The 97th Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, will take place on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the renowned Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. As one of Hollywood's most anticipated nights, the event is set to celebrate cinematic achievements from across the globe. Film enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await the awards show to see who will take home the coveted gold statuettes.
For US viewers, the ceremony will be broadcast live on ABC at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT, while audiences in India can tune in early on Monday, March 3, 2025, from 5:30 AM IST. The event will be available on Star Movies and Star Movies Select in India, and can also be streamed live on Jio Hotstar.
This year, the Oscars will be hosted by the Emmy Award-winning comedian and television personality Conan O'Brien, who will be hosting the ceremony for the first time.
This year’s nominations have highlighted a diverse range of talent, with Jacques Audiard’s Emilia Pérez leading the pack with 13 nominations. The film features Karla Sofía Gascón, the first openly trans woman to be nominated for an acting award. Other films like The Brutalist and Wicked are also competing with 10 nominations each.
One of the most significant nominations this year is for Anuja, a short film produced by Guneet Monga and Priyanka Chopra, which has secured a historic spot in the Best Live Action Short Film category.
If Guneet Monga wins another Oscar, she will join the ranks of AR Rahman as the second Indian to win two Oscars. Rahman achieved this feat in 2009, winning both Best Original Song and Best Original Score.
Timothée Chalamet and Adrien Brody are strong contenders for Best Actor, while Cynthia Erivo, Karla Sofía Gascón, Demi Moore, Fernanda Torres, and Mikey Madison are up for Best Actress.
The evening will also feature a star-studded lineup of presenters, including Oprah Winfrey, Emma Stone, Scarlett Johansson, Robert Downey Jr., and Zoe Saldaña, among others, adding even more glamour to the ceremony.
In addition to the prestigious awards, the Oscars 2025 will feature special performances, making the night even more memorable. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo will perform songs from their musical Wicked, while other artists such as Lisa from BLACKPINK, Raye, Doja Cat, and Queen Latifah will also deliver stunning performances.
The Oscars 2025 promises to be a spectacular night filled with excitement, history-making moments, and extraordinary performances, as the film industry celebrates its finest achievements.
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