Asia Society will honor Kiran Nadar, a prominent art collector and philanthropist, at the 12th Annual Asia Game Changers Awards Gala in New York City on October 15, 2025.
Kiran Nadar, a visionary art collector and philanthropist, will be celebrated at the 12th Annual Asia Game Changers Awards Gala, hosted by Asia Society on October 15, 2025. The event will take place at Cipriani 25 Broadway in New York City.
As the founder of the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA) in New Delhi, Nadar has played a pivotal role in promoting Indian modern and contemporary art on a global scale. Her museum, recognized as India’s first private institution of its kind, provides free public access to a variety of world-class exhibitions, educational programs, and scholarly initiatives, inspiring millions of visitors each year.
Vishakha Desai, President Emerita of Asia Society, praised Nadar’s contributions, stating, “As a philanthropist and visionary in the arts, Kiran Nadar has transformed India’s cultural landscape. With the opening of the new Kiran Nadar Museum of Art—the largest private museum in India, spanning traditional and contemporary art—her legacy will redefine Indian cultural heritage globally. She embodies the essence of the Asia Game Changers Award.”
Nadar’s influence extends beyond the arts; she has made significant contributions to education, health, and community development. Her work exemplifies how cultural leadership can promote social progress and inspire change.
The Asia Game Changers Awards, established in 2014, honor exceptional leaders from Asia and the Asian diaspora who are effecting transformative change across various fields. This annual gala has become a prominent event in New York, attracting global leaders, artists, and innovators.
This year’s gala will also recognize other distinguished individuals, including Tony Award-winning creators Will Aronson and Hue Park, internationally acclaimed pianist Yuja Wang, former U.S. Ambassador Jon M. Huntsman Jr., and philanthropists Elaine Chao and Dr. James S.C. Chao. The evening will feature a performance by Persian musician and composer Mehrnam Rastegari, celebrated for his unique blend of traditional Persian music with modern fusion and rock influences.
As the event approaches, anticipation builds for a night that promises to celebrate the transformative power of art and leadership, exemplified by Kiran Nadar and her fellow honorees.
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