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NEWSMAKERS OF THE WEEK

Selected stories about Indian diaspora from our website www.theindianeye.com

VINAY KWATRA DILJIT DOSANJH

Indian ambassador explores co- Singer Loses Best Actor Award at

operation with US in tech and AI International Emmys 2025

ashington, DC: India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mo-
han Kwatra met Congressman Jay Obernolte and held discussions
Wwith him to enhance the cooperation between India and the US in os Angeles, CA: Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh missed out on the Best Ac-
tor award at the 53rd International Emmy Awards 2025, where he was
areas such as science, technology, artificial intelligence and innovation. Lnominated for his performance in Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’.
In a post on X, he said, “Enjoyed my conversation with Rep. @JayO-
The top honour at the 2025 Emmys went to Spanish actor Oriol Pla for
bernolte , Chair of the House Science, Space, and Technology Research and ‘Yo, adicto [I, Addict’]. Additionally, ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’ also fell short in
Technology Subcommittee. Highlighted opportunities for stronger coopera- the Best TV Movie/Mini-Series.
tion in science, tech, AI & innovation.” Diljit, who won his first-ever International Emmy nomination this year,
He also held a conversation with Francis Pedraza, the founder of Invisible
Technologies on evolving innovation and technology. He shared that Pedra- was seen gracing the red carpet alongside filmmaker Imtiaz Ali and others.
The singer-actor made a striking style statement in a shimmery suit jacket
za’s Eternity Civilization Foundation is working on an ambitious project to paired with a crisp white shirt, a black bow, black trousers, and his signature
translate the works of the ancient Nalanda library using AI tools. black turban.
Ambassador Kwatra wrote on X, “Had a fascinating and instructive con-
versation with @francispedraza, founder of Invisible Technologies, on the
evolving world of technology, innovation, and their contribution to the larger Diljit Dosanjh’s nomination at the 2025 Emmys was seen as a
cause of serving our society. Mr Pedraza’s Eternity Civilization Foundation is major milestone for the country on a global stage, especially for
working on an ambitious initiative to translate the crucial works of the ancient
Indian Great Library of Nalanda using AI-assisted methods” a film that presented the legacy of Punjab’s iconic singer Amar
Earlier, he held an excellent roundtable discussion with the experts at the Singh Chamkila to the world.
Heritage Foundation, a “strong supporter of the India-US ties”, and shared his
thoughts on developments under “key pillars” of India-US strategic partnership. Besides Oriol Pla, Diljit was also competing against the likes of David
In a post on X, Kwatra said, “Had an excellent roundtable discussion with
the experts at the @Heritage Foundation, a strong supporter of the India-U.S. Mitchell for Ludwig and Diego Vasquez for One Hundred Years of Solitude.
Directed by Imtiaz Ali, the film tells the story of Punjab’s iconic folk sing-
ties. I shared my thoughts on developments under key pillars of our strategic er Amar Singh Chamkila, often called the “Elvis of Punjab.” Chamkila rose
partnership, including shared economic priorities, a fair, balanced and mutually to fame in the 1980s for his bold songs and energetic performances, but his
beneficial trade arrangement and oil and gas trade”. life was tragically cut short in 1988 when he and his wife, Amarjot Kaur, were
He previously met US Congressman Riley Moore and held discussions on ad-
vancing the India-US cooperation across key areas such as security, energy and trade. killed at the age of 27.
Released on Netflix in April 2024, Amar Singh Chamkila also stars
In a post on X, he said, “Pleased to meet with @RepRileyMoore. Our
productive discussion covered major opportunities for advancing India-US Parineeti Chopra and was written by Imtiaz Ali and Sajid Ali. The film’s
live-recorded folk music and emotionally driven storytelling have been widely
cooperation across several key sectors- security, energy, and trade.” appreciated.
Earlier on Tuesday, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goy-
In 2020, Netflix’s ‘Delhi Crime’ made history by winning the Best Drama
al said there is “no pause or hiatus” in the relationship with the United States, Series award, while comedian Vir Das took home an Emmy in 2021 for his
which is very strategic for both countries and that there will be “good news” on Netflix comedy special ‘Vir Das: For India.’
the Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) as and when “right balance” is reached. Continued on next page... >>

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