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8 Indian Origin Actors Who Conquered The Global Stage With Their Emmy Nominations

Let’s have a look at a few Indian-origin actors who are making their mark on the global stage and leaving everyone across the globe mesmerized with their performances.

Shefali Shah
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Indian cinema’s influence extends far beyond its borders, and the actors have increasingly gained recognition on the global stage. Several talented Indian actors have garnered Emmy Award nominations, marking a significant achievement for both themselves and Indian cinema as a whole. These nominations prove the exceptional talent and versatility of these actors, as they excel in their diverse roles.

Let’s have a look at a few of these actors making their mark on the global stage:

Shefali Shah

Shefali Shah’s nomination for an International Emmy Award for her role as police officer Vartika Chaturvedi in Netflix’s ‘Delhi Crime’ proves her exceptional performance in this nuanced role.

Jim Sarbh

Jim Sarbh’s first International Emmy Award nomination came in the Best Performance by an Actor category for his role in the SonyLIV web series ‘Rocket Boys.’ His compelling portrayal of Dr Homi J Bhabha left a lasting impact, earning him a well-deserved spot among the best in the world.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Nawazuddin Siddiqui received an Emmy nomination in the Best Performance by an Actor category for his role in ‘Serious Men’. His exceptional acting skills continue to earn him recognition on the global stage.

Arjun Mathur

Arjun Mathur, known for his role in ‘Made In Heaven,’ secured a nomination in the ‘Best Performance by an Actor’ category at the International Emmy Awards

Vir Das

Vir Das received an Emmy nomination for his Netflix comedy special, ‘Landing.’ His distinct brand of comedy and wit found global appeal, earning him recognition in the Comedy category of the International Emmy Awards.

Radhika Apte

Radhika Apte received a nomination for the ‘Best Actress in a Drama Series’ at the International Emmy Awards for her role in Netflix’s ‘Lust Stories.’ Her exceptional acting skills and versatile performances continue to garner international acclaim.

Archie Panjabi

Archie Panjabi received an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role as Kalinda Sharma in ‘The Good Wife’.

Aziz Ansari

Aziz Ansari, an American actor and comedian of Indian origin, received several Emmy nominations for his work on the Netflix series ‘Master of None’, including Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series.