Dr. Anurag Batra Brings the Emmys to Delhi (Again): What This Means for Indian Media's Global Rise

When the International Emmy Awards' semi-final judging panel lands in your backyard, you know your country’s media industry isn’t playing second fiddle anymore. In 2025, Dr. Anurag Batra, Chairman of BW Businessworld and the force behind exchange4media, once again hosted the semi-final jury round in New Delhi, marking a second consecutive year of this global honor.

India’s Emmy Moment: For years, India has been exporting talent and content, but moments like this prove we’re also exporting credibility. The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences placing its trust in Dr. Batra speaks volumes. Not only is he a media stalwart, but his growing influence positions him as a key connector between Indian storytelling and international recognition.

The Jury Was No Joke: The 2025 panel featured a heavy-hitting lineup:

• Varun Mathur (Connekkt Media),

• Ayaz Memon (legendary sports voice),

• Savita Raj Hiremath (Tandavfilms),

• and Derek Nyugen, the Emmy Judging Director himself.
  

It’s more than names—it’s a signal that India is being trusted with cultural gatekeeping on a global level.

Delhi & Mumbai: Dual Media Engines. Interestingly, while Delhi handled the semi-final round for general categories, the Children’s Programming semi-final was hosted in Mumbai. This twin-city setup shows the nuanced, genre-specific trust India now commands.

Why This Matters (Especially to You): Events like these aren’t about red carpets or trophy photos. They’re about institutional credibility. India isn't just attending the global media table; we’re helping set the menu. For young Indian creators, this is motivation: if the jury room is in Delhi, your script could be next in New York.

Conclusion: Dr. Batra’s presence isn’t ceremonial—it’s symbolic. He represents India’s transformation from consumer to curator of global media. And for 2025, that spotlight shines bright on Indian soil. Expect more jury rounds, more global nods, and yes—more Emmys with an Indian address.