<p>B-town's true blue fashionista Deepika Padukone, who recently revealed that she is on the Oscars 2023 presenters list, was seen taking a flight from Mumbai to Los Angeles on Thursday. Seemingly, the diva&nbsp;jetted off to the US for the 95th Academy Awards and will be joining&nbsp;global stars like Emily Blunt, Samuel Jackson and Dwayne Johnson.</p>

<p>Photos and videos of Padukone leaving for the Oscars 2023 awards are going viral on social media. The viral posts show the diva dressed in casual denim pants and a formal black blazer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She completed her look with a pair of glasses, soft glam makeup&nbsp;and a neat hairdo. Her husband and actor Ranveer Singh was seen dropping her at the airport.</p>

<p><strong>Check out Deepika's airport look below!</strong></p>

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<p>The 37-year-old actor will share the honour with global icons like Riz Ahmed, Michael B. Jordan and Zoe Saldaña, among others.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Before Padukone, Priyanka Chopra presented the nominees for Achievement in Film Editing in 2016. The award was bagged by Margaret Sixel for <em>Mad Max: Fury Road</em>. Back in 1980, late Indian model Persis Khambatta, who starred in <em>Star Trek: The Motion Picture</em>, became the first Indian to present at the Oscars.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The actress has had a stellar 2022 and is currently enjoying a phenomenal 2023 so far!&nbsp;Apart from getting appointed as a global ambassador for Louis Vuitton, Pottery Barn and Qatar Airways, she bagged the TIME100 Impact Award, earned a spot as a member of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival jury, launched her own skincare brand 82°E and starred in blockbuster&nbsp;<em>Pathaan</em>.</p>

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B-town's true blue fashionista Deepika Padukone, who recently revealed that she is on the Oscars 2023 presenters list, was seen taking a flight from Mumbai to Los Angeles on Thursday.

B-town's true blue fashionista Deepika Padukone, who recently revealed that she is on the Oscars 2023 presenters list, was seen taking a flight from Mumbai to Los Angeles on Thursday. Seemingly, the diva jetted off to the US for the 95th Academy Awards and will be joining global stars like Emily Blunt, Samuel Jackson and Dwayne Johnson. Photos and videos of Padukone leaving for the Oscars 2023 awards are going viral on social media. The viral posts show the diva dressed in casual denim pants and a formal black blazer. She completed her look with a pair of glasses, soft glam makeup and a neat hairdo. Her husband and actor Ranveer Singh was seen dropping her at the airport. Check out Deepika's airport look below! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) The 37-year-old actor will share the honour with global icons like Riz Ahmed, Michael B. Jordan and Zoe Saldaña, among others. Also read: Ranbir and Alia are taking legal action against paps who invaded their privacy Before Padukone, Priyanka Chopra presented the nominees for Achievement in Film Editing in 2016. The award was bagged by Margaret Sixel for Mad Max: Fury Road. Back in 1980, late Indian model Persis Khambatta, who starred in Star Trek: The Motion Picture, became the first Indian to present at the Oscars. The actress has had a stellar 2022 and is currently enjoying a phenomenal 2023 so far! Apart from getting appointed as a global ambassador for Louis Vuitton, Pottery Barn and Qatar Airways, she bagged the TIME100 Impact Award, earned a spot as a member of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival jury, launched her own skincare brand 82°E and starred in blockbuster Pathaan. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Oscars 2023: Deepika Padukone leaves for Los Angeles ahead of 95th Academy Awards

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<p>The Oscars 2023 ceremony is&nbsp;almost here. Winning an Oscar, formally called the Academy Award, is often seen as the ultimate achievement for actors in the film industry, but despite oodles of talent and skill, not to mention multiple nominations, there are many great actors who have never won an Oscar. There are a variety of reasons for that. First, the voting process is subjective. These awards are voted by members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which is made up of actors, directors, producers, and other industry professionals. However, each member has their own personal preferences and biases, which can influence their voting decisions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, politics and campaigning can also play a role in deciding the winner. In some cases, an actor's studio or publicist may run an aggressive campaign to secure the win, while other actors may not have the same level of resources or publicity behind them.</p>

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<p><strong>Here are 10 great actors you will be surprised to know have not won an Oscar:</strong></p>

<h2>1. Glenn Close</h2>

<p>Glenn Close is widely regarded as one of the most talented actresses of her generation, but she is yet to win an Oscar despite being nominated eight times. Her performances in<em> The Wife, Fatal Attraction, Dangerous Liaisons</em>, and <em>Albert Nobbs</em>&nbsp;are just a few examples of her incredible range and depth as an actress.</p>

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<h2>2. Amy Adams</h2>

<p>Amy Adams has been nominated for an Oscar six times but is yet to win one. Her performances in <em>Arrival, American Hustle, The Fighter, </em>and <em>Doubt </em>are just a few examples that show that she deserves an Oscar trophy.</p>

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<h2>3. Tom Cruise</h2>

<p>Tom Cruise has been a major box office draw for decades and has delivered many memorable performances over the years. He reinforced his position as one of the biggest Hollywood stars — if not the biggest — with <em>Top Gun: Maverick,</em> which went on to become the biggest worldwide earner in 2022. Apart from his numerous action roles, his performances in <em>Born on the Fourth of July, Jerry Maguire,</em> and <em>Magnolia </em>are just a few examples of his acting abilities. He has been nominated for three Academy Awards and has not won one.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>4. Johnny Depp</h2>

<p>With three nominations to his name, Depp has been recognised for his work in films such as <em>Pirates of the Caribbean, Finding Neverland</em>, and <em>Sweeney Todd.</em></p>

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<h2>5. Liam Neeson</h2>

<p>With a career spanning several decades, Neeson is known for his performances in films like <em>Schindler's List, Silence, Kinsey, </em>and <em>The Grey</em>, but has never won an Oscar.</p>

<h2>6. Helena Bonham Carter</h2>

<p>With two nominations under her belt, Carter is known for her work in films like <em>The King's Speech </em>and <em>The Wings of the Dove.</em></p>

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<h2>7. Willem Dafoe</h2>

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<p>Despite his incredible range as an actor and critically acclaimed performances in films like<em> Platoon, Shadow of the Vampire, The Lighthouse,</em> and <em>The Florida Project,</em> Dafoe is yet to win an Oscar.</p>

<h2>8. Michelle Pfeiffer</h2>

<p>Despite her iconic performances in films like<em> Scarface, Batman Returns, </em>and <em>The Fabulous Baker Boys</em>, Pfeiffer is yet to win an Oscar.</p>

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<h2>9. Sigourney Weaver&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Despite her impressive performances in films like <em>Alien, Gorillas in the Mist,</em> and <em>Avatar</em>, Weaver has never won an Oscar.</p>

<h2>10. Jake Gyllenhaal</h2>

<p>Despite his acclaimed performances in films such as <em>Brokeback Mountain, Nightcrawler, </em>and <em>Nocturnal Animals</em>, Gyllenhaal has not won an Oscar yet.<br />
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The Oscars 2023 ceremony is almost here. Winning an Oscar, formally called the Academy Award, is often seen as the ultimate achievement for actors in the film industry, but despite oodles of talent and skill, not to mention multiple nominations, there are many great actors who have never won an Oscar.

The Oscars 2023 ceremony is almost here. Winning an Oscar, formally called the Academy Award, is often seen as the ultimate achievement for actors in the film industry, but despite oodles of talent and skill, not to mention multiple nominations, there are many great actors who have never won an Oscar. There are a variety of reasons for that. First, the voting process is subjective. These awards are voted by members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which is made up of actors, directors, producers, and other industry professionals. However, each member has their own personal preferences and biases, which can influence their voting decisions. Moreover, politics and campaigning can also play a role in deciding the winner. In some cases, an actor's studio or publicist may run an aggressive campaign to secure the win, while other actors may not have the same level of resources or publicity behind them. Here are 10 great actors you will be surprised to know have not won an Oscar: 1. Glenn Close Glenn Close is widely regarded as one of the most talented actresses of her generation, but she is yet to win an Oscar despite being nominated eight times. Her performances in The Wife, Fatal Attraction, Dangerous Liaisons, and Albert Nobbs are just a few examples of her incredible range and depth as an actress. Also Read: Oscars 2023: The Banshees of Inisherin is a dark, poignant meditation on futility of conflict 2. Amy Adams Amy Adams has been nominated for an Oscar six times but is yet to win one. Her performances in Arrival, American Hustle, The Fighter, and Doubt are just a few examples that show that she deserves an Oscar trophy. 3. Tom Cruise Tom Cruise has been a major box office draw for decades and has delivered many memorable performances over the years. He reinforced his position as one of the biggest Hollywood stars — if not the biggest — with Top Gun: Maverick, which went on to become the biggest worldwide earner in 2022. Apart from his numerous action roles, his performances in Born on the Fourth of July, Jerry Maguire, and Magnolia are just a few examples of his acting abilities. He has been nominated for three Academy Awards and has not won one. 4. Johnny Depp With three nominations to his name, Depp has been recognised for his work in films such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Finding Neverland, and Sweeney Todd. 5. Liam Neeson With a career spanning several decades, Neeson is known for his performances in films like Schindler's List, Silence, Kinsey, and The Grey, but has never won an Oscar. 6. Helena Bonham Carter With two nominations under her belt, Carter is known for her work in films like The King's Speech and The Wings of the Dove. Also Read: Oscars 2023: Short documentaries explode as an art form, attracting big players like Netflix 7. Willem Dafoe Despite his incredible range as an actor and critically acclaimed performances in films like Platoon, Shadow of the Vampire, The Lighthouse, and The Florida Project, Dafoe is yet to win an Oscar. 8. Michelle Pfeiffer Despite her iconic performances in films like Scarface, Batman Returns, and The Fabulous Baker Boys, Pfeiffer is yet to win an Oscar. Also Read: Oscars Awards 2023 Best Picture nominee: Can Avatar 2 win the trophy? 9. Sigourney Weaver Despite her impressive performances in films like Alien, Gorillas in the Mist, and Avatar, Weaver has never won an Oscar. 10. Jake Gyllenhaal Despite his acclaimed performances in films such as Brokeback Mountain, Nightcrawler, and Nocturnal Animals, Gyllenhaal has not won an Oscar yet. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Oscars 2023: Ten great actors who haven’t won an Oscar surprisingly

