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

Entertainment | Hollywood - It was in 2022 while Chris Rock was hosting Oscars when Will Smith walked up to him and slapped him on the stage because of a joke he made.

Never say never! Chris Rock is open to hosting Oscars again after Will Smith's slapgate

Entertainment Hollywood : Adam Sandler known for his quirks surprised everyone when he attended the Oscars in a blue sweatshirt and was caught yelling Timothee Chalamet's name.

What was Adam Sandler doing in a sweatshirt at the Oscars?

Entertainment | Hollywood: In The Substance, Demi Moore shines as a multifaceted character struggling with insecurity, a role that won her the prestigious Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Comedy.

Demi Moore loses Best Actress Oscar to Mikey Madison, fans call it ‘unfair’

Entertainment Hollywood Oscars 2025 Checkout all the hot looks from the 97th Academy Awards which took place. From Selena to Demi, it was a star-studded event.

All The Hot Looks From Oscars 2025 Ceremony

Oscars Winning Movies OTT | Hollywood Anora is the big winner of the 97th Academy Awards, winning five awards in the major categories, including Best Picture, Best Director (Sean Baker) and Best Actress (Mikey Madison).

Oscars Winning Movies OTT | Where to watch Oscars 2025 winning movies on OTT - Anora, Wicked and Emilia Perez

The 97th Academy Awards kicked off on a shining note! As the red carpet for Hollywood's biggest night unfolds, here's a list of Hollywood biggies who have already arrived for the event.

Channeling their movie Wicked characters, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo arrived in stunning gowns. Demi Moore and Zoe Saldana also walked the carpet, carrying gorgeous looks.

Check out all the stunning looks here.

Oscars 2025 Red Carpet: Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande and more - check all the celebrity looks

Entertainment Hollywood Sean Baker won Best Director Oscar for Anora at the 97th Academy Awards held at Dolby Theatre. Anora picked most wins.

'Watch films in movie theatres' says Best Director Oscar winner Sean Baker in his acceptance speech

Entertainment Hollywood Oscars 2025: India's short film Anuja lost the Academy Award to I'm Not a Robot in the Best Live-Action Short Film category.

Oscars 2025: India's lone Oscar entry Anuja loses to I'm Not a Robot

Entertainment Hollywood Oscars 2025: Indian film producer Guneet Monga who has previously won Academy Awards, was present at this year's Oscars.

India's Guneet Monga shines in a metallic Manish Malhotra ensemble at Oscars

Entertainment Hollywood Oscars 2025: First time host Conan O'Brien stunned all fans as he spoke to Indian fans in Hindi and said "I hope you enjoy your breakfast with Oscars".

Oscars host Conan O'Brien just spoke in Hindi during ceremony and the internet can't get enough

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