Academy Awards: News
'Dune 3': Zendaya to lead Best Actress Oscar campaign
Hollywood star Zendaya will reportedly campaign for an Oscar in the Best Actress category for her role as Chani in Dune: Part Three.
'You Can See Everything' eyes Oscars: Here's the eligibility breakdown
The documentary You Can See Everything, directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, is reportedly setting its sights on the Oscars.
India's Oscar entry 'Gondhal' to release on November 13
The Marathi folk-thriller Gondhal, recently announced as India's official entry for the 99th Academy Awards, will be released pan-India on November 13, per The Hollywood Reporter India.
Oscars: 'Artificial' star Andrew Garfield to contest for Supporting Actor
The upcoming film Artificial, directed by Luca Guadagnino, is set to compete for the prestigious Academy Awards.
Tom Cruise's 'Digger' flops, Warner looks at massive loss
Tom Cruise's latest film, Digger, has had a disappointing opening weekend at the global box office.
India's Oscar entry 'Gondhal' set for previews from October 9
India's official entry for the 99th Academy Awards, Gondhal, will have exclusive preview screenings from October 9.
Pakistan picks documentary 'Hanging by a Wire' for Oscars
Pakistan has selected the documentary thriller Hanging by a Wire as its entry for the International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards.
'Gondhal' director, Anurag Kashyap feuding amid Oscars selection?
Santosh Davakhar, the director of Gondhal, India's official entry for Best International Feature Film at the 99th Academy Awards, has responded to Anurag Kashyap's criticism of the selection.
Anurag Kashyap slams India's Oscar selection process: 'Too much politics'
Acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap spoke about India's chances at the Oscars, following the announcement that Santosh Davakhar's Gondhal will represent India in the Best Foreign Film category at the 2027 Academy Awards.
Oscars: Anne Hathaway to campaign for Supporting Actress for 'Odyssey'
Hollywood actor Anne Hathaway will campaign in the Supporting Actress category for her role as Penelope in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, according to Variety.
How TIFF winner 'Angh' was made with non-actors from Nagaland
Theja Rio, a filmmaker from Nagaland, recently made history by winning the Platform Prize at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2026 with his debut feature Angh.
How Naga film 'Angh' earned an Oscar spot
Naga filmmaker Theja Rio's feature directorial debut, Angh, has bagged the top prize at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in the Platform section.
Film body urges Maharashtra government to support 'Gondhal's Oscar campaign
The Indian Film & Television Directors' Association (IFTDA) has written to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, urging him to extend financial and institutional support for the Oscar campaign of Gondhal.
Why 'Dhurandhar' wasn't chosen as India's Oscars entry
The announcement of the Marathi film Gondhal as India's official entry for the 99th Academy Awards has sparked online discussion.
'Gondhal' director 'really proud' as film becomes India's Oscars entry
Santosh Davakhar, the director of the Marathi film Gondhal, has expressed his joy after it was chosen as India's official entry for the Oscars this year.
Marathi film 'Gondhal' is India's entry for Oscars 2027
The Film Federation of India (FFI) has announced that the Marathi thriller Gondhal will be India's official entry for the Best International Feature category at the 99th Academy Awards.
TIFF 2026: Ladakhi filmmaker wins gold at Student Oscars
Stanzin Jigmet, a young filmmaker from Ladakh, has bagged the Gold Award for his film The Dragon Letter at the 53rd Student Academy Awards.
Oscar-winning producer Jeremy Thomas dies at 77
Jeremy Thomas, the leading British producer who won an Oscar for The Last Emperor, has died at 77.
'Obsession's Inde Navarrette to campaign for Best Actress at Oscars
Breakout star Inde Navarrette will be campaigning for the Best Actress category at the upcoming Academy Awards for her role in Curry Barker's box office hit Obsession, reported Variety.
David Byrne returns to Oscars race with 'Musk' song
David Byrne, the frontman of Talking Heads, has penned an original song for Alex Gibney's upcoming documentary Musk on Elon Musk, reported Variety.
The Academy shares Ranbir-Deepika's iconic 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani' scene
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recently paid tribute to Bollywood by sharing a scene from the 2013 film Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani.
YouTube is reportedly trying to outbid Netflix for creators
YouTube is said to be offering lucrative deals to some of its top creators in a bid to keep their content exclusive on the platform.