<p>At a press conference held on Wednesday, the Academy clarified that Lady Gaga would not be performing her Oscar-nominated song <em>Hold My Hand </em>from <em>Top Gun: Maverick </em>at the awards ceremony scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 12.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Will Smith factor was also addressed at the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-2023-lady-gaga-wont-perform-nominated-top-gun-maverick-song-570264">press conference by the creative team,</a> which included executive producer and showrunner Glenn Weiss, executive producer and showrunner Ricky Kirshner, musical director Rickey Minor, writers Dave Boone, Nefetari Spencer and Agathe Panaretos and producer Sarah Levine Hall, reported Variety.<br />
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Traditionally, the previous year`s best actor winner presents the best actress award. But post the slap gate, Will Smitt- the previous year's Best Actor winner, will not be attending the ceremony and hence not present the award. Smith resigned from the Academy following his slapping of host Chris Rock and was banned from attending the Oscars for 10 years.</p>

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Executive producer Molly McNearney said, "We're going to acknowledge it, and then we`re gonna move on." She added, "We don`t want to make this year about last year. It's certainly something we can and will address in a comedic fashion." Kirshner, a new addition to the team, emphasized, this was a new show that was going to differ from what regular viewers are used to. "There's no more `This is what we used to do.` We've rethought the show and we`ve got presenters that make sense for the categories."</p>

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The show will encompass many themes. Bill Kramer, CEO of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences confirmed to Variety last year that all categories will be included in the live telecast, and that will be evident during the show. Kirshner said this year`s show is about "honouring the crafts and what it takes to make a movie."<br />
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He added, "Most people see just the actors in front of the camera, but as you know, there are hundreds of people that make movies and a lot of people across the country don`t know what it takes, but we`re going to show that."</p>

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<p>In terms of what audiences can expect from the musical aspect, Minor who last served as the show`s music director in 2020 said, "As a team, we talk about not only the presentation of the music but the diverse music that`s in all of these beautiful films and the great writers."The orchestra will be on stage and featured throughout the show. Aside from celebrating Hollywood film music and its composers, Minor reiterated the ceremony would delve into the 95th anniversary of the awards.&nbsp;"It's a treasure trove. We have a lot of material to choose from," he said.<br />
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Indian film <em>RRR</em>'s smash hit song <em>Naatu Naatu</em> will be performed at the ceremony by singers Rahul Pipligunj and Kala Bhairava.&nbsp;</p>

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At a press conference held on Wednesday, the Academy clarified that Lady Gaga would not be performing her Oscar-nominated song Hold My Hand from Top Gun: Maverick at the awards ceremony scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 12.

At a press conference held on Wednesday, the Academy clarified that Lady Gaga would not be performing her Oscar-nominated song Hold My Hand from Top Gun: Maverick at the awards ceremony scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 12. The Will Smith factor was also addressed at the press conference by the creative team, which included executive producer and showrunner Glenn Weiss, executive producer and showrunner Ricky Kirshner, musical director Rickey Minor, writers Dave Boone, Nefetari Spencer and Agathe Panaretos and producer Sarah Levine Hall, reported Variety. Traditionally, the previous year`s best actor winner presents the best actress award. But post the slap gate, Will Smitt- the previous year's Best Actor winner, will not be attending the ceremony and hence not present the award. Smith resigned from the Academy following his slapping of host Chris Rock and was banned from attending the Oscars for 10 years. Explained: Will Smith-Chris Rock slapgate's impact on Hollywood Executive producer Molly McNearney said, "We're going to acknowledge it, and then we`re gonna move on." She added, "We don`t want to make this year about last year. It's certainly something we can and will address in a comedic fashion." Kirshner, a new addition to the team, emphasized, this was a new show that was going to differ from what regular viewers are used to. "There's no more `This is what we used to do.` We've rethought the show and we`ve got presenters that make sense for the categories." Oscars 2023 4 days to go: From Pather Panchali to Jallikattu, 10 Indian films that deserved Oscars The show will encompass many themes. Bill Kramer, CEO of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences confirmed to Variety last year that all categories will be included in the live telecast, and that will be evident during the show. Kirshner said this year`s show is about "honouring the crafts and what it takes to make a movie." He added, "Most people see just the actors in front of the camera, but as you know, there are hundreds of people that make movies and a lot of people across the country don`t know what it takes, but we`re going to show that." Oscars 2023: Ten great actors who haven’t won an Oscar surprisingly In terms of what audiences can expect from the musical aspect, Minor who last served as the show`s music director in 2020 said, "As a team, we talk about not only the presentation of the music but the diverse music that`s in all of these beautiful films and the great writers."The orchestra will be on stage and featured throughout the show. Aside from celebrating Hollywood film music and its composers, Minor reiterated the ceremony would delve into the 95th anniversary of the awards. "It's a treasure trove. We have a lot of material to choose from," he said. Indian film RRR's smash hit song Naatu Naatu will be performed at the ceremony by singers Rahul Pipligunj and Kala Bhairava. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Over a history of more than a century, Indian cinema has produced some truly great movies that have been widely acclaimed by both domestic and international audiences. The Indian film industry is considered to be one of the largest and most vibrant in the world, producing a wide range of films in multiple languages and genres. In recent decades, particularly Indian movies have gained popularity across the globe for their colorful visuals, action, melodrama, and dance numbers (case in point: the brouhaha over <em>RRR</em>). Additionally, there are also unique films from different regions of India, which have been appreciated by critics for their artistic and cultural significance.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While a handful of Indians have won an Academy Award or Oscar, no Indian-made cinematic production (as opposed to a foreign production involving Indians) can boast of an Oscar statuette to date.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Here are some of the Indian films that deserved Oscars but were sadly overlooked by the Academy:</p>

<h2><em>Pather Panchali </em>(1955)</h2>

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<p>A Bengali-language film directed by the legendary Satyajit Ray, it is widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made and is credited with introducing Indian cinema to the world stage. The film tells the story of a young boy named Apu and his family as they struggle to survive in rural India. <em>Pather Panchali</em> was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 28th Academy Awards, but did not win.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><em>Mother India </em>(1957)&nbsp;</h2>

<p>This Mehboob Khan directorial is widely considered a masterpiece of Indian cinema. It tells the story of a mother who struggles to raise her children and maintain her farm after her husband abandons the family. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 30th Academy Awards, but ultimately lost to <em>Nights of Cabiria.</em></p>

<h2><em>Salaam Bombay! </em>(1988)</h2>

<p>This film, directed by Mira Nair, tells the story of a young boy who runs away from home and ends up living on the streets of Mumbai. It was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 61st Academy Awards, but ultimately lost to <em>Pelle the Conqueror.</em></p>

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<h2><em>Lagaan </em>(2001)&nbsp;</h2>

<p>This epic sports drama film was directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and starred Aamir Khan. It was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 74th Academy Awards, but ultimately lost to<em> No Man's Land</em>. The story, set in pre-Independent India follows a group of villagers who challenge their British colonisers to a game of cricket in exchange for a three-year tax exemption.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><em>Devdas </em>(2002)</h2>

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<p>This film, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is a lavish adaptation of the classic Indian novel of the same name. It was praised for its opulent visuals and outstanding performances. Despite all the praise that was showered over it, it was not nominated for an Oscar.</p>

<h2><em>Black </em>(2005)</h2>

<p>This film, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, tells the story of a deaf-blind girl and her relationship with her teacher. It was praised for its poignant storytelling and outstanding performances, particularly by leading actress Rani Mukherjee. Despite being a critical success, it was not nominated for an Oscar.</p>

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<h2><em>Peepli Live</em> (2010)</h2>

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<p>A satirical comedy-drama film directed by Anusha Rizvi and produced by Aamir Khan, <em>Peepli Live</em> tells the story of two impoverished farmers in rural India who plan to commit suicide so that their families can receive government compensation. The film explores the issues of farmer suicides, media sensationalism, and political corruption in India.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><em>Court </em>(2014)&nbsp;</h2>

<p>This Marathi-language film, directed by Chaitanya Tamhane, tells the story of a trial in a lower court in Mumbai. It was praised for its sharp social commentary and unique storytelling style and won several awards at international film festivals. Despite critical acclaim, it was not nominated.</p>

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<h2><em>Village Rockstars</em> (2017)</h2>

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<p>This Rima Das film is set in a remote village in the northeastern state of Assam and follows the story of a young girl named Dhunu who dreams of owning a guitar and starting her own rock band. The film captures the beauty and struggles of rural life in India with its stunning cinematography and authentic portrayal of the culture, traditions, and daily life of the villagers. It provides a glimpse into a way of life that is often overlooked or misrepresented in mainstream media.</p>

<h2><em>Jallikattu</em> (2019)</h2>

<p>An Indian Malayalam-language action film directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, <em>Jallikattu </em>is based on the short story Maoist by Hareesh and depicts the events that follow after a buffalo escapes from a slaughterhouse in a small village in Kerala, India. It features quite an unconventional narrative structure, and primarily focuses on the reactions of the villagers to the situation rather than the buffalo itself. This approach makes the film more about the people and their emotions than the animal. The story builds up to a gripping climax that is both thrilling and thought-provoking.</p>

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Over a history of more than a century, Indian cinema has produced some truly great movies that have been widely acclaimed by both domestic and international audiences.

