Alia Bhatt to Celebrate Global Changemakers at Earthshot Prize in Mumbai

Alia said she is looking forward to honouring people and organisations from around the world that are developing new approaches to protecting and restoring the planet.

“The Earthshot Prize is really about hope… but hope that comes with ideas, action and people who are finding new ways forward. That’s what makes it so inspiring to be a part of,” she said.

“There are people across the world doing incredible work to protect and repair our planet, often in ways we may never have imagined,” she added.

The actress said hosting the event in Mumbai made the occasion particularly meaningful and expressed pride in India's role in bringing together environmental innovators from different parts of the world.

“And to have Mumbai bring all these people together feels very special. I’m proud that India gets to be part of this moment, and I’m really looking forward to celebrating the people behind these solutions and the work they’re doing for all of us,” Alia said.

The *Raazi* actress will present one of the five Earthshot Prize awards at the ceremony, which is expected to bring together around 5,000 guests to recognise individuals and organisations working on solutions to some of the world's major environmental challenges.

Alia will be joined by Oscar-winning actor Rami Malek, former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and British actress and musician Simone Ashley, among other presenters and special guests. Filmmaker and television personality Karan Johar will host the ceremony.

The 2026 awards ceremony will also mark the first time the event is streamed globally on Prime Video. The broadcast will be available to audiences across more than 240 countries and territories in over 40 languages.

The Earthshot Prize was launched by Prince William in 2020. The initiative recognises and supports individuals and organisations developing innovative solutions to environmental problems and working towards protecting the planet.