Indians at the Oscars have gradually yet steadily grown over the past few years, with filmmakers, artists and stories increasingly finding space within global cinema’s most prestigious stage. At the 97th Academy Awards in 2025, the Indian-backed short film Anuja earned a nomination in the Best Live Action Short Film category, bringing attention to a story set in New Delhi and produced by names including Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Mindy Kaling.. Celebrities and media personalities across the globe pull out all the stops to make an iconic statement with their red carpet looks at the Oscars. And while a host of virtual and phygital events in the past had celebrities relegated to the comfort-first aesthetic, the 95th Academy Awards affair delivered a healthy dose of theatrical display on the sartorial front.. Closer to home, a few Indian celebrities have attended the prestigious event over the years. While some artists had to wait all night to hear their name called, they walked into the Oscars, a winner. Right from Priyanka Bose’s opulent Vivienne Westwood gown that was ethically crafted with archival fabrics to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s striking Armani Prive number, we round up the fashion highlights from this year’s and past ceremonies. While the list of Indian stars on the carpet is rather small, conversations around the representation of diaspora and inclusivity are pivotal in pop culture right now. As we reminisce about some of the very best looks via stunning portraits of Indians at the Oscars ceremonies past, we hope to witness a delightfully diverse list of attendees this year and for many more to come.