Over a history of more than a century, Indian cinema has produced some truly great movies that have been widely acclaimed by both domestic and international audiences. The Indian film industry is considered to be one of the largest and most vibrant in the world, producing a wide range of films in multiple languages and genres. In recent decades, particularly Indian movies have gained popularity across the globe for their colorful visuals, action, melodrama, and dance numbers (case in point: the brouhaha over RRR). Additionally, there are also unique films from different regions of India, which have been appreciated by critics for their artistic and cultural significance. Also Read | Oscars 2023: Ten great actors who haven’t won an Oscar surprisingly While a handful of Indians have won an Academy Award or Oscar, no Indian-made cinematic production (as opposed to a foreign production involving Indians) can boast of an Oscar statuette to date. Here are some of the Indian films that deserved Oscars but were sadly overlooked by the Academy: Pather Panchali (1955) A Bengali-language film directed by the legendary Satyajit Ray, it is widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made and is credited with introducing Indian cinema to the world stage. The film tells the story of a young boy named Apu and his family as they struggle to survive in rural India. Pather Panchali was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 28th Academy Awards, but did not win. Also Read | Oscars 2023 Best Picture nominee: Steven Spielberg's The Fabelmans is an ode to cinema and life Mother India (1957) This Mehboob Khan directorial is widely considered a masterpiece of Indian cinema. It tells the story of a mother who struggles to raise her children and maintain her farm after her husband abandons the family. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 30th Academy Awards, but ultimately lost to Nights of Cabiria. Salaam Bombay! (1988) This film, directed by Mira Nair, tells the story of a young boy who runs away from home and ends up living on the streets of Mumbai. It was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 61st Academy Awards, but ultimately lost to Pelle the Conqueror. Also Read: Oscars 2023: The Banshees of Inisherin is a dark, poignant meditation on futility of conflict Lagaan (2001) This epic sports drama film was directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and starred Aamir Khan. It was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 74th Academy Awards, but ultimately lost to No Man's Land. The story, set in pre-Independent India follows a group of villagers who challenge their British colonisers to a game of cricket in exchange for a three-year tax exemption. Devdas (2002) This film, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is a lavish adaptation of the classic Indian novel of the same name. It was praised for its opulent visuals and outstanding performances. Despite all the praise that was showered over it, it was not nominated for an Oscar. Black (2005) This film, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, tells the story of a deaf-blind girl and her relationship with her teacher. It was praised for its poignant storytelling and outstanding performances, particularly by leading actress Rani Mukherjee. Despite being a critical success, it was not nominated for an Oscar. Also Read: Oscars 2023: Short documentaries explode as an art form, attracting big players like Netflix Peepli Live (2010) A satirical comedy-drama film directed by Anusha Rizvi and produced by Aamir Khan, Peepli Live tells the story of two impoverished farmers in rural India who plan to commit suicide so that their families can receive government compensation. The film explores the issues of farmer suicides, media sensationalism, and political corruption in India. Court (2014) This Marathi-language film, directed by Chaitanya Tamhane, tells the story of a trial in a lower court in Mumbai. It was praised for its sharp social commentary and unique storytelling style and won several awards at international film festivals. Despite critical acclaim, it was not nominated. Also Read: Oscars Awards 2023 Best Picture nominee: Can Avatar 2 win the trophy? Village Rockstars (2017) This Rima Das film is set in a remote village in the northeastern state of Assam and follows the story of a young girl named Dhunu who dreams of owning a guitar and starting her own rock band. The film captures the beauty and struggles of rural life in India with its stunning cinematography and authentic portrayal of the culture, traditions, and daily life of the villagers. It provides a glimpse into a way of life that is often overlooked or misrepresented in mainstream media. Jallikattu (2019) An Indian Malayalam-language action film directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, Jallikattu is based on the short story Maoist by Hareesh and depicts the events that follow after a buffalo escapes from a slaughterhouse in a small village in Kerala, India. It features quite an unconventional narrative structure, and primarily focuses on the reactions of the villagers to the situation rather than the buffalo itself. This approach makes the film more about the people and their emotions than the animal. The story builds up to a gripping climax that is both thrilling and thought-provoking. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Oscars 2023 4 days to go: From Pather Panchali to Jallikattu, 10 Indian films that deserved Oscars

<p>Steven Speilberg is no stranger to the Oscar stage. He has won the golden statue three times and has been nominated 24 times. But his nomination at the 95th Academy Awards is being seen as most special. Spielberg and his film <em>The Fabelmans</em> have collectively fetched seven nominations at the Oscars 2023. Considering the film is loosely based on Speilberg's personal life and narrates the story of his growing up years, the film is his most personal work to date and a nod from the Academy gives it that stamp of approval to a personal project.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
While the film is a personal story of Spielberg and his complex relationship with his parents who were very different personalities individually, <em>The Fabelmans</em> is also an ode to cinema. Whoever loves cinema will love <em>The Fabelmans</em> because it showcases the magic of the movies through the perspective of, first a little boy and then an adolescent who finds it as the best possible form of expression.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>The Fabelmans</em> has been nominated in seven categories- Best picture, director, actress, supporting actor, original score, original screenplay and production design. All deserving acknowledgments from the Academy and while the acting awards seem unlikely for the movie (not because they were good performances in the film but because there are other strong contenders), it is being touted to win the Best Picture and Best Director Oscar in March 12 ceremony.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong><em>The Fabelmans</em> is Spielberg's story&nbsp;</strong><br />
<br />
<em>The Fabelmans</em> is semi-autobiographical and is based on Spielberg's younger days. It centers around Sammy Fabelmans who finds cinema as a coping mechanism to deal with his dysfunctional family and other people around him.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
It stars Gabriel LaBelle as Sammy, alongside Michelle Williams, Paul Dano, Seth Rogen, and Judd Hirsch in supporting roles. The film is dedicated to the memories of Spielberg's real-life parents, Leah Adler and Arnold Spielberg, who died in 2017 and 2020 respectively.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Spielberg had reportedly conceived the project as early as 1999, with his sister Anne writing a screenplay titled I'll Be Home. The project was withheld for 20 years since Spielberg had reservations about exploring his family's story and how it would affect his parents. Spielberg revisited the project in 2019 with screenwriter and frequent collaborator Kushner while they were making West Side Story, and the screenplay was completed in late 2020.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-the-fabelmans-review-steven-spielbergs-ode-to-cinema-is-his-career-best-560590">In WION's review</a>, <em>The Fabelmans</em> was termed as Spielberg's career best. "The beauty of <em>The Fabelmans</em>&nbsp;is that even though it is talking about a person's love for cinema- a theme well explored in numerous films in the past- it never glorifies that passion. Perhaps because of its biographical nature, The Fabelmans allows the viewers to look at the passion for cinema through an objective lense, just like Burt," reads the review</p>

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<p><strong>Michelle Williams' performance worth an Oscar</strong><br />
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Michelle Williams plays Mitzy Fabelmans, which is based on Speilberg's mother. Williams is nominated in the Best Actress category and while her performance as the art-loving, slightly moody Mitzy touched a chord in every viewer's heart, it still stands less chance to earn her an Oscar as this year the strong contenders in this category is Michelle Yeoh and Cate Blanchett.&nbsp;<br />
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Nevertheless, Williams'&nbsp;haunting portrayal won hearts all over and it made the viewers indulge in the moody Mitzy.&nbsp;<br />
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Steven Speilberg is no stranger to the Oscar stage. He has won the golden statue three times and has been nominated 24 times. But his nomination at the 95th Academy Awards is being seen as most special.

Steven Speilberg is no stranger to the Oscar stage. He has won the golden statue three times and has been nominated 24 times. But his nomination at the 95th Academy Awards is being seen as most special. Spielberg and his film The Fabelmans have collectively fetched seven nominations at the Oscars 2023. Considering the film is loosely based on Speilberg's personal life and narrates the story of his growing up years, the film is his most personal work to date and a nod from the Academy gives it that stamp of approval to a personal project. While the film is a personal story of Spielberg and his complex relationship with his parents who were very different personalities individually, The Fabelmans is also an ode to cinema. Whoever loves cinema will love The Fabelmans because it showcases the magic of the movies through the perspective of, first a little boy and then an adolescent who finds it as the best possible form of expression. The Fabelmans has been nominated in seven categories- Best picture, director, actress, supporting actor, original score, original screenplay and production design. All deserving acknowledgments from the Academy and while the acting awards seem unlikely for the movie (not because they were good performances in the film but because there are other strong contenders), it is being touted to win the Best Picture and Best Director Oscar in March 12 ceremony. The Fabelmans is Spielberg's story The Fabelmans is semi-autobiographical and is based on Spielberg's younger days. It centers around Sammy Fabelmans who finds cinema as a coping mechanism to deal with his dysfunctional family and other people around him. It stars Gabriel LaBelle as Sammy, alongside Michelle Williams, Paul Dano, Seth Rogen, and Judd Hirsch in supporting roles. The film is dedicated to the memories of Spielberg's real-life parents, Leah Adler and Arnold Spielberg, who died in 2017 and 2020 respectively. Spielberg had reportedly conceived the project as early as 1999, with his sister Anne writing a screenplay titled I'll Be Home. The project was withheld for 20 years since Spielberg had reservations about exploring his family's story and how it would affect his parents. Spielberg revisited the project in 2019 with screenwriter and frequent collaborator Kushner while they were making West Side Story, and the screenplay was completed in late 2020. In WION's review, The Fabelmans was termed as Spielberg's career best. "The beauty of The Fabelmans is that even though it is talking about a person's love for cinema- a theme well explored in numerous films in the past- it never glorifies that passion. Perhaps because of its biographical nature, The Fabelmans allows the viewers to look at the passion for cinema through an objective lense, just like Burt," reads the review Oscars 2023: The Banshees of Inisherin is a dark, poignant meditation on futility of conflict Michelle Williams' performance worth an Oscar Michelle Williams plays Mitzy Fabelmans, which is based on Speilberg's mother. Williams is nominated in the Best Actress category and while her performance as the art-loving, slightly moody Mitzy touched a chord in every viewer's heart, it still stands less chance to earn her an Oscar as this year the strong contenders in this category is Michelle Yeoh and Cate Blanchett. Nevertheless, Williams' haunting portrayal won hearts all over and it made the viewers indulge in the moody Mitzy. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Oscars 2023 Best Picture nominee: Steven Spielberg's The Fabelmans is an ode to cinema and life

<p>For some, being remembered or leaving a legacy is important. Or it becomes so at a point in life when they can see their death in the near future. Looking back, they realise they haven't lived a life worth living, after all. Being remembered, then, provides a sense of significance and purpose in life. Colm Doherty (Brendan Gleeson) from Martin McDonagh's beautifully elegiac and darkly comic film <em>The Banshees of Inisherin</em> is one such man. A folk musician inhabiting the Irish isle of Inisherin (fictional) in 1923, he suddenly decides he wants to leave the world with a momentous composition that the world will remember him by. Naturally, such decisions entail that one upgrades their company.&nbsp;</p>

<p>And Doherty does to his closest friend Pádraic Súilleabháin (Colin Farrell) what today's kids would call ghosting. In his words, he "just don’t like you no more." Unable to comprehend what has happened to him, Súilleabháin, a simple (but not simple-minded), kind-hearted soul descends into melancholy after a couple of desperate attempts to restore the friendship.</p>

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<h2>Nine nominations for<em> The Banshees of Inisherin </em>at Oscars 2023</h2>

<p>In Oscars 2023, <em>The Banshees of Inisherin,</em> which has had a dream awards season run thus far, is nominated for Academy Awards in nine categories, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and so on. The film is a strong contender for Best Picture at the Oscars, having won a Golden Globe in Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy category.</p>

<h2>Does <em>The Banshees of Inisherin </em>deserve the Best Picture Oscar?</h2>

<p>Definitely. Save for Everything Everywhere All at Once, we struggle to think which other film among the 10 nominees deserves this trophy more.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>What makes <em>The Banshees of Inisherin</em> so special?</h2>

<p>"We haven’t been rowing. I don’t think we’ve been rowing. Have we been rowing?" Pádraic responds as an answer to a question from his sister Siobhan (Kerry Condon).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Eventually, Doherty tires of Súilleabháin's attempts at reconciliation and gives him an ultimatum: he will chop the finger of his left hand every time Súilleabháin will try to strike up a conversation with him. And to Súilleabháin's disbelief, he proves true to his words. Things only get downhill from that point.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The two are so different from each other that you begin to wonder how they became friends in the first place. In a scene set in the local pub, Súilleabháin confronts Doherty, who retorts to the former's claim that niceness is important. "Ah, well, I suppose niceness doesn't last then, does it, Padraic? But will I tell ya something that does last?" Súilleabháin, exasperated and inebriated, asks, "What? And don't say somethin' stupid like music."</p>

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<p>McDonagh, a playwright-turned-filmmaker, writes strong dialogue and I have found something to adore in each film of his. But<em> The Banshees of Inisherin</em> is easily his magnum opus. It is a quietly affecting meditation on kindness, friendship, conflict, and legacy that is both sad and funny, and often at the same time.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The setting of the Irish Civil War is not accidental. The film is peppered with moments when the citizen of Inisherin stop to look at sounds and visuals of distant explosions on the mainland. War and interpersonal male conflict, the film posits, are really no different. Their reasons are as meaningless and as irrelevant after a point in time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We haven’t been rowing. I don’t think we’ve been rowing. Have we been rowing?" Pádraic responds as an answer to a question from his sister Siobhan (Kerry Condon). Of course, they are rowing. Pádraic just doesn't know it yet. And there comes a point when he becomes a willing participant in this war. And just like all wars, this one is startlingly violent.</p>

<p>Farrell, who I believe owes the resurgence to his Hollywood career to McDonagh, fills Pádraic's character like a shoe. He is incredible in the role, eminently watchable even when there are no words in the scene. The supporting cast, Gleeson, Condon, and Barry Keoghan (in a heartbreaking, moving role), are a match. Oh, and look out for Jenny the donkey!</p>

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For some, being remembered or leaving a legacy is important. Or it becomes so at a point in life when they can see their death in the near future. Looking back, they realise they haven't lived a life worth living, after all.

For some, being remembered or leaving a legacy is important. Or it becomes so at a point in life when they can see their death in the near future. Looking back, they realise they haven't lived a life worth living, after all. Being remembered, then, provides a sense of significance and purpose in life. Colm Doherty (Brendan Gleeson) from Martin McDonagh's beautifully elegiac and darkly comic film The Banshees of Inisherin is one such man. A folk musician inhabiting the Irish isle of Inisherin (fictional) in 1923, he suddenly decides he wants to leave the world with a momentous composition that the world will remember him by. Naturally, such decisions entail that one upgrades their company. And Doherty does to his closest friend Pádraic Súilleabháin (Colin Farrell) what today's kids would call ghosting. In his words, he "just don’t like you no more." Unable to comprehend what has happened to him, Súilleabháin, a simple (but not simple-minded), kind-hearted soul descends into melancholy after a couple of desperate attempts to restore the friendship. Nine nominations for The Banshees of Inisherin at Oscars 2023 In Oscars 2023, The Banshees of Inisherin, which has had a dream awards season run thus far, is nominated for Academy Awards in nine categories, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and so on. The film is a strong contender for Best Picture at the Oscars, having won a Golden Globe in Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy category. Does The Banshees of Inisherin deserve the Best Picture Oscar? Definitely. Save for Everything Everywhere All at Once, we struggle to think which other film among the 10 nominees deserves this trophy more. Also Read: Oscars 2023: Short documentaries explode as an art form, attracting big players like Netflix What makes The Banshees of Inisherin so special? "We haven’t been rowing. I don’t think we’ve been rowing. Have we been rowing?" Pádraic responds as an answer to a question from his sister Siobhan (Kerry Condon). Eventually, Doherty tires of Súilleabháin's attempts at reconciliation and gives him an ultimatum: he will chop the finger of his left hand every time Súilleabháin will try to strike up a conversation with him. And to Súilleabháin's disbelief, he proves true to his words. Things only get downhill from that point. The two are so different from each other that you begin to wonder how they became friends in the first place. In a scene set in the local pub, Súilleabháin confronts Doherty, who retorts to the former's claim that niceness is important. "Ah, well, I suppose niceness doesn't last then, does it, Padraic? But will I tell ya something that does last?" Súilleabháin, exasperated and inebriated, asks, "What? And don't say somethin' stupid like music." McDonagh, a playwright-turned-filmmaker, writes strong dialogue and I have found something to adore in each film of his. But The Banshees of Inisherin is easily his magnum opus. It is a quietly affecting meditation on kindness, friendship, conflict, and legacy that is both sad and funny, and often at the same time. Also Read: Oscars Awards 2023 Best Picture nominee: Can Avatar 2 win the trophy? The setting of the Irish Civil War is not accidental. The film is peppered with moments when the citizen of Inisherin stop to look at sounds and visuals of distant explosions on the mainland. War and interpersonal male conflict, the film posits, are really no different. Their reasons are as meaningless and as irrelevant after a point in time. "We haven’t been rowing. I don’t think we’ve been rowing. Have we been rowing?" Pádraic responds as an answer to a question from his sister Siobhan (Kerry Condon). Of course, they are rowing. Pádraic just doesn't know it yet. And there comes a point when he becomes a willing participant in this war. And just like all wars, this one is startlingly violent. Farrell, who I believe owes the resurgence to his Hollywood career to McDonagh, fills Pádraic's character like a shoe. He is incredible in the role, eminently watchable even when there are no words in the scene. The supporting cast, Gleeson, Condon, and Barry Keoghan (in a heartbreaking, moving role), are a match. Oh, and look out for Jenny the donkey! The Banshees of Inisherin is a precious and sad film. An understated masterpiece ' WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Oscars 2023: The Banshees of Inisherin is a dark, poignant meditation on futility of conflict

<p>When marine biologist Maxim Chakilev flings open the door of his ramshackle Siberian hut in the Oscar-nominated short documentary <em>Haulout </em>to find 100,000 honking and heaving walruses, the effect is breathtakingly cinematic. For almost two minutes, the screen is crowded with jostling animals, their guttural snorts filling the soundtrack and putting the viewer right in the middle of an astonishing natural spectacle. The scene, the centrepiece of a 25-minute film on how climate change affects the natural world, illustrates how short documentaries have exploded as an art form — and why big guns like The New Yorker and Netflix are getting involved.</p>

<p>"Video is a very powerful medium, and right now, this is how many people get their information about the world," Soo-Jeong Kang, executive director of programming and development at The New Yorker, told AFP.</p>

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<p>"Traditional media companies are increasingly recognising this as both a way to reach new audiences and as a profound storytelling platform."</p>

<p>The almost language-free <em>Haulout</em>, produced by brother-sister team Maxim Arbugaev and Evgenia Arbugaeva, who spent three months living in Chakilev's rudimentary hut, is exactly the kind of top-notch content that dovetails with The New Yorker's high-brow fiction and deep-dive reporting, Kang said.</p>

<p>"It's a pure cinematic experience, where you don't need a spoken word to know what that story is about... an extension of that intersection between art and great journalism."</p>

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<h2>Range</h2>

<p><em>Haulout </em>is competing for the Academy Award for best documentary short film against four other nominees, and the range of those contenders demonstrates the breadth of format audiences are increasingly embracing.</p>

<p>New Yorker stablemate <em>Stranger at the Gate</em> tells the story of a US military veteran whose tours have left him scarred by hate, but whose warm welcome at the mosque he had planned to blow up reconnects him to his humanity. Nobel peace laureate Malala Yousafzai is the short's executive producer.</p>

<p><em>How Do You Measure a Year?</em> splices together interviews that filmmaker Jay Rosenblatt conducted every year with his daughter between the ages of two and 18.</p>

<p>Netflix's<em> The Elephant Whisperers</em> is a joyous exploration of the love an Indian couple share for the baby animals in their charge.</p>

<p>The streamer's second nominee in the category is <em>The Martha Mitchell Effect</em>, a curation of archival footage about a woman on the fringes of the Watergate scandal.</p>

<p>The Netflix contenders are just two of the scores of documentaries available on its platform — some of which regularly feature as its most-watched offerings.</p>

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<h2>Democratisation</h2>

<p>Documentaries were dominated in past decades by the likes of Britain's publically funded BBC, or America's PBS -- both organisations that lean towards didacticism. But in recent years, the sector has shown its entertainment chops.</p>

<p>Netflix's <em>Making a Murderer</em> and HBO's <em>The Jinx</em> — real-life crime thrillers from 2015 — were instrumental in popularising the format for the streaming age.</p>

<p>And such fast-paced, watchable fare continues to come thick and fast -- well before a jury found a South Carolina lawyer guilty of killing his wife and son last week, Netflix said <em>Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal</em> was one of its most popular programmes.</p>

<p>But even the less-obviously digestible offerings are doing well, as important subject matter -- particularly around climate change and identity -- resonates with viewers.</p>

<p>The New Yorker says it gets nearly 11 million monthly video views across its YouTube channel and newyorker.com, with documentaries at the top of the list, both in terms of total views and average number of views per video.</p>

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When marine biologist Maxim Chakilev flings open the door of his ramshackle Siberian hut in the Oscar-nominated short documentary Haulout to find 100,000 honking and heaving walruses, the effect is breathtakingly cinematic.

When marine biologist Maxim Chakilev flings open the door of his ramshackle Siberian hut in the Oscar-nominated short documentary Haulout to find 100,000 honking and heaving walruses, the effect is breathtakingly cinematic. For almost two minutes, the screen is crowded with jostling animals, their guttural snorts filling the soundtrack and putting the viewer right in the middle of an astonishing natural spectacle. The scene, the centrepiece of a 25-minute film on how climate change affects the natural world, illustrates how short documentaries have exploded as an art form — and why big guns like The New Yorker and Netflix are getting involved. "Video is a very powerful medium, and right now, this is how many people get their information about the world," Soo-Jeong Kang, executive director of programming and development at The New Yorker, told AFP. Also Read: Priyanka Chopra is all praises for Oscar nominated documentary, The Elephant Whisperers "Traditional media companies are increasingly recognising this as both a way to reach new audiences and as a profound storytelling platform." The almost language-free Haulout, produced by brother-sister team Maxim Arbugaev and Evgenia Arbugaeva, who spent three months living in Chakilev's rudimentary hut, is exactly the kind of top-notch content that dovetails with The New Yorker's high-brow fiction and deep-dive reporting, Kang said. "It's a pure cinematic experience, where you don't need a spoken word to know what that story is about... an extension of that intersection between art and great journalism." Range Haulout is competing for the Academy Award for best documentary short film against four other nominees, and the range of those contenders demonstrates the breadth of format audiences are increasingly embracing. New Yorker stablemate Stranger at the Gate tells the story of a US military veteran whose tours have left him scarred by hate, but whose warm welcome at the mosque he had planned to blow up reconnects him to his humanity. Nobel peace laureate Malala Yousafzai is the short's executive producer. How Do You Measure a Year? splices together interviews that filmmaker Jay Rosenblatt conducted every year with his daughter between the ages of two and 18. Netflix's The Elephant Whisperers is a joyous exploration of the love an Indian couple share for the baby animals in their charge. The streamer's second nominee in the category is The Martha Mitchell Effect, a curation of archival footage about a woman on the fringes of the Watergate scandal. The Netflix contenders are just two of the scores of documentaries available on its platform — some of which regularly feature as its most-watched offerings. Democratisation Documentaries were dominated in past decades by the likes of Britain's publically funded BBC, or America's PBS -- both organisations that lean towards didacticism. But in recent years, the sector has shown its entertainment chops. Netflix's Making a Murderer and HBO's The Jinx — real-life crime thrillers from 2015 — were instrumental in popularising the format for the streaming age. And such fast-paced, watchable fare continues to come thick and fast -- well before a jury found a South Carolina lawyer guilty of killing his wife and son last week, Netflix said Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal was one of its most popular programmes. But even the less-obviously digestible offerings are doing well, as important subject matter -- particularly around climate change and identity -- resonates with viewers. The New Yorker says it gets nearly 11 million monthly video views across its YouTube channel and newyorker.com, with documentaries at the top of the list, both in terms of total views and average number of views per video. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Oscars 2023: The Academy doesn’t let you go empty-handed if you make it to the awards ceremony as a nominee. Every year, The Academy gives out these special gift bags worth thousands of dollars so that you don’t sulk if you win (or you sulk after getting a few thousand rich). Popularly called the “Everybody Wins” gift bag, this year’s Oscars goodie bag is worth a whopping six-figure&nbsp;and contains many luxurious products.</p>

<p><strong>Who gets the Oscars gift bag?</strong></p>

<p>The Oscar gift bags are given to nominees for Best Director, Best Actress, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Supporting Actress as well as the award’s three hosts. The three hosts for Oscars 2023 are Regina Hall, Wanda Sykes, and Amy Schumer.</p>

<p><strong>What all is in the Oscars gift bag?</strong></p>

<p>Some of the most luxurious gift items on the list include plots&nbsp;of land in Australia, luxury vacations to Italy and Canada, Art Lipo body sculpting, facial rejuvenation procedures from Dr. Konstantin Vasyukevich, and more lavish items.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Some other gifts include skincare products from Miage, luggage and flip-flops from Havaianas, hair restoration services from Bauman Medical, a silk pillowcase from Blush Silks, a travel pillow from PETA, as well as other beauty and lifestyle gifts from Ariadne Athens Skin Wellness, All Better Co., Bored Rebel, Daily Energy Cards, Effecti-cal, Kind Reason Co., KnowingLabs, Maison Construction, NaturGeeks, Rareté Studios, ReFa, Proflexa, Oxygenetix, THE FOOTCLOUD, Mahara Mindfulness, and The Millions-Billions-Trillions Brand.</p>

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<p>The Oscars 2023 gift bag is curated by the Los Angeles-based marketing company Distinctive Assets. The gift bags are not officially endorsed by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which organises the Oscars. The gift bags have been a tradition since 2001, and they have been criticised by some for their extravagant nature.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nominees will also receive a variety of food and beverage gifts from brands like Tranquini, Ysidro, Opopop, Good Girl Chocolate, Frontera Wines, CLIF, blanc par rouGe, Antigua Cruz Añejo Cristalino Tequila, and more.</p>

<p><strong>Where to watch the Oscars?</strong></p>

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Oscars 2023: The Academy doesn’t let you go empty-handed if you make it to the awards ceremony as a nominee. Every year, The Academy gives out these special gift bags worth thousands of dollars so that you don’t sulk if you win (or you sulk after getting a few thousand rich).

Oscars 2023: The Academy doesn’t let you go empty-handed if you make it to the awards ceremony as a nominee. Every year, The Academy gives out these special gift bags worth thousands of dollars so that you don’t sulk if you win (or you sulk after getting a few thousand rich). Popularly called the “Everybody Wins” gift bag, this year’s Oscars goodie bag is worth a whopping six-figure and contains many luxurious products. Who gets the Oscars gift bag? The Oscar gift bags are given to nominees for Best Director, Best Actress, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Supporting Actress as well as the award’s three hosts. The three hosts for Oscars 2023 are Regina Hall, Wanda Sykes, and Amy Schumer. What all is in the Oscars gift bag? Some of the most luxurious gift items on the list include plots of land in Australia, luxury vacations to Italy and Canada, Art Lipo body sculpting, facial rejuvenation procedures from Dr. Konstantin Vasyukevich, and more lavish items. Some other gifts include skincare products from Miage, luggage and flip-flops from Havaianas, hair restoration services from Bauman Medical, a silk pillowcase from Blush Silks, a travel pillow from PETA, as well as other beauty and lifestyle gifts from Ariadne Athens Skin Wellness, All Better Co., Bored Rebel, Daily Energy Cards, Effecti-cal, Kind Reason Co., KnowingLabs, Maison Construction, NaturGeeks, Rareté Studios, ReFa, Proflexa, Oxygenetix, THE FOOTCLOUD, Mahara Mindfulness, and The Millions-Billions-Trillions Brand. The Oscars 2023 gift bag is curated by the Los Angeles-based marketing company Distinctive Assets. The gift bags are not officially endorsed by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which organises the Oscars. The gift bags have been a tradition since 2001, and they have been criticised by some for their extravagant nature. Nominees will also receive a variety of food and beverage gifts from brands like Tranquini, Ysidro, Opopop, Good Girl Chocolate, Frontera Wines, CLIF, blanc par rouGe, Antigua Cruz Añejo Cristalino Tequila, and more. Where to watch the Oscars? Meanwhile, the Oscars 2023 ceremony is set to take place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The 95th Academy Awards will begin at 5:30 AM onwards on March 13, 2023. You can stream the event on Disney Plus Hotstar where the Oscars will stream live. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Oscars 2023: From a plot in Australia to Italian vacation; everything inside gift bag

<p>It is now a widely known fact that two-time Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett's performance in <em>Tár</em>&nbsp;is one of the finest that one has seen in 2022. Blanchett plays sociopath and music conductor extraordinaire Lydia Tar whose life falls apart as she begins to lose her grip on power and reality. Directed and produced by Todd Field, <em>Tár</em>&nbsp;has been a favourite this awards season and has clenched six nominations at the 95th Academy Awards including the Best Picture nod and Best Actress nomination for Blanchett.&nbsp;<br />
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The film has been a critics' favourite in 2022 and opened to rave reviews at the Venice Film Festival in September. <em>Tár&nbsp;</em>was selected Best Film of the Year by the New York Film Critics Circle, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, London Film Critics Circle, and the National Society of Film Critics, becoming only the fourth film in history named as such from the world's top critics' groups. It was named the year's best film by more critics than any other film released in 2022 which makes it perhaps the top contender for the Best Picture Oscar next week.&nbsp;<br />
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While Blanchett's work has been praised all across, <em>Tár</em> is also special because of the way it has been presented by director Todd Field who has been nominated in the Best Director category. Here's looking at why <em>Tár&nbsp;</em>deserved the Oscar in all the categories it has been nominated in.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Six Oscar nominations for <em>Tár</em></strong><br />
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While most have placed their bets on Cate Blanchett winning the Best Actress Oscar, the film also holds strong chances in Best Picture and Best Director categories. <em>Tár</em> has also been nominated in Original screenplay, cinematography and editing categories. Considering how the film has won critical acclaim the whole from critics, it does hold a strong chance of winning in writing and direction. Many have stated that filmmaker Todd Field has created a masterpiece with a detailed haunting plot which was enhanced manifold by Blanchett's performance.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Lifting cloud on dark days of cinema&nbsp;</strong><br />
<br />
When veteran filmmaker Martin Scorsese presented <em>Tár</em> the Best Feature award at the 2023 New York Film Critics Circle Awards, he stated that the film lifted the clouds on the “dark days” that cinema is currently facing. That's in a year, when Hollywood after two slow years thanks to the pandemic, witnessed commercial success as well as critically acclaimed films in the same year.&nbsp;<br />
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“The clouds lifted when I experienced Todd’s film, <em>Tár.&nbsp;</em>What you’ve done, Todd –– is that the very fabric of the movie you created doesn’t allow this. All the aspects of cinema and the film that you’ve used, attest to this. The shift in locations for example, the shift in locations alone do what cinema does best, which is to reduce space and time to what they are, which is nothing," Scorsese.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Nine-year Oscar prophecy to come true for Blanchett?</strong><br />
<br />
Cate Blanchett, who has won the Oscar twice before is one of the strongest contenders to win the Best Actress Oscar this year. There is an Oscar prophecy that states that Blanchett picks up an Oscar every nine years. She had won first won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for <em>Aviator </em>in 2004 and then the Best Actress award for B<em>lue Jasmine</em> in 2013. Blanchett faces competition from Michael Yeoh in this category, whose performance in <em>Everything Everywhere All At Once </em>has been raved far and wide in this award season.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
From playing the regal Elizabeth I to the menacing Hela, Blanchett is one of the most revered performers of her generation. Over the years, Blanchett has earned 8 Oscar nominations and is known to be a director's actor where makers always manage to bring the best out of her.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Her role in <em>Tár</em> is a complex one. She plays Lydia Tar, a lesbian music conductor who slowly starts losing grip of reality even as her personal life starts falling apart and her marriage is on the brink of a breakup.&nbsp;</p>


It is now a widely known fact that two-time Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett's performance in Tár is one of the finest that one has seen in 2022. Blanchett plays sociopath and music conductor extraordinaire Lydia Tar whose life falls apart as she begins to lose her grip on power and reality.

It is now a widely known fact that two-time Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett's performance in Tár is one of the finest that one has seen in 2022. Blanchett plays sociopath and music conductor extraordinaire Lydia Tar whose life falls apart as she begins to lose her grip on power and reality. Directed and produced by Todd Field, Tár has been a favourite this awards season and has clenched six nominations at the 95th Academy Awards including the Best Picture nod and Best Actress nomination for Blanchett. The film has been a critics' favourite in 2022 and opened to rave reviews at the Venice Film Festival in September. Tár was selected Best Film of the Year by the New York Film Critics Circle, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, London Film Critics Circle, and the National Society of Film Critics, becoming only the fourth film in history named as such from the world's top critics' groups. It was named the year's best film by more critics than any other film released in 2022 which makes it perhaps the top contender for the Best Picture Oscar next week. While Blanchett's work has been praised all across, Tár is also special because of the way it has been presented by director Todd Field who has been nominated in the Best Director category. Here's looking at why Tár deserved the Oscar in all the categories it has been nominated in. Six Oscar nominations for Tár While most have placed their bets on Cate Blanchett winning the Best Actress Oscar, the film also holds strong chances in Best Picture and Best Director categories. Tár has also been nominated in Original screenplay, cinematography and editing categories. Considering how the film has won critical acclaim the whole from critics, it does hold a strong chance of winning in writing and direction. Many have stated that filmmaker Todd Field has created a masterpiece with a detailed haunting plot which was enhanced manifold by Blanchett's performance. Lifting cloud on dark days of cinema When veteran filmmaker Martin Scorsese presented Tár the Best Feature award at the 2023 New York Film Critics Circle Awards, he stated that the film lifted the clouds on the “dark days” that cinema is currently facing. That's in a year, when Hollywood after two slow years thanks to the pandemic, witnessed commercial success as well as critically acclaimed films in the same year. “The clouds lifted when I experienced Todd’s film, Tár. What you’ve done, Todd –– is that the very fabric of the movie you created doesn’t allow this. All the aspects of cinema and the film that you’ve used, attest to this. The shift in locations for example, the shift in locations alone do what cinema does best, which is to reduce space and time to what they are, which is nothing," Scorsese. Nine-year Oscar prophecy to come true for Blanchett? Cate Blanchett, who has won the Oscar twice before is one of the strongest contenders to win the Best Actress Oscar this year. There is an Oscar prophecy that states that Blanchett picks up an Oscar every nine years. She had won first won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for Aviator in 2004 and then the Best Actress award for Blue Jasmine in 2013. Blanchett faces competition from Michael Yeoh in this category, whose performance in Everything Everywhere All At Once has been raved far and wide in this award season. From playing the regal Elizabeth I to the menacing Hela, Blanchett is one of the most revered performers of her generation. Over the years, Blanchett has earned 8 Oscar nominations and is known to be a director's actor where makers always manage to bring the best out of her. Her role in Tár is a complex one. She plays Lydia Tar, a lesbian music conductor who slowly starts losing grip of reality even as her personal life starts falling apart and her marriage is on the brink of a breakup.

Oscars 2023 Best Picture nominee: The brilliance of Tar is tough to overlook

<p><strong>Oscars Awards 2023, 6 days to go: </strong>The 95th Academy awards are just around the corner and the chatter around who will take home which award has already started.&nbsp;After two years of dry run thanks to COVID, the year 2022 was a treat&nbsp;for cinema lovers as we got a bunch of big releases - whether it was Tom Cruise's blockbuster film<em> Top Gun: Maverick,</em> James Cameron's<em> Avatar: The Way of Water </em>or<em>&nbsp;Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.</em><br />
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<em>Top Gun, Way of Water and Wakanda Forever</em> have earned millions at the box office and were lauded by the critics as well. &nbsp;All three films have scored Oscar nominations and are among the top contenders in different categories. &nbsp;<br />
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Other films that have garnered a lot of attention and praise&nbsp;this year are - Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert's <em>Everything Everywhere All at Once</em>&nbsp;starring Michelle Yeoh, Austin Butler's '<em>Elvis'</em>, Steven Spielberg's comeback film <em>The Fabelmans.</em><br />
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Yeoh starred in multiverse saga which is one of the most nominated films of this year with 11 nods. Following EEAAO, <em>The Banshees of Inisherin</em>&nbsp;is second with 9 nods.&nbsp;<br />
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The countdown has already started and it's the best time to watch this&nbsp;year's Oscar-nominated films before the main event that's taking place on March 12. In case you have missed the films at the theatres,&nbsp;&nbsp;don't worry as we have curated the list of nominated movies and where you can watch them.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Where to stream the Oscar 2023 nominated movies:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>Top Gun: Maverick:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>Streaming on: Amazon Prime</strong><br />
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<p>Nominated in six categories including Best Picture, Best International Feature Film, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Visual Effects, Best Original Score, Best Cinematography, Best Production Design, Best Makeup and Hair Styling, and Best Sound.<br />
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The highly acclaimed film was directed by Joseph Kosinski and&nbsp;is&nbsp;the sequel to the 1986 classic <em>Top Gun&nbsp;</em>and&nbsp;brings back&nbsp;Cruise in the role of Pete 'Maverick'&nbsp;Mitchell, who&nbsp;is&nbsp;now a test&nbsp;pilot&nbsp;and flight instructor.</p>

<p>Cast:&nbsp;Tom Cruise as&nbsp;Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Lewis Pullman, Monica Barbaro, Jay Ellis, Danny Ramirez, Greg Tarzan Davis with Ed Harris and Val Kilmer.<br />
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<strong>All Quiet on the Western Front:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Streaming on: Netflix</strong></p>

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<p>Nominated&nbsp;in&nbsp;nine&nbsp;categories&nbsp;including Best Picture,&nbsp;Best International Feature,&nbsp;Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Production Design, Visual Effects, Best Sound, Best makeup and hairstyling, Best Original Score.</p>

<p>The film is based on the&nbsp;1929 novel of the same name&nbsp;by&nbsp;Erich Maria Remarque and follows the story of a&nbsp;German soldier named Paul Bäumer, who joins the army in the hope of defending his nation against France. But, once he arrives on the ground, it's not what he has been&nbsp;thinking of all this while and turns out to be one of the most&nbsp;terrifying experiences of his life.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Cast:&nbsp;Felix Kammerer, Albrecht Schuch, Aaron Hilmer<br />
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<strong>Avatar The Way of Water:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Rent: Google play</strong></p>

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<p>Nominated&nbsp;in four categories including for Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Original Song, Best Sound, Best Film Editing, and Best Visual Effects.</p>

<p>James Cameron's<em> Avatar The Way of Water </em>arrived in the theatres in December and smashed all the box office records. The film takes us back into the world of Pandora and the life&nbsp;of Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), who is now a Na’vi and is living a happy life with his wife Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) and their children.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Black Panther: Wakanda Forever:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Streaming on: Disney Plus Hotstar</strong></p>

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<p>Nominated in&nbsp;five categories including&nbsp;Best Supporting Actress,&nbsp;Best Original Song,&nbsp;Best Makeup and Hairstyling,&nbsp;Best Costume Design,&nbsp;Best Visual Effects.&nbsp;<br />
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Ryan Coogler directed actioner takes us back into the world of Wakanda, where everyone is grieving after the death of their King T'Challa. The powerful ladies Letitia Wright, Angela Bassett, Lupita Nyong’o and Danai Gurira are doing everything possible to save their country from all the threats, and the new villain Thvillain Namor,&nbsp; and his underwater kingdom.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Everything Everywhere All at Once:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>Streaming on: Showtime</strong></p>

