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'Cutting Through Rocks,' 'It Was...': War-torn Iran seeks Oscar glory
As Iran continues to be embroiled in a catastrophic conflict with Israel and the USA, the country has pinned its hopes on the magical, transformative power of art.
Oscars 2026: FBI warns of possible drone attack; security heightened
The 98th Academy Awards, set to take place at Hollywood's Dolby Theatre on March 16 (IST), are facing a potential security threat, reported ABC News.
When, where to watch Oscars 2026 live in India
The 98th Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars, will be held on Sunday (March 15).
Nicole Kidman, Pedro Pascal join presenters list for 2026 Oscars
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed more presenters for the upcoming 98th Academy Awards.
Oscars 2026: Priyanka Chopra joins RDJ, Gwyneth Paltrow as presenter
Global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been confirmed as a presenter at the 98th Academy Awards, scheduled for March 15 (March 16 in India).
After BAFTAs, Ryan Coogler makes history at Actor Awards
Ryan Coogler has made history by becoming the first director to win two cast ensemble awards at the Actor Awards (formerly known as SAG Awards).
'Bugonia' out on OTT: Where to watch Emma Stone's black-comedy
The critically acclaimed black comedy thriller Bugonia, starring Hollywood actor Emma Stone, is now streaming on JioHotstar.
Leonardo DiCaprio's 'One Battle After Another' is finally streaming online
Paul Thomas Anderson's latest film, One Battle After Another, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, has finally arrived in India.
Annie Awards 2026: Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters' wins big
Netflix's animated sensation KPop Demon Hunters has taken home ten awards at the 2026 Annie Awards.
Oscar-winning 'No Other Land' director attacked by Israeli settlers again
Hamdan Ballal, the Academy Award-winning co-director of No Other Land, has been assaulted by a group of Israeli settlers at his home in the West Bank.
Brad Pitt's 'F1' sequel in the works, producer confirms
A sequel to the hit Formula 1 movie, F1, starring Brad Pitt, is in development, producer Jerry Bruckheimer recently confirmed to the BBC.
Big Oscars change: No more screenings for members
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced it will no longer host post-nomination screenings for Oscar-nominated films.
'Secret Agent': Oscar-nominated thriller hits Indian cinemas on February 27
The critically acclaimed international film, The Secret Agent, is set to hit Indian theaters on February 27.
DGA Awards 2026: Paul Thomas Anderson wins top honor
Director Paul Thomas Anderson bagged the top honor at the 78th Directors Guild of America (DGA) Awards on Saturday (local time).
Sylvester Stallone biopic 'I Play Rocky' gets November release
Amazon MGM's upcoming film, I Play Rocky, will be released on November 20, following a limited premiere on November 13.
Natalie Portman criticizes Oscars for snubbing women-directed films
Hollywood actor Natalie Portman has criticized the Academy Awards for overlooking films directed by women in this year's nominations.
'Piece of my heart': Ishaan reacts to 'Homebound' Oscars exit
Actor Ishaan Khatter has penned an emotional note on social media after his film Homebound missed out on a nomination for the 98th Academy Awards.
'Homebound' writer Sumit Roy reacts to Oscar nomination snub
The film Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and produced by Karan Johar, has failed to secure a nomination for the 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category.
Oscars 2026: Was 'F1's Best Picture nod the biggest surprise?
The 98th Academy Awards nominations were announced on Thursday evening, bringing with them a mix of expected and unexpected nods.
From 'Sinners' to 'Frankenstein,' where to watch 2026 Oscar-nominated films
The 2026 Academy Awards nominations were announced on Thursday, with Michael B. Jordan's Sinners leading the pack with 16 nods.
Emma Stone breaks Meryl Streep's Oscar record, but there's twist
Hollywood actor Emma Stone has become the youngest woman in history to bag seven Academy Award nominations, beating Meryl Streep's long-standing record.
2026 Oscars nominations list: 'Sinners' leads with record-breaking 16 nods
The 2026 Academy Awards are just around the corner, and before that, actors Lewis Pullman and Danielle Brooks announced the final nominations on Thursday.
'Homebound' out of Oscar race; these 5 films make cut
In a disappointing turn of events, India's entry, Homebound has been left out of the Best International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards.
When, where to watch Oscars 2026 nominations live in India
The much-anticipated nominations for the 98th Academy Awards will be announced on Thursday, January 22.
Why AR Rahman thinks Oscars win can be a burden
Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman recently opened up about the unexpected pressure that came with his Academy Award wins.
Oscars 2026: 'Kantara,' 'Tanvi the Great' qualify for Best Picture
As the 98th Academy Awards draw near, Indian cinema has made a significant impact by securing spots on the eligibility list for Best Picture.
Academy Awards 2026: 'Homebound' carries India into final 15
The critically acclaimed film Homebound, featuring Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa, has made it to the top 15 shortlist for the International Feature Film category at the Oscars. This is a significant step toward a potential nomination at the 2026 Academy Awards.
'Dashavatar' becomes 1st Marathi film to enter Oscars contention list
Subodh Khanolkar's Marathi film Dashavatar has made history by becoming the first-ever Marathi movie to enter the Oscars contention list.
'Homebound' success brought me 'good offers,' says Vishal Jethwa
Vishal Jethwa, who recently starred in Homebound, has opened up about the film's impact on his career.
Dharma, Netflix's 'Homebound' plagiarized 2021 novel? Lawsuit explained
Puja Changoiwala, a journalist and author, has initiated legal action against Dharma Productions and Netflix India. According to a new report, their film Homebound plagiarizes her 2021 novel of the same name.
'Homebound' doesn't trivialize male friendships, says Ishaan Khatter
Ishaan Khatter, the lead actor in Homebound, recently spoke about the film's portrayal of male friendships.
