A Night of Glitz and Glory | The much-awaited Academy Awards, are set to return with their 97th edition on Sunday, March 2, 2025. The grand event will take place at the historic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles. The ceremony will honour the best in filmmaking from the past year. (Image: Reuters)
When and Where to Watch the Oscars 2025 |The grand event will be broadcast live on ABC from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 pm ET (4:00 pm PT). For the first time, the ceremony will also be streamed live on Hulu, making it accessible to more viewers. (Image: Shutterstock)
Oscars Broadcast and Streaming Details for Indian Viewers | For cinephiles in India, the 97th Academy Awards will be broadcast live in the early hours of Monday, March 3, 2025. The telecast will begin at 5:30 am IST on Star Movies and Star Movies Select. The show will also stream live on Jio Hotstar.
Oscars 2025 Host | Bringing his sharp wit and trademark humor, comedian and talk show host Conan O’Brien has been officially announced as the host of the 97th Academy Awards. This marks O’Brien’s first time hosting the prestigious event. With his years of experience in comedy and entertainment, O’Brien is expected to bring fresh energy and laughter to the Oscars stage. (Image: Reuters)
India at the Oscars | Anuja, a short film produced by Guneet Monga and Priyanka Chopra, is in the running for Best Live Action Short Film. It competes against Alien, I’m Not a Robot, The Last Ranger, and A Man Who Would Not Remain Silent. Monga, who previously won an Oscar in 2023 for The Elephant Whisperers, could make history by becoming the only other Indian, alongside A.R. Rahman, to win two Academy Awards.
The Big Contenders of Oscars 2025 | The competition is fierce this year, with a dynamic mix of blockbuster hits, critically acclaimed dramas, and international cinema vying for top honors. Leading the pack is Emilia Pérez, which has secured an impressive 13 nominations, making it a frontrunner in multiple categories. Hot on its heels are The Brutalist and Wicked, each with 10 nominations. Denis Villeneuve’s epic sci-fi sequel Dune: Part Two has also emerged as a major contender, earning multiple nods across technical and creative categories. (Image: Reuters)
Missed the Live Show? Catch the Repeat | The Oscars repeat telecast will be aired on Star Movies and Star Movies Select at 8:30 pm on Monday, March 3, for those who couldn’t watch it live. (Image: Shutterstock)