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<p>Nominated in 11 categories including Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Director,&nbsp;Best Supporting Actor,&nbsp;Best Supporting Actress,&nbsp;Best Original Screenplay,&nbsp;Best Original Score,&nbsp;Best Original Song,&nbsp;Best Costume Design,&nbsp;Best Film Editing.</p>

<p><em>Everything Everywhere All At Once</em> is one of the top contenders of this year's Oscars.&nbsp;The film follows the story of a&nbsp;Chinese immigrant woman Evelyn Quran Wang, played by&nbsp;Michelle Yeoh. She's going through a rough patch in her life, when she discovers the parallel universe&nbsp;and meets different versions of herself.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Elvis:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Streaming on: Amazon Prime</strong></p>

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<p>Nominated in eight categories&nbsp;including&nbsp;Best Picture,&nbsp;Best Actor,&nbsp;Best Sound,&nbsp;Best Production Design,&nbsp;Best Cinematography,&nbsp;Best Makeup and Hairstyling,&nbsp;Best Costume Design,&nbsp;Best Film Editing.</p>

<p>Baz Luhrmann's film tells the story of a rock'n'roll king&nbsp;'Elvis'&nbsp;through the perspective of his manager,&nbsp;Colonel Tom Parker.</p>


Oscars Awards 2023, 6 days to go: The 95th Academy awards are just around the corner and the chatter around who will take home which award has already started. After two years of dry run thanks to COVID, the year 2022 was a treat for cinema lovers as we got a bunch of big releases - whether it was Tom Cruise's blockbuster film Top Gun: Maverick, James Cameron's Avatar: The Way of Water or Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

Oscars Awards 2023, 6 days to go: The 95th Academy awards are just around the corner and the chatter around who will take home which award has already started. After two years of dry run thanks to COVID, the year 2022 was a treat for cinema lovers as we got a bunch of big releases - whether it was Tom Cruise's blockbuster film Top Gun: Maverick, James Cameron's Avatar: The Way of Water or Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Top Gun, Way of Water and Wakanda Forever have earned millions at the box office and were lauded by the critics as well. All three films have scored Oscar nominations and are among the top contenders in different categories. Other films that have garnered a lot of attention and praise this year are - Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert's Everything Everywhere All at Once starring Michelle Yeoh, Austin Butler's 'Elvis', Steven Spielberg's comeback film The Fabelmans. Yeoh starred in multiverse saga which is one of the most nominated films of this year with 11 nods. Following EEAAO, The Banshees of Inisherin is second with 9 nods. The countdown has already started and it's the best time to watch this year's Oscar-nominated films before the main event that's taking place on March 12. In case you have missed the films at the theatres, don't worry as we have curated the list of nominated movies and where you can watch them. Where to stream the Oscar 2023 nominated movies: Top Gun: Maverick: Streaming on: Amazon Prime Nominated in six categories including Best Picture, Best International Feature Film, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Visual Effects, Best Original Score, Best Cinematography, Best Production Design, Best Makeup and Hair Styling, and Best Sound. The highly acclaimed film was directed by Joseph Kosinski and is the sequel to the 1986 classic Top Gun and brings back Cruise in the role of Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell, who is now a test pilot and flight instructor. Cast: Tom Cruise as Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Lewis Pullman, Monica Barbaro, Jay Ellis, Danny Ramirez, Greg Tarzan Davis with Ed Harris and Val Kilmer. All Quiet on the Western Front: Streaming on: Netflix Nominated in nine categories including Best Picture, Best International Feature, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Production Design, Visual Effects, Best Sound, Best makeup and hairstyling, Best Original Score. The film is based on the 1929 novel of the same name by Erich Maria Remarque and follows the story of a German soldier named Paul Bäumer, who joins the army in the hope of defending his nation against France. But, once he arrives on the ground, it's not what he has been thinking of all this while and turns out to be one of the most terrifying experiences of his life. Cast: Felix Kammerer, Albrecht Schuch, Aaron Hilmer Avatar The Way of Water: Rent: Google play Nominated in four categories including for Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Original Song, Best Sound, Best Film Editing, and Best Visual Effects. James Cameron's Avatar The Way of Water arrived in the theatres in December and smashed all the box office records. The film takes us back into the world of Pandora and the life of Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), who is now a Na’vi and is living a happy life with his wife Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) and their children. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever: Streaming on: Disney Plus Hotstar Nominated in five categories including Best Supporting Actress, Best Original Song, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Best Costume Design, Best Visual Effects. Ryan Coogler directed actioner takes us back into the world of Wakanda, where everyone is grieving after the death of their King T'Challa. The powerful ladies Letitia Wright, Angela Bassett, Lupita Nyong’o and Danai Gurira are doing everything possible to save their country from all the threats, and the new villain Thvillain Namor, and his underwater kingdom. Everything Everywhere All at Once: Streaming on: Showtime Nominated in 11 categories including Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Director, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Original Screenplay, Best Original Score, Best Original Song, Best Costume Design, Best Film Editing. Everything Everywhere All At Once is one of the top contenders of this year's Oscars. The film follows the story of a Chinese immigrant woman Evelyn Quran Wang, played by Michelle Yeoh. She's going through a rough patch in her life, when she discovers the parallel universe and meets different versions of herself. Elvis: Streaming on: Amazon Prime Nominated in eight categories including Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Sound, Best Production Design, Best Cinematography, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Best Costume Design, Best Film Editing. Baz Luhrmann's film tells the story of a rock'n'roll king 'Elvis' through the perspective of his manager, Colonel Tom Parker.

Oscar Awards 2023, 6 days to go: Where to watch this year’s nominated movies online

<p>I hadn’t seen any film by the Daniels before I set my eyes upon<em> Everything Everywhere All at Once.</em> I resisted the urge to watch it because I am always suspicious of the initial hoopla that surrounds certain movies before they almost inevitably escape popular imagination. But with<em> Everything Everywhere All at Once </em>(<em>EEAAO</em> from now on), the hoopla only increased in volume until everybody was talking about this indie movie that was not indie anymore — in terms of box office numbers, that is. The film stars Michelle Yeoh as a harried Chinese immigrant woman called Evelyn Quran Wang whose overwrought life women in India and I imagine many other places in the world would empathise with. She lives with a fractious teenage daughter Joy Wang (Stephanie Hsu), and a meek husband Waymond Wang (Ke Huy Quan).&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Eleven Oscar nominations!</h2>

<p><em>Everything Everywhere All at Once</em> has 11 nominations, including the major categories like Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actor. The film will likely not do a <em>Return of the King</em> — the conclusion to Peter Jackson's <em>The Lord of the Rings </em>trilogy that clinched 11 trophies out of 11 nominations at the 76th Academy Awards. But if it wins in either of the three major categories, and it might likely win in two, it will end up with at least four or five trophies — not bad for a supposedly indie movie.</p>

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<h2>What made <em>Everything Everywhere All at Once</em> so special?</h2>

<p>Yeoh’s casting in&nbsp;<em>EEAAO</em> was both inspired and ridiculous, I thought. Inspired because, well, she has been a fantastic performer for decades now. And absurd because despite her drab clothing, she nevertheless managed to look luminous and did not really fit in with this working-class-unfashionable-woman part. It did, however, fit with the film’s increasingly absurdist tone.</p>

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<p>Evelyn runs a laundrette and is in trouble with the IRS. Her daughter wants her to accept her girlfriend who Evelyn refuses to see as anything but her friend. Her husband is trying to serve divorce papers to her, a preemptive attack before she can do that. And her formidable father (James Hong), against whose wishes she eloped with Waymond and came to America, is coming to visit her for the Lunar Year Party. Oh, and she has to regularly visit the IRS office and face the dead-eyed gaze of inspector Deirdre Beaubeirdre (a brilliantly bureaucratic Jamie Lee Curtis).</p>

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<p>In short, Evelyn’s life, it would seem, could not get any crazier. But it does. She is told by an alt-universe version of her husband, who possesses her universe’s Waymond using advanced technology from his universe, and tells her that her universe is just one among an infinite number of parallel universes, and that every life choice, no matter how small, creates a new reality, diverting the course of events significantly.</p>

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<p>The multiverse, says alt-Waymond, is in peril because of an evil entity called Jobu Tupaki, and Evelyn is the last hope of all living beings on earth. For Tupaki experiences every reality all at once, can manipulate matter, and has plans to erase every reality from existence.</p>

<p>At this point, you would think the film will turn into a race against time to save the multiverse from the supervillain. It is what most movies of this kind do, after all. But no. <em>EEAAO </em>is a lot smarter than that. It riffs on everything from <em>The Matrix</em> to <em>Ratatouille </em>to Hong Kong martial arts movies, and remains endlessly fresh and inventive. It embraces the gloriously bonkers side of the multiverse, exploring horizons most films delving into similar ideas can barely touch. The two hour and twenty minutes of screen time, which would usually be intimidating, zips past.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Michelle Yeoh gives a superb performance</h2>

<p>Yeoh is in almost every frame of the movie, and a good thing too. For she is indescribably good — portraying the pain, confusion, exhaustion, and other moods with a veteran's ease. Stephanie Hsu, who plays her daughter Joy, also impresses, sporting different, gonzo outfits in nearly every other scene to exhibit her queerness. Ke Huy Quan is endearing as a timid but kind husband, who, lacking the hand-to-hand combat skills of his alt-universe counterpart, relies on his determination and genial, inoffensive personality to disarm people and get things done. This is&nbsp;the mother of all comebacks.</p>

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<p>The themes, admittedly, are somewhat simplistic: generational divide, family values, acceptance, and nihilism. Nothing you have not seen before. But you would be an odd person if you actually pause to examine the thematic depth of this wonderful film. To paraphrase Stephen Fry's words about PG Wodehouse's novels, you do not analyse such sunlit perfection, you just bask in its splendour.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Everything Everywhere All At Once</em> is an absolute blast and should take the Best Picture Oscar.</p>

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I hadn’t seen any film by the Daniels before I set my eyes upon Everything Everywhere All at Once. I resisted the urge to watch it because I am always suspicious of the initial hoopla that surrounds certain movies before they almost inevitably escape popular imagination.