Oscars 2026: 'Homebound' team plans aggressive campaign before final voting
Neeraj Ghaywan's film Homebound has made it to the shortlist for Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards.
Oscars go digital: YouTube to host Academy Awards from 2029
In a historic move, the Oscars will transition from broadcast television to streaming in 2029.
Oscars 2026 shortlist: 'Sinners,' 'Frankenstein,' 'Wicked' lead the race
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed the shortlists for the 12 categories in the upcoming 98th Academy Awards.
'Golden' from Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters' makes Oscars shortlist
Netflix's animated sensation, KPop Demon Hunters, features the song Golden, which has made it to the Oscars shortlist for Best Original Song.
Oscars 2026: Ishaan-Vishal's 'Homebound' makes it to the shortlist
Neeraj Ghaywan's critically acclaimed film Homebound, featuring Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Vishal Jethwa, has been shortlisted for the Best International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards.
Oscar-winning screenwriter Sir Tom Stoppard dies at 88
Sir Tom Stoppard, the celebrated British playwright and Hollywood screenwriter known for his wit and creativity, has passed away at the age of 88.
Oscars 2026: 'Avatar 3,' 'Frankenstein,' 'Sinners' among VFX finalists
The race for the Best Visual Effects category at the 98th Academy Awards has narrowed down to 20 contenders, reported Variety.
Oscars 2026: 'KPop Demon Hunters' eyes Best Animation nomination
Netflix's animated blockbuster, KPop Demon Hunters, has secured eligibility for the 98th Academy Awards.
Oscars 2026 to introduce new category during next year's ceremony
The 98th Academy Awards, set for March 2026, will introduce a new award category for casting, reported The Associated Press. This addition brings the total number of awards to 24.
'Silent boycott': 'Phule' director slams IFFI for snubbing film
Filmmaker Ananth Mahadevan has expressed his disappointment over the exclusion of his biopic Phule from the schedule of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
'Humans in the Loop': Film on AI becomes Oscar-eligible
Aranya Sahay's film, Humans in the Loop, has been awarded the Film Independent Sloan Distribution Grant.
Tom Cruise finally receives Oscar, but not for a film
Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise was honored with an Academy Honorary Award for his contribution to cinema at the Governors Awards on November 16.
Why 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' is ineligible for BAFTAs
Netflix's animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters has been ruled ineligible for the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) awards, reported Variety.
Mammootty's 'Bramayugam' to be screened at the Academy Museum
The critically acclaimed Malayalam film Bramayugam, starring Mammootty, is set to be screened at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles on February 12, 2026.
Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' submits 2 original songs for Oscars
Ryan Coogler's latest film, Sinners, charmed moviegoers with its groovy, age-defying blues soundtrack.
Saudi Arabia selects women-centric drama 'Hijra' as its Oscar contender
Saudi Arabia has officially selected Hijra, a film by Shahad Ameen, as its entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the upcoming 98th Academy Awards.
Robin Williams: The comedy legend who made us laugh
Robin Williams was a master of comedy; his performances were not only funny but also memorable.
Can 'Homebound' win an Oscar? Jury head responds
The Film Federation of India (FFI) has officially selected Homebound as India's entry for the 98th Academy Awards.
'Homebound': Ishaan reveals where he was when Oscars news dropped
Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound, starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, has been selected as India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards.
'Homebound's Oscars entry: Vishal Jethwa says 'media manifested this'
Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound has been officially chosen as India's entry for the 2026 Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category.
'Pushpa-2,' 'Bengal Files': 'Homebound' defeated these films in Oscars race
Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound has been chosen as India's official entry for the 2026 Oscars in the Best International Feature Film category.
Janhvi, Ishaan, Vishal gush about 'Homebound's Oscars entry
Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound has been officially selected as India's entry for the 2026 Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category.
Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound' is India's official entry for Oscars 2026
Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound has been selected as India's official entry for the 2026 Academy Awards in the Best International Feature category, announced the Film Federation of India on Friday.
How Lee Isaac Chung turned his roots into cinematic gold
Lee Isaac Chung's journey from a small town to Hollywood is an inspiring tale of determination and creativity.
The philosophy and power of Neo in 'The Matrix'
Neo, the legendary character from The Matrix franchise, has changed the face of US cinema.
5 musicals that showcase Vincente Minnelli's genius
Known as one of the finest directors, Vincente Minnelli is hailed for bringing the world of musicals alive.
With 'Smashing Machine,' Dwayne Johnson might score an Oscar nod
Dwayne Johnson's emotional breakdown during a 15-minute standing ovation at the Venice International Film Festival has sparked speculation about his potential Oscar nomination for The Smashing Machine.
Inside Greta Gerwig's path to cultural icon status
Greta Gerwig has become a cultural icon in America as an actor, writer, and director. Her unique take on storytelling and filmmaking has resonated with audiences across the country.
'Voice of Hind Rajab' premieres: All about powerful Gaza film
The Voice of Hind Rajab, a film by Kaouther Ben Hania, premiered at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival earlier this week.
How Sam Mendes blends artistry and storytelling in Hollywood
Sam Mendes has made a name for himself in Hollywood, fusing storytelling with visual artistry.
How Lanthimos blends absurdity and art into modern masterpieces
Greek filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos has shaken modern Hollywood with his unique storytelling and visual style.
5 timeless Frank Capra comedies you'll never forget
Frank Capra is one of the most revered filmmakers of all time, and rightly so.
'Jay Kelly' might finally get Adam Sandler an Oscar nomination
Hollywood actor Adam Sandler's latest film, Jay Kelly, has been bringing in rave reviews for his performance.
Freida Pinto's journey from slumdog star to Hollywood icon
With her impactful roles and contributions to the entertainment industry, Indian actor Freida Pinto has become a cultural icon in America.