners and nominees, with Diljit Dosanjh and Imtiaz Ali earning major nods

The 53rd International Emmy Awards were held on November 24, 2025, at the New York Hilton Midtown, presented by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. The ceremony honored outstanding television made outside the U.S., with winners across 16 categories from 26 countries. India's "Amar Singh Chamkila" earned two nominations, with Diljit Dosanjh nominated for Best Actor, marking a watershed moment for Indian storytelling on global television's biggest stage.

WINNER: "Ryuichi Sakamoto: Last Days" (Japan, NHK). Haunting documentary on musician's final days. NOMINEES: "Alkebulan Chronicles" (South Africa), "The Gershwin Prize" (United States), "Maestro in Blue" (Italy). Each exploring art through intimate, poignant lenses.

WINNER: Oriol Pla, "Yo, Adicto" (I, Addict) Spain. Raw portrayal of addiction's grip. NOMINEES: Diljit Dosanjh, "Amar Singh Chamkila" (India, Netflix) Indian folk legend's turbulent life. Andreas Pietschmann, Germany. Massimiliano Gallo, Italy.

WINNER: Anna Maxwell Martin, "Until I Kill You" (United Kingdom). Survival, resilience redefined. NOMINEES: Juliette Binoche, "La Syndicaliste" (France). Kasia Smutniak, Poland. Thania Sanchez, Mexico. Each commanding their narratives fearlessly.

WINNER: "Ludwig" (United Kingdom, Big Talk Productions). Witty detective charmer. NOMINEES: "Baskets" updates (United States). "Cuckoo in the Nest" (Canada). "En Therapie" (France). Comedy transcending language, reaching hearts.

WINNER: "Rivals" (United Kingdom, ITV Productions). Ruthless ambition, friendships tested. NOMINEES: "Clan" (Spain). "The Regime" (Austria). "Succession finale reimagined" (Denmark). Powerhouse narratives dissecting human nature, greed, resilience.

WINNER: "Lost Boys and Fairies" (United Kingdom, Duck Soup Films). Young dancers' redemption journey. NOMINEES: "Amar Singh Chamkila" (India, Netflix) Punjabi folk singer's controversial rise. "Respuestas" (Argentina). "Sleepless" (South Korea).

WINNER: “Hell Jumper” (United Kingdom, Expectation TV). A gripping dive into frontline bravery and the human cost behind elite missions.NOMINEES: King of Kings: Chasing Edward Jones (France). O Prazer é Meu (It’s My Pleasure, Brazil). School Ties (South Africa). Each documentary confronts reality with courage and unfiltered storytelling.

WINNER: "Shaolin Heroes" (Denmark). Martial arts meets modern survival. NOMINEES: "MasterChef Italia" season (Italy). "The Traitors Australia" (Australia). "Next Level Chef" (Mexico). Entertainment blending competition, culture, heart authentically.

WINNER: "La Mediatrice" (The Mediator) France. Bite-sized conflict resolution narratives. NOMINEES: "Remi's Micro" (Canada). "Dash" (Brazil). "Tiny Tales" (South Korea). Proving shorter formats deliver punchy, meaningful emotional arcs.

WINNER: "Dispatches: Kill Zone: Inside Gaza" (United Kingdom). Unflinching conflict coverage. NOMINEES: "Mideast Reckoning" (United States). "Truth Untold" (Lebanon). "War's Echo" (Ukraine). Courageous reporting exposing uncomfortable truths globally.

WINNER: "Gaza, Search for Life" (Qatar, Al Jazeera Programs). Humanitarian perspective amid chaos. NOMINEES: "Breaking Points" (Kenya). "Crisis Unravelled" (Brazil). "Voices from Silence" (Sweden). News stories transcending headlines, touching humanity.

WINNER: "It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football" (Spain, Netflix). Icon's controversial final moment. NOMINEES: "Argentina '78" documentary. "Chasing Legacy" (Australia). "Sven" (UK). Sports revealing character, sacrifice, redemption powerfully.

WINNER: “Deha (The Good & The Bad)” (Turkey). A gripping tale of moral conflict.NOMINEES: “Mania de Voce” (Brazil). “Regreso a las Sabinas” (Spain). “Valle Salvaje” (Spain).Deeply layered stories exploring family, ambition and betrayal.

WINNER: “Bluey” (Australia). Warm, imaginative storytelling.NOMINEES: “Lamput” Season 4 (Singapore). “Lupi & Baduki” (Brazil). “Moominvalley” Season 4 (Finland).Animation celebrating creativity, play, and emotional growth.

WINNER: “Auf Fritzis Spuren – Wie war das so in der DDR?” [“On Fritzi’s Traces – What Was It Like in the GDR?”] (Germany). Insightful, educational journey.NOMINEES: “Bora, O Pódio é Nosso” (Brazil). “Kids Like Us” (United Kingdom). “Playroom Live” (South Africa).Shows blending learning with engaging, youth-friendly storytelling.

WINNER: “Fallen” (United Kingdom). Emotional, character-driven narrative.NOMINEES: “Luz” (Brazil). “Prefects” (Kenya). “Shut Up” (Norway).Live-action tales showcasing young talent and bold themes.

Netflix's "Amar Singh Chamkila" earned dual nominations: Diljit Dosanjh (Best Actor), Imtiaz Ali (Director/Screenplay, TV Movie). The only Indian title at 2025 Emmys, celebrating Punjabi musician's controversial legacy. Didn't win, yet marked watershed moment.