The Event will Honor Film and Television Artists from Central Asia and the Caucasus in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on October 23–24, 2026

Los Angeles, CA (October 14, 2026) — Today, the Golden Globes® announced the six honorees for the inaugural Golden Globes Silk Road Tribute Gala, taking place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on October 23 and 24, 2026. This year’s honorees include Gulchekhra Djamilova, Ali Khamraev, Tahmina Rafaella, Levan Koguashvili, Shugyla Yeshen and Samvel Tadevossian, representing Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan and Armenia. The honorees will be recognized across three distinctions: the Golden Globes Meridian Award, Golden Globes Trailblazer Award and Golden Globes Beacon Award.

The two-day event will celebrate the extraordinary achievements of film and television artists from the historic Silk Road region, honoring the rich cultural heritage and creative exchange that have connected Central Asia and the Caucasus for centuries.

“We are honored to recognize this extraordinary group of artists, whose work reflects the depth, creativity and distinct storytelling traditions of Central Asia and the Caucasus,” said Helen Hoehne, President of the Golden Globes. “Through their individual contributions to film, television and the arts, each of these honorees has helped bring the stories and creative voices of the region to audiences both at home and around the world. We look forward to celebrating their achievements in Tashkent.”

“The Golden Globes Silk Road Tribute Gala represents a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the region’s creative heritage on an international stage,” said Giorgi Rtskhiladze, Co-founder of Vivid Strategies. “We are proud to partner with the Golden Globes to bring this celebration to Tashkent and to create a platform for cultural exchange between East and West. It is a privilege to help connect these vibrant creative communities through a shared appreciation for film, television and the arts.”

The Golden Globes Meridian Award will honor two distinguished figures from Uzbekistan whose careers and contributions have made a lasting impact on film, television and the arts.

Gulchekhra Djamilova is an acclaimed Uzbek film, television and stage actress whose career spans more than six decades. Among her notable performances is the role of Kumush in Days Gone By, an adaptation of the celebrated Uzbek novel by Abdulla Qodiriy. In 1992, Djamilova was awarded the title of People’s Artist of Uzbekistan.

Ali Khamraev is an acclaimed Uzbek director, screenwriter and producer whose career spans more than six decades, with over 20 feature films and 30 documentaries. A defining figure in Central Asian cinema, his work has explored the dignity, freedom and lives of women in the East through groundbreaking films including White, White Storks, Without Fear, Triptych and Bo Ba Bu. A pioneer of the “Eastern” genre, he brought a distinctly Central Asian perspective to films such as The Seventh Bullet, Man Follows Birds and The Bodyguard. His celebrated filmography also includes I Remember You and The Garden of Desires. Internationally recognized for his contributions to cinema, Khamraev continues to write and direct, inspiring new generations of filmmakers.

The Golden Globes Trailblazer Award will recognize artists whose distinctive creative voices and bodies of work have contributed to the evolving film and television landscape of the region.

Tahmina Rafaella, a director, screenwriter, and actress from Azerbaijan, made her feature directorial debut with Banu, which was developed through Biennale College Cinema and presented at the 79th Venice International Film Festival. Her short film, A Woman, premiered at the Palm Springs International ShortFest and received the Best Narrative Short award at the BendFilm Festival.

Levan Koguashvili, a Georgian director, screenwriter and producer, has received international recognition for films including Brighton 4th, Street Days, Blind Dates and Gogita’s New Life. Brighton 4th received the award for Best International Narrative Feature at the Tribeca Festival. His latest film, Guria, premiered at the 2026 Venice International Film Festival and is Georgia’s official submission for the Academy Awards.

The Golden Globes Beacon Award will recognize emerging performers from the region whose work represents a new generation of talent in film and television.

Shugyla Yeshen is a rising Kazakh stage and screen actress. Her accolades include recognition at the ALTYN SAQA Festival of New Productions and Performances, where she received awards in the “Ümit” (Hope) category in 2025 and the “Portrayal in National Classics” category in 2026. She was also honored with the Kazakhstan Film Critics’ Choice Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in SHEKER. The Last Chance. Her film credits include Gashyqpyn Sagan, 7 Qaraqshy, 7 Ata, SHEKER. The Last Chance, Qaitadan, Dert, Almaty, I Love You, Days, Shulama and Sagyndym Seni.

Samvel Tadevossian is an Armenian film, television and stage actor known for his work across both screen and theater. His leading performance in the war drama Life and Fight earned him national recognition, including the State Prize of the Republic of Armenia and an Anahit Award from the National Film Academy of Armenia. He has also been recognized for his stage work, including his performance in the one-man play The Egoist.

Vivid Strategies will produce and present the event in partnership with the Golden Globes. Additional details regarding the event and programming will be announced in the coming weeks.