FAQ About Indian TV Shows

Indian TV Shows
one year ago | gizem

Are there any Indian TV shows that have won international awards?

Yes, several Indian TV shows have achieved international recognition and won awards at prestigious international platforms. Here are a few examples:

  • "Sacred Games": This popular Indian web series, based on the novel by Vikram Chandra, received critical acclaim and won several international awards. It won the Best Drama Series award at the 2019 International Emmy Awards, becoming the first Indian show to win in this category.
  • "Delhi Crime": This crime drama series, based on the Delhi gang rape case, received widespread acclaim for its gripping storytelling and performances. It won the Best Drama Series award at the 2020 International Emmy Awards.
  • "Ladies Room": This Indian web series won the Best Short-Form Series award at the 2017 Cannes International Series Festival. It follows the humorous and candid conversations between two women in the restroom.
  • "Powder": This Indian crime thriller series won the Best Asian Drama award at the 2009 Seoul International Drama Awards. It revolves around the Mumbai drug trade and the police efforts to combat it.
  • "Little Things": This popular Indian web series won the Best Web Series award at the 2019 Asian Television Awards. It portrays the everyday lives and relationship dynamics of a young couple in Mumbai.
  • "Balika Vadhu": This long-running Indian TV series won the Best Serial award at the 2010 Indian Telly Awards. It addressed the issue of child marriage in rural India and gained immense popularity for its social message.