Proud! Ekta Kapoor turns First Indian to bag International Emmy Awards (Latest News)

Ekta Kapoor turns First Indian to bag International Emmy Awards

Ektaa Kapoor, India’s czarina and co-founder of television production powerhouse Balaji Telefilms, will receive the 2023 International Emmy Directorate Award, it was announced yesterday (29th August 2023) by Bruce L. Paisner, President & CEO of the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

The International Academy’s Special Emmy will be presented to Kapoor at the 51st International Emmy Awards Gala, on Monday, November 20, 2023, in New York City.

Ektaa Kapoor has built Balaji into one of India’s foremost entertainment players with market leadership in the television content industry reaching mass audiences across India and South Asia with their long running series and OTT platform.

Ekta Kapoor said “Receiving this recognition fills me with a profound sense of humility and excitement. This award holds a special place in my heart, as it signifies a journey that goes beyond mere work—it's a pivotal aspect of my personal and professional life,”.

Ekta excited for the honor

She further added, “Representing my country on the global stage through this esteemed platform is an incredible honor. Television has been instrumental in helping me discover my identity, particularly as a woman working to make stories for women. This award allows me to represent them and our shared accomplishments on an international level.”