Indian filmmakers Hansal Mehta, Kiran Rao, and actor Anil Kapoor extended their congratulations to director Payal Kapadia after her feature debut, ‘All We Imagine As Light’, earned two nominations at the Golden Globe Awards 2025, PTI reported.

The Malayalam-Hindi film is nominated for:
Best Motion Picture – Non-English Language
Best Direction – Motion Picture

Payal Kapadia’s All We Imagine As Light has already carved a niche for itself by becoming the first Indian film to win the Grand Prix Award at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2024. These Golden Globe nominations mark another historic moment, further solidifying India’s presence on the global cinema stage.

The nominations have been met with widespread acclaim, with Hansal Mehta describing it as a “proud moment for Indian cinema.” Kiran Rao emphasized the film’s artistic brilliance, calling it “a poignant narrative that resonates universally.”

All We Imagine As Light explores themes of identity, longing, and resilience through a visually rich and emotionally intense storytelling lens, garnering critical acclaim for its unique narrative and Kapadia’s directorial vision.

With these Golden Globe nods, All We Imagine As Light joins the growing list of Indian films gaining recognition on international platforms, showcasing the depth and diversity of Indian storytelling.