Dolly Singh becomes first Indian to win Instagram's 'Golden Ring'

It's a huge moment for Indian digital creators, as she stands out as the sole representative from India in this elite global list.

Dolly's Reaction

In her Instagram post, Dolly shared: "Being recognized with the Rings Award is so surreal that the feeling has still not sunk in. It’s definitely one of my career’s biggest moments yet, and a shiver goes down my spine; I get goosebumps every time I think about it. The jury panel for the award is impeccable and just the fact that these brilliant, genius minds have seen my content is unbelievable! I hope that I continue to make my audiences proud with the content I continue to make."

She also reflected on Instagram as her "playground," where she started with fashion, pivoted to comedy, and now dives into bigger narratives. Other global winners include creators like Zarna Garg, Aki and Koichi, and Olivia Dean, but Dolly's the trailblazer for India.

What is the Golden Ring?

The Instagram Golden Ring, officially part of the 2025 Rings Award, is a prestigious accolade launched by Instagram in October 2025 to honour creators who redefine culture through bold, innovative content. It’s not just an award but a symbol of creative excellence, recognising 25 global creators who "don’t just participate in culture—but shift it." Indian creator Dolly Singh made history as the only Indian winner this year, announced on October 16, 2025.