GlobalSpa
29-Apr-2026
An evening of glamour and global recognition, the GlobalSpa Awards 2025 brought together industry leaders, celebrities, and innovators to honour excellence and shape the future of wellness.
In a spectacular celebration of wellness, luxury and innovation, the 8th edition of the GlobalSpa Awards unfolded on April 22 at the stunning beachfront address of JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu. Bringing together the finest names from the worlds of wellness, hospitality, and entertainment, the evening stood as a testament to the dynamic evolution of the global wellness landscape.
Set against the shimmering Arabian Sea, the GlobalSpa Awards 2025 honoured pioneers and visionaries who continue to redefine the boundaries of wellbeing. The evening was hosted in the presence of esteemed partners, including Austria as the Sustainable Destination Partner; ELE|NA Spa as the Wellness Partner; My Organics as the Haircare Partner; Sothys as the Beauty Partner; JW Marriott Juhu as the Hospitality partner and MGC Global as the Audit Partner and Living Liquidz as the Celebration Partner — ensuring a credible celebration of excellence.
Hosted by the dynamic duo Neha Dhupia and Cyrus Sahukar, the ceremony struck a seamless balance between sophistication and spirited energy. Over 90 awards were presented, spotlighting pioneers of the wellness, travel, and hospitality industries. The evening sparkled with the presence of celebrated personalities, including Karan Johar, Soha Ali Khan, Malaika Arora, Ishaan Khatter, Huma Qureshi, Chitrangada Singh, and others.
Recognising Excellence & Innovation
The Editor’s Choice segment spotlighted trailblazers driving innovation in wellness. Among the standout winners were Tulah Clinical Wellness, Prakriti Shakti – CGH Earth Nature Cure Centre, Layan Life by Anantara, Dhun Wellness Club and more. Global destinations were equally celebrated, with Austria recognised as a Conscious Luxury Destination and Louisiana awarded Best Outdoor Destination.
A reflection of consumer voice and preference, the Readers’ Choice Awards celebrated beloved destinations and brands across the world. Destinations like Sharjah, AlUla, Austria, the Seychelles, Singapore, California, Fiji, and Goa emerged as readers' favourite destinations. Some standout wellness and hospitality winners include ELE|NA The Spa; Chiva-Som International Health Resort; Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve; and VIVAMAYR.
Beauty brands such as Forest Essentials, Nykaa Cosmetics, Beauty Garage and 3 Tenx also emerged as winners in various categories. Marking a significant addition this year, the awards introduced a special segment recognising digital voices and influencers shaping the wellness narrative. Winners included Yasmin Karachiwala, Shashank Sanghvi, Ankush Bahuguna and more.
One of the most anticipated segments of the evening, the Audit Awards—evaluated by MGC Global—celebrated excellence across regions and categories. Top honours included Hyatt Regency Dehradun Resort and Spa, Fairmont Mumbai, JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa, Six Senses Vana, Atmantan Wellness Centre, Amal Tamara, Taj Lake Palace and more!
Introducing The Wellness Circle
Extending the celebrations beyond the awards, GlobalSpa unveiled its first-ever Wellness Circle on April 23 at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar—an exclusive gathering centred on The Future of Wellness.
The inaugural edition featured stalwarts in wellness including, Dr. Doris Schuscha (Deputy Medical Director, VIVAMAYR, Austria), Shruti Seth (actor & mindful living advocate), Anshuka Parwani (celebrity yoga expert & wellness entrepreneur), Luke Coutinho (integrative lifestyle specialist), Sidharth Shetty (Entrepreneur, Evavo Wellness & wellness infrastructure innovator), and Heidi Grimwood (Global Wellness Leader and Senior Vice President, ELE|NA).
Conceived as a forward-thinking dialogue series, the Wellness Circle set the tone for deeper collaboration and thought leadership, shaping the future of wellbeing.
As the GlobalSpa Awards continue to evolve, its 8th edition reinforced its position as one of the most definitive platforms celebrating excellence in wellness—bringing together innovation, luxury, sustainability, and community under one roof.
