Produced by: Tarun Mishra
Time magazine has released its annual list of the 100 most influential people of 2024, featuring individuals from various fields who have made significant contributions to society. Among those honoured on the list are several Indians and people of Indian origin who have left a mark through their work in different domains.
Actor Alia Bhatt, described as a "formidable talent" by British film director Tom Harper, has been recognized for her contributions to the Hindi film industry and her international debut with Netflix's "Heart of Stone".
British actor Dev Patel, of Indian descent, gained fame with his breakout role in "Slumdog Millionaire" and made his directorial debut with "Monkey Man" this year.
Wrestler Sakshi Malik, India's first female Olympic medallist in wrestling, has been acknowledged for her advocacy against sexual harassment in sports and her fight for women's voices in India.
Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, has been lauded for his role in advancing artificial intelligence through Microsoft's investments and partnerships. Nadella was born in Hyderabad, India.
Ajay Banga, the president of the World Bank, has been recognized for his leadership in transforming the institution.
Jigar Shah, director of the US Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office, has been highlighted for leading significant economic development programs. Shah, born in India, moved to the US at a young age.
Restaurateur Asma Khan, known for her London restaurant Darjeeling Express, and astrophysicist Priyamvada Natarajan, noted for her work in astronomy, also feature on the list for their respective contributions.