Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh has earned a nomination at the prestigious International Emmy Awards 2025. On Thursday, the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced that Dosanjh will compete in the Best Performance by an Actor category for his powerful portrayal in filmmaker Imtiaz Ali’s acclaimed biopic Amar Singh Chamkila.Two nominations for Imtiaz Ali’s filmThe recognition does not end with Dosanjh’s individual nod. Amar Singh Chamkila, produced by Window Seat Films and streamed on Netflix, has also secured a nomination in the TV Movie/Mini-Series category. The biopic stands out as the lone Indian entry at this year’s International Emmys.In the film, Dosanjh plays the role of Punjabi singer Amar Singh Chamkila, who was tragically gunned down in 1988 along with his singer-wife Amarjot, portrayed by Parineeti Chopra.Global competition in acting category- Dosanjh faces tough competition for the Best Actor award. His fellow nominees include:- David Mitchell for Ludwig (United Kingdom)- Oriol Pla for Yo, adicto (Spain)- Diego Vasquez for One Hundred Years of Solitude (Colombia)- Strong global line-up in mini-series category- In the TV Movie/Mini-Series race, Amar Singh Chamkila will compete against:- Herrhausen: The Banker and the Bomb (Germany)- Lost Boys & Fairies (United Kingdom)- Vencer o Morir (Chile)Awards ceremony in New YorkThe winners will be revealed at the 53rd International Emmy Awards gala, scheduled to be held in New York City on November 24, 2025.According to the Academy, this year’s nominations feature 64 contenders across 16 categories, representing a record 26 countries.Academy statementBruce L. Paisner, President & CEO of the International Academy, said, “As the International Emmys continue to recognise the very best in television, the creativity and caliber of this year's nominees, from a record 26 countries, reflect the global strength of our industry. New York City will once again serve as the global stage this November, where we will honor their remarkable achievements.”India at the International EmmysIndia has made its mark at the International Emmys before. The Netflix series Delhi Crime won Best Drama in 2020, while comedian Vir Das bagged the Best Comedy trophy in 2021.
Diljit Dosanjh bags International Emmy 2025 nomination for ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’
