The Academy has reportedly expanded its international film eligibility and has also addressed new rules in connection with AI. Read to know more. 

Oscars tightens rules on AI, allows multiple acting nominations, expands global entry- Here's what we know

Viewership for the Academy Awards has dropped to 17.9 million, marking a four-year low for Hollywood’s biggest night.

The decline highlights ongoing struggles for the ceremony to retain audiences, despite efforts to boost engagement and broaden appeal.

The Oscars, once a dominant television event, have seen fluctuating ratings in recent years amid changing viewer habits and increased competition from digital platforms.

Oscars 2026 Ratings Fall to 17.9 Million, Hit Four-Year Low | WION

Veteran Hollywood star Jane Fonda questioned the Academy for choosing Barbara Streisand to pay a tribute to Robert Redford at the Oscars 2026.

Jane Fonda shades Barbara Streisand over Robert Redford tribute at Oscars 2026: ‘I made four films with him ’

Hollywood’s biggest night is here as Conan O’Brien returns to host the 98th Academy Awards. Netflix’s animated hit ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ took home the Oscar for Best Animated Feature, making waves with fans and critics alike. The ceremony celebrated the year’s standout films, performances, and behind-the-scenes talent, highlighting the global influence of streaming platforms in shaping modern Hollywood entertainment.


Oscars 2026: All That Happened at 98th Academy Awards

From Sean Penn's no-show at the Oscars to a historic win by a woman cinematographer, the 98th Academy Awards had its share of snubs and surprises. The Oscar 2026 saw Michael B Jordan fetching the Best Actor award, beating favourite Timothee Chalamet. 

An Oscar tie, a no show and first time winners: The snubs and surprises at 98th Academy Awards

The Oscar Awards 2026 are here! Hollywood's biggest night, honouring the best of cinema from 2025, is finally here. One Battle After Another took home six Oscars on Sunday night while Sinners took home four including Best Original Screenplay and Best Actor for Michael B Jordan.

One Battle After Another wins six Oscars

One Battle After Another wins Best Picture Oscar

Jessie Buckley wins for Hamnet

Michael B Jordan wins Best Actor

'You make a guy work hard for one of these'

K-Pop creates history

Priyanka Chopra is here!

A moment in Oscar history 

One Oscar After Another

Bridesmaids reunite

Film on Ukraine-Russia war wins an Oscar

Frankestien wins Oscar

In Memoriam segment honours Rob Reiner, Diane Keaton, Robert Redford

Ryan Coogler wins Screenplay Oscar

Paul Thomas Anderson wins his first Oscar

Sean Penn wins his third Oscar

It's a tie!

Cassandra Kulukundis wins! 

Frankenstein is winning!

Demon Hunters wins! 

 Conan O’Brien jokes about Timothée Chalamet's  opera and ballet comment

Amy Madigan wins an Oscar!

Oscars 2026 Winners: Conan O’Brien takes a jab at Donald Trump 

Oscars amid war

Sinners vs One Battle After Another

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi at Oscars 2026

Oscars 2026 host Conan O'Brien arrives early on the red carpet

Oscars 2026 as it happened: Michael B Jordan, Jessie Buckley win acting honours, One Battle After Another gets Best Picture

The 98th Academy Awards is scheduled to happen on  March 15, 2026. The ceremony will honour films and artists who have moved the world with their stories and performances. Take a look at Indian films and artists who have created history at the Oscars.

Ahead of Oscars 2026, a look at Indian films that made history at the Academy Awards; RRR to Slumdog Millionaire

The 98th Academy Awards are set to take place on March 15 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Ahead of the ceremony, we have predicted the probable winners of the night. Scroll to check the list. 

Will Sinners sweep the Oscars 2026? Final predictions: Who will win and who should win

A month before the Oscar Awards 2026, nearly 230 nominees across 24 categories gathered for the Academy's annual luncheon on Tuesday in Los Angeles and posed for a group photo. The nominees were also briefed about the big ceremony next month. 

Timothee Chalamet, Emma Stone, Michael B Jordan and other Oscar nominees gather for the Academy’s annual luncheon, class photo

The Academy of  Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will no longer host in-person screenings of films for its members. The decision was announced in January this year in an email to all its members. However, objections have been raised by some members now, ahead of Oscars 2026. 

Oscars permanent rule change: Academy cancels all in-person member screenings; here's what it means

From Jessie Buckley's haunting portrayal of Agnes Hathaway in Hamnet, to Kate Hudson's de-glam avatar in Song Sung Blue, here are the five nominees in the Best Actress category of Oscar Awards 2026. 

Oscar Nominations 2026: Meet the nominees in the Best Actress category

Karan Johar reacted to Homebound's Oscar snub on Thursday. The producer said he felt proud of the film irrespective of its journey at the Oscars and even thanked the film's director, Neeraj Ghaywan. 

Karan Johar reacts to Homebound’s Oscar exit, thanks film’s director Neeraj Ghaywan

Ryan Coogler's Vampire drama Sinners created history on Thursday night by garnering 16 nominations at the Oscars 2026. This the highest number of nominations that any film has earned in the award history. 

Oscar nominations 2026: Sinners creates history with 16 nods; here’s the full list of nominees

With just hours left for the Academy to announce its nominations for the Oscars 2026, there is a lot of buzz around Homebound's inclusion. The film has already been shortlisted in the Top 15 in the Best International Feature category. Will it make it to the top 5?

Oscar nominations 2026: Will Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound end India's 24-year wait?

Karan Johar- produced film Homebound is India's official entry to the Oscars 2026 in the Best International Feature category. The film is directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and features Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa in the lead. 

Karan Johar calls Oscar campaign for Homebound ‘a bottomless pit’, adds money was not a driving force behind it

Oscars: The Academy Awards will begin streaming exclusively on YouTube starting in 2029, marking the end of a decades-long partnership with ABC. The five-year deal grants YouTube global rights to broadcast the Oscars, including red carpet coverage, behind-the-scenes content, and other Academy events. 


Oscars: Academy Awards to Stream on YouTube Starting in 2029 

After a long association with the ABC network, the Oscar awards will be shifting to YouTube in 2029. ABC will air the 100th edition of the awards in 2028, which will be the last for the network. 

Oscar awards to move to YouTube in 2029 after a long partnership with ABC

Neeraj Ghaywan's directorial Homebound has made it to the Oscar shortlist in the Best International Feature category. The fim features Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa in lead roles. Here's what it means to be selected in the Oscars shortlist. 

Homebound makes it to Oscar shortlist: What does it mean for Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa’s film?

Hollywood icon Tom Cruise receives his first Oscar, an honorary award recognizing his legendary career and contributions, including the Mission: Impossible franchise.

Oscar: Tom Cruise Wins First Oscar, Honored for Mission: Impossible Legacy

A pawsitive change that Indy, the Dog, is demanding. The four-legged furry actor has given an outstanding performance in the horror movie Good Boy, and now, earning rave reviews, he has written an open letter to the Academy.

Paw-fect Oscar nominee! Indy the Dog from Good Boy demands Academy recognition

These top entertainment events attract millions with star-studded performances, live action, and red carpet glamour. They generate record TV ratings, huge social media buzz, and set global trends in film, music, and TV every year.

The 6 most-watched awards shows worldwide – Oscars,  Emmys, Grammys & more!

While Tamil superstar Kamal Haasan and Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana have been invited to join the Actors' Branch, Cannes 2024 Grand Prix-winning filmmaker Payal Kapadia has received an invitation from the Writers' Branch.

Kamal Haasan, Ayushmann Khurrana and Payal Kapadia invited to join Oscars class of 2025

Entertainment Santosh was UK's official entry for Oscars this year. The film has won several international awards at film festivals and was due for release in India soon.

This is why Oscar-nominated film Santosh has been blocked from release in India

Entertainment Hollywood | Academy CEO Bill Kramer and President Janet Yang said in a press release that the late-night comedian will return for the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026.

Conan O’Brien will return as host for Oscars 2026

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Oscar nominees gather for the Academy’s annual luncheon, class photo

Oscars permanent rule change: Academy cancels all in-person member screenings

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Karan Johar reacts to Homebound’s Oscar exit, thanks director Neeraj Ghaywan

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Oscar nominations 2026: Will Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound end India's 24-year wait?

Karan Johar calls Oscar campaign for Homebound ‘a bottomless pit’

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Oscar awards to move to YouTube in 2029 after a long partnership with ABC

Homebound makes it to Oscar shortlist: What does it mean for the film?

Oscar: Tom Cruise Wins First Oscar, Honored for Mission: Impossible Legacy

Paw-fect Oscar nominee! Indy the Dog from Good Boy demands Academy recognition

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Kamal Haasan, Ayushmann and Payal Kapadia invited to join Oscars' class of 2025

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Conan O’Brien will return as host for Oscars 2026