Submissions for India's 2027 Oscars entry begin today
The Film Federation of India (FFI) will open submissions for selecting India's official entry for the Best International Feature category at the 2027 Academy Awards on Tuesday.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis predicts Oscar for 'Ramayana'
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has expressed his support for the upcoming film Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari.
Who was Brenda Fricker? About the late Oscar winner
Brenda Fricker, the Oscar-winning Irish actor who starred in My Left Foot and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, will be laid to rest in Dublin on Thursday.
Oscar-winning Irish actor Brenda Fricker dies at 81
Brenda Fricker, the Irish actor who won an Academy Award for her performance in My Left Foot, has died at the age of 81.
Costume designer Eka Lakhani calls joining the Academy an 'honor'
Eka Lakhani, a celebrated Indian costume designer and celebrity stylist, has been invited to join the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), which is responsible for the Oscars.
Vishal Bhardwaj gets invited to join The Academy
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has invited 529 film professionals to join its 2026 membership class.
Glenn Close, Ridley Scott to receive honorary Oscars this year
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the recipients of this year's honorary awards at the annual Governors Awards.
'Voice of Hind Rajab' receives unexpected green light from CBFC
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared the Tunisian-French film The Voice of Hind Rajab without any cuts, Jai Viratra Entertainment Limited (JVEL), the movie's Indian distributor, told Hindustan Times.
Academy introduces global 'Marquee Theater List' to honor theatrical experience
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has launched a new global award to honor the traditional theatrical experience.
Conan O'Brien to host Oscars for 3rd consecutive year
Conan O'Brien has been announced as the host of the 99th Academy Awards, marking his third consecutive year in this role, confirmed Variety.
Academy introduces major changes for international films, acting categories
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced significant changes to the rules for the 99th Oscars, scheduled for 2027.
'Mr Nobody Against Putin' filmmaker loses Oscar at airport
Pavel Talankin, co-director and protagonist of the Oscar-winning documentary Mr Nobody Against Putin, has reportedly lost his Academy Award.
'Parasite' HBO series is coming along 'quite well': Bong Joon-ho
Bong Joon-ho, the acclaimed director of the Oscar-winning South Korean film Parasite (2019), has confirmed that work on its HBO TV series adaptation is progressing smoothly.
Neon acquires Cannes title 'Hope' after lengthy negotiations
Neon has acquired the rights to the South Korean thriller Hope, directed by Na Hong-jin, ahead of its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, Variety has confirmed.
Academy announces dates for Oscars 2027, 2028
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the dates for the next two Academy Awards ceremonies.
Why did Russia ban Oscar-winning documentary 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin'?
A Russian court has banned the Oscar-winning documentary Mr. Nobody Against Putin from several streaming platforms, claiming it promotes "negative attitudes" toward the government and the war in Ukraine.
Oscars to move from Hollywood to downtown LA in 2029
The prestigious Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars, will be moving from Hollywood's Dolby Theatre to downtown Los Angeles in 2029.
Ryan Gosling to lead 'Everything Everywhere All...' directors' next
Actor Ryan Gosling is reportedly in talks to star in an untitled film from Universal Pictures, directed by the Oscar-winning duo Daniels (Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert), reported Deadline.
Justin Bieber-Usher get into 'heated' argument at Oscars after-party: Report
Pop sensations Justin Bieber and Usher were involved in a "heated exchange" at an Oscars after-party hosted by Beyoncé and Jay-Z, reported TMZ.
Oscars: 'Vanity Fair' party's lighting leaves guests unhappy
The Vanity Fair Oscar party, held on Sunday (Monday IST) at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, has reportedly left some A-list attendees unhappy due to its "crazy-bright" lighting.
Oscars: Michael B. Jordan celebrates with burger at In-N-Out
Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan (39) celebrated his Best Actor win at the 2026 Academy Awards by visiting In-N-Out Burger on Sunday night (Monday IST).
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce attended Madonna's Oscars after-party
Pop sensation Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce attended the Oscars after-parties in Los Angeles on Sunday night (Monday IST), Page Six reported.
Oscars 2026: 'KPop Demon Hunters' cast interrupted during winning speech
The Netflix animated musical fantasy film, KPop Demon Hunters, bagged two awards at the 2026 Oscars on Monday (IST).
Oscars 2026: Shatrughan reacts to Dharmendra's absence from 'In Memoriam'
The 2026 Oscars ceremony, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, was marked by tributes to Hollywood icons like Robert Redford and Rob Reiner.
From Sabyasachi to Rahul Mishra: Indian couture stuns at Oscars
The 2026 Oscars red carpet was a star-studded affair, with celebrities like Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Anne Hathaway, and Robert Downey Jr. donning couture from luxury brands such as Dior and Chanel.
Oscars: Conan O'Brien trolls AI, Timothée Chalamet in opening monologue
Conan O'Brien, the host of the 98th Academy Awards, delivered a playful yet poignant opening monologue on Sunday night (Monday IST).
'Two People Exchanging...': Director on Oscar-winning film, Indian roots
The 2026 Oscars saw the Franco-Indian film Two People Exchanging Saliva, directed by Alexandre Singh and Natalie Musteata, winning the Best Live Action Short Film award.
'3 Idiots' casting director reacts to first-ever Best Casting Oscar
The 98th Academy Awards, held on Monday (IST), saw the introduction of a new category: Best Casting. This award recognizes the crucial role of casting directors in filmmaking.
'Sinners,' 'One Battle After Another': Where to stream Oscar-winning films
The 98th Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre on March 15 (local time), saw One Battle After Another win Best Picture and five other awards.
98th Academy Awards: Biggest snubs and surprises
The 98th Academy Awards, held on Sunday, saw several unexpected wins and losses.
Oscars 2026: Priyanka Chopra presents Best International Feature award
Priyanka Chopra Jonas, one of the presenters at the 98th Academy Awards on Monday (IST), smiled and nodded in support as actor Javier Bardem delivered a message of "No to War" and "Free Palestine."
Oscars 2026: 'One Battle After Another' snatches Best Film Editing
The 98th Academy Awards saw One Battle After Another rule the biggest night in Hollywood.
Oscars 2026: 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' wins Best Visual Effects
The 2026 Academy Awards celebrated the best in Hollywood cinema, with Avatar: Fire and Ash winning the award for Best Visual Effects.
'One Battle After Another' wins Best Director, Best Picture Oscars
Hollywood director Paul Thomas Anderson has bagged his first-ever Academy Award for Best Director with One Battle After Another.
Oscars 2026: 'F1' takes home award for Best Sound
The 98th Academy Awards, held on Monday (IST), saw F1, starring Brad Pitt, win the top honors for Best Sound.
Oscars: Michael B. Jordan, Jessie Buckley win Best Actor awards
The 98th Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre, saw Michael B. Jordan and Jessie Buckley clinch the Best Actor and Best Actress awards, respectively.
Oscars 2026: Full list of winners
The 98th Academy Awards, held on Sunday night in Los Angeles, saw One Battle After Another clinching the coveted Best Picture award.
Oscars 2026: Norway's 'Sentimental Value' wins Best International Feature
Norway's Sentimental Value has made history by winning the Best International Feature Film award at the 98th Academy Awards. This victory marks a significant milestone as it is the first time a Norwegian film has won this honor.
Oscars 2026: 'Mr. Nobody...', 'All...Empty Rooms' win in documentary categories
The Oscar for Best Documentary Feature at the 98th Academy Awards went to Mr. Nobody Against Putin.
Isha Ambani makes Oscar debut in vintage Valentino gown
Isha Ambani, the daughter of billionaire industrialist Mukesh Ambani, made a stunning debut on the red carpet of the 2026 Academy Awards.
Oscars: DoP Autumn Durald Arkapaw makes history with 'Sinners' victory
Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history at the 2026 Oscars by becoming the first woman to win Best Cinematography for Sinners. The achievement also makes her the first woman of color to win in this category.
'Golden' makes history, wins Oscar for Best Original Song
The South Korean sensation Golden from K-Pop Demon Hunters has made history by winning the Academy Award for Best Original Song. This victory makes it the first K-pop song to achieve this feat.
Oscars 2026: Indian-American filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir loses in documentary categories
Indian-American filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir, who made history by becoming the first woman to be nominated in both the Best Documentary Feature and Best Documentary Short categories at the 2026 Oscars, has lost in both categories.
Oscars 2026: Billy Crystal honors late director Rob Reiner
Billy Crystal, the star of When Harry Met Sally, paid an emotional tribute to late director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, at the 2026 Academy Awards.
Dharmendra left out of Oscars 'In Memoriam' segment
The 98th Academy Awards, held in Los Angeles on Sunday (Monday morning IST), paid tribute to late film business legends but notably missed out on Indian cinema's iconic actor Dharmendra.