TIME Magazine Releases 100 Most Influential People of 2025 List

TIME Magazine has unveiled its list of the 100 most influential people of 2025, highlighting prominent figures from various fields including politics, entertainment, science, and business. Notably, the list features global leaders such as U.S. President Donald Trump, tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, and Mexican presidential candidate Claudia Shinnbaum. This year, no Indian personalities have been included in the list.

Cover Features

The magazine's cover showcases five international personalities, each recognized for their significant impact in shaping global politics and policy. These include actor and producer Demi Moore, artist and entrepreneur Snoop Dogg, former tennis champion turned businesswoman Serena Williams, global music icon Ed Sheeran, and DeepMind co-founder and CEO Demis Hassabis.

Entertainment and Pop Culture Dominance

The 2025 list also emphasizes the influence of entertainment and pop culture, featuring over a dozen renowned artists. Among them are Scarlett Johansson, Kristen Bell, Adrian Brody, Blake Lively, Rosé (of BLACKPINK), Nicole Scherzinger, John M. Chu, Danielle Deadwyler, Lorne Michaels, Kristen Wiig, Adam Scott, Miles Smith, and Hozier. Additionally, international cinema icons like Diego Luna, Daniel Dae Kim, Hiroyuki Sanada, and Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof have been honored for their contributions to global cinema.