I hadn’t seen any film by the Daniels before I set my eyes upon Everything Everywhere All at Once. I resisted the urge to watch it because I am always suspicious of the initial hoopla that surrounds certain movies before they almost inevitably escape popular imagination. But with Everything Everywhere All at Once (EEAAO from now on), the hoopla only increased in volume until everybody was talking about this indie movie that was not indie anymore — in terms of box office numbers, that is. The film stars Michelle Yeoh as a harried Chinese immigrant woman called Evelyn Quran Wang whose overwrought life women in India and I imagine many other places in the world would empathise with. She lives with a fractious teenage daughter Joy Wang (Stephanie Hsu), and a meek husband Waymond Wang (Ke Huy Quan). Eleven Oscar nominations! Everything Everywhere All at Once has 11 nominations, including the major categories like Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actor. The film will likely not do a Return of the King — the conclusion to Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy that clinched 11 trophies out of 11 nominations at the 76th Academy Awards. But if it wins in either of the three major categories, and it might likely win in two, it will end up with at least four or five trophies — not bad for a supposedly indie movie. Also Read: Everything Everywhere All At Once movie review: This Michelle Yeoh-starrer is a cinematic miracle What made Everything Everywhere All at Once so special? Yeoh’s casting in EEAAO was both inspired and ridiculous, I thought. Inspired because, well, she has been a fantastic performer for decades now. And absurd because despite her drab clothing, she nevertheless managed to look luminous and did not really fit in with this working-class-unfashionable-woman part. It did, however, fit with the film’s increasingly absurdist tone. Also Read: Oscars Awards 2023 Best Picture nominee: Can Avatar 2 win the trophy? Evelyn runs a laundrette and is in trouble with the IRS. Her daughter wants her to accept her girlfriend who Evelyn refuses to see as anything but her friend. Her husband is trying to serve divorce papers to her, a preemptive attack before she can do that. And her formidable father (James Hong), against whose wishes she eloped with Waymond and came to America, is coming to visit her for the Lunar Year Party. Oh, and she has to regularly visit the IRS office and face the dead-eyed gaze of inspector Deirdre Beaubeirdre (a brilliantly bureaucratic Jamie Lee Curtis). In short, Evelyn’s life, it would seem, could not get any crazier. But it does. She is told by an alt-universe version of her husband, who possesses her universe’s Waymond using advanced technology from his universe, and tells her that her universe is just one among an infinite number of parallel universes, and that every life choice, no matter how small, creates a new reality, diverting the course of events significantly. Also Read: Oscars 2023 Best Picture nominee: Will Baz Luhrmann's unconventional biopic Elvis create history? The multiverse, says alt-Waymond, is in peril because of an evil entity called Jobu Tupaki, and Evelyn is the last hope of all living beings on earth. For Tupaki experiences every reality all at once, can manipulate matter, and has plans to erase every reality from existence. At this point, you would think the film will turn into a race against time to save the multiverse from the supervillain. It is what most movies of this kind do, after all. But no. EEAAO is a lot smarter than that. It riffs on everything from The Matrix to Ratatouille to Hong Kong martial arts movies, and remains endlessly fresh and inventive. It embraces the gloriously bonkers side of the multiverse, exploring horizons most films delving into similar ideas can barely touch. The two hour and twenty minutes of screen time, which would usually be intimidating, zips past. Michelle Yeoh gives a superb performance Yeoh is in almost every frame of the movie, and a good thing too. For she is indescribably good — portraying the pain, confusion, exhaustion, and other moods with a veteran's ease. Stephanie Hsu, who plays her daughter Joy, also impresses, sporting different, gonzo outfits in nearly every other scene to exhibit her queerness. Ke Huy Quan is endearing as a timid but kind husband, who, lacking the hand-to-hand combat skills of his alt-universe counterpart, relies on his determination and genial, inoffensive personality to disarm people and get things done. This is the mother of all comebacks. Also Read: Oscars Awards 2023 Best Picture nominee: What made Top Gun: Maverick a favourite with the jury? The themes, admittedly, are somewhat simplistic: generational divide, family values, acceptance, and nihilism. Nothing you have not seen before. But you would be an odd person if you actually pause to examine the thematic depth of this wonderful film. To paraphrase Stephen Fry's words about PG Wodehouse's novels, you do not analyse such sunlit perfection, you just bask in its splendour. Everything Everywhere All At Once is an absolute blast and should take the Best Picture Oscar. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Oscars 2023 Best Picture: Why Everything Everywhere All at Once should win

<p>Surprising everyone except those who have closely followed the career of James Cameron, <em>Avatar: The Way of Water</em> broke pretty much every box office record. The director once again proved that he is not, not ever, to be underestimated. The film started off just fine, numbers-wise, but its December release meant it was consistent and had long legs. It was more of a tortoise, but once as fast as a hare. At the time of writing this, it has grossed $2.26 billion, and has become the third-highest-grossing movie of all time in terms of worldwide box office figures. A sequel to 2009's <em>Avatar, The Way of Water </em>continued the story of the Sully family and pitted them against an old enemy in new, er, Avatar.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Four Oscar nominations</h2>

<p>In the Oscars 2023, <em>Avatar: The Way of Water</em> has scored four nominations, including the Best Picture category. Other nominations are technical, and include Best Sound, Best Production Design, and Best Visual Effects. Let's talk about the Best Picture possibility of the Cameron movie.</p>

<h2>Is <em>Avatar: The Way of Water</em> a great movie?</h2>

<p>It kind of is. Cameron is one of the finest, if a little temperamental, makers of blockbusters around today. Few, if any, can match up to his ability to craft exciting action and stunning and imaginative visuals. With the <em>Avatar </em>franchise, he ventured into conceptualising and creating an entirely new alien world (or moon, if you are being pedantic) with its own flora, fauna, ecology, atmosphere, and so on. Not only everything was rendered in mind-boggling detail, despite all the bright colours and fantasy-like feel, it was authentic — after a fashion. It really did seem as though Pandora exists somewhere in the outer reaches of the galaxy (okay, it is meant to exist in the Alpha Centauri System, which is actually the closest star system to our solar system).</p>

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<p><em>The Way of Water </em>was only better. Everything was more lifelike, more detailed, and prettier. A lot of the film was set underwater, and Cameron once again showed mastery over envisaging fictitious and yet somehow tangibly real life forms.</p>

<p>It will take your breath away. Everything is gorgeous in a cinematic, dynamic way. It sounds weird when I say this, but despite being so beautiful, the film managed to be subtle. The visual elements seamlessly blended into one other, and the film encouraged one to forget everything one is looking at was created in computers. In a few shots, particularly in the water, it is certain Cameron was showing off. And indeed my jaw was hanging slack, wondering how in the world he did it.</p>

<h2>Will <em>Avatar: The Way of Water</em> win the Best Picture Oscar?</h2>

<p>That is the big question. My guess is no. Sure, the Academy might pull off a surprise, and not every movie that gets an Oscar is deserving or indeed worth watching. But it is likely that <em>The Way of Water</em> will not win an Oscar. The reason is, with all its splendour and eye candy, <em>The Way of Water</em>'s story is strictly serviceable. The director has never been an impressive deviser of complex, gripping plots and characters beyond surface level. He does have the uncanny ability to build exciting narratives around action set pieces, and <em>The Way of Water </em>is no exception. <em>The Way of Water</em>&nbsp;is, in effect, a typical Cameron movie with all its glories and downfalls. It all comes across as something we have seen before, and done much better.</p>

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<p>Even the themes are pretty much the same, as sweeping and simplistic as before. Just like <em>Avatar</em>, none too delicately, hammered home the point that we should protect our forests, <em>The Way of Water</em> brings our attention to the oceans. New creatures in the film include over-friendly whale-like mammals called tulkun, and naturally, there are whalers extracting from their blubber the Pandora equivalent of whale oil, Amrita. Similar to the nectar in Hindu mythology that is supposed to make its consumer immortal, Amrita stops aging.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yes, the natural world and the equilibrium in fragile ecosystems are worth preserving. And yes, many indigenous populations have a strong connection to the flora and fauna in the regions they inhabit. Oh, and technology can often be dangerous. But we knew that already, Cameron. Say something new!</p>

<p>I jest, but only a little. <em>The Way of Water</em> is certainly worth watching once in the theatre in 3D. It is, I would say, a quintessential movie-viewing experience, and will wow you with its beauty. And yet, once you get out of it, the simplistic story rears its ugly head.</p>

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Surprising everyone except those who have closely followed the career of James Cameron, Avatar: The Way of Water broke pretty much every box office record. The director once again proved that he is not, not ever, to be underestimated.

Surprising everyone except those who have closely followed the career of James Cameron, Avatar: The Way of Water broke pretty much every box office record. The director once again proved that he is not, not ever, to be underestimated. The film started off just fine, numbers-wise, but its December release meant it was consistent and had long legs. It was more of a tortoise, but once as fast as a hare. At the time of writing this, it has grossed $2.26 billion, and has become the third-highest-grossing movie of all time in terms of worldwide box office figures. A sequel to 2009's Avatar, The Way of Water continued the story of the Sully family and pitted them against an old enemy in new, er, Avatar. Also Read: Oscars 2023 Best Picture nominee: Will Baz Luhrmann's unconventional biopic Elvis create history? Four Oscar nominations In the Oscars 2023, Avatar: The Way of Water has scored four nominations, including the Best Picture category. Other nominations are technical, and include Best Sound, Best Production Design, and Best Visual Effects. Let's talk about the Best Picture possibility of the Cameron movie. Is Avatar: The