Colombia’s most celebrated television awards, the Premios India Catalina, returned to Cartagena for their 2026 edition, spotlighting a historic night for Colombian drama and emerging talent.
The ceremony, held live from the coastal city, saw the telenovela La Vorágine make history by leading all nominees with 22 nominations across major categories, a record in the awards’ recent history.
Among the standout winners, Los Propios from Telemedellín took home the prize for Best Short or Vertical Short, marking a significant achievement for regional production in the digital-first category.
Actress Carmen Villalobos and actor Juan Pablo Raba were among the nominees in the most competitive acting fields, reflecting the continued strength of Colombia’s leading performers in both television and streaming platforms.
The full list of winners was announced throughout the evening, with updates shared in real time via live coverage from El Espectador, and ELTIEMPO.COM, detailing each category from telenovela direction to emerging digital content.
As Colombia’s premier television honors, the Premios India Catalina continue to serve as a key indicator of creative excellence in the nation’s evolving media landscape, bridging traditional broadcast with innovative storytelling formats.
