Priyanka Chopra joins Oscars 2026 presenters list: SRK, Alia Bhatt and others; meet Indian presenters at international awards

With Priyanka Chopra set to appear as a presenter at the 98th edition of the Academy Awards in 2026, the spotlight has once again turned to Indian celebrities who have represented the country on global award stages. Over the years, several actors and entertainers from India have stepped into presenter or host roles at prestigious international ceremonies, highlighting the growing global presence of Indian talent. Let's take a look at Indian celebs who graced the international awards as the pretigious presenters.

Priyanka Chopra has been announced as one of the presenters at the 98th Academy Awards, marking her return to the Oscars stage nearly a decade after she presented an award at the ceremony in 2016. The actor has previously appeared at other major global award events, including the Golden Globe Awards and the Primetime Emmy Awards, strengthening her international profile.

Alia Bhatt made her debut as a presenter at the British Academy Film Awards in February 2026. During the ceremony, she presented the award for Best Film Not in the English Language, marking a significant moment in her growing global presence after gaining international recognition with films like 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' and 'RRR'.

Shah Rukh Khan also stepped into the role of presenter at the Joy Awards in 2026. The Bollywood icon attended the ceremony held on January 17 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where his presence quickly drew significant attention. From his poised walk on the lavender carpet to his refined and understated fashion statement, the actor stood out as one of the evening’s most discussed personalities.

Deepika Padukone took the stage as a presenter at the 95th Academy Awards in 2023. During the ceremony, she introduced the high-energy track ‘Naatu Naatu’ from the film 'RRR', which later won the Oscar for Best Original Song. The moment drew huge appreciation from audiences in India and around the world. Padukone’s introduction of the song became one of the widely discussed highlights of the event.

Vir Das became the first Indian to host the International Emmy Awards, highlighting the growing global recognition of Indian stand-up comedy. Known for his sharp observational humour, he also turned heads with a monochrome Indo-western outfit by Delhi-based designer Shubhangi Bajpai. Earlier, he earned an Emmy nomination in 2021 for ‘Vir Das: For India’ and continues to perform for audiences across the world.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has long been recognised as one of the early Indian celebrities to gain visibility at international platforms. Over the years, she has represented India at several global events and film festivals, paving the way for the future generations of Indian actors to be invited to prestigious international stages.