The stage is set for the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, promising another glittering night of Hollywood celebration with some notable changes and fierce competitions. The ceremony, scheduled for January 2026, will once again see comedian Nikki Glaser taking the helm as solo host, marking her second consecutive year in the prestigious role.
Top Contenders and New Categories
Paul Thomas Anderson's star-studded film "One Battle After Another," featuring Leonardo DiCaprio, Benicio del Toro, and Sean Penn, leads the pack with an impressive nine nominations across various categories. On the television front, the acclaimed series The White Lotus dominates with six nods.
This year introduces a brand-new category, Best Podcast, recognising the growing influence of the audio medium. Additionally, special honours will be bestowed upon veteran actresses Helen Mirren and Sarah Jessica Parker for their outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry.
Spotlight on Key Nominees and Indian Connection
All eyes are on Leonardo DiCaprio, who is in the running for his fourth Golden Globe trophy. Nominated for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for "One Battle After Another," a win would add to his previous victories for The Wolf of Wall Street (Musical/Comedy), The Aviator, and The Revenant (both Drama). DiCaprio's remarkable journey at the Globes includes 15 career nominations since his first in 1994.
While Indian cinema does not have a direct entry in the main nominations this year, there is significant South Asian representation. Pakistani-American comedian Kumail Nanjiani has earned a nomination for Best Stand-up Comedy on Television for his special Night Thoughts. This follows last year's recognition of Indian talent when Payal Kapadia's Malayalam film All We Imagine as Light, a co-production involving companies from France, India, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and Italy, was nominated for Best Non-English Language Film.
How and When to Watch in India
For fans in India, the live broadcast requires an early morning alarm. The 2026 Golden Globe Awards will be telecast live from the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, on Monday, 12 January, starting at 6:30 AM IST. The red carpet festivities, featuring celebrity fashion and interviews, are expected to begin around 5:00 AM IST.
Indian viewers can catch the exclusive live stream on Lionsgate Play, the official digital partner for the event in recent years. Additionally, global live-streaming options are likely to include official YouTube channels like Entertainment Tonight and CBS News, as well as platforms such as Hulu + Live TV, FuboTV, and YouTube TV.
The full list of nominations showcases a diverse range of international cinema and television, setting the scene for a highly competitive and globally watched ceremony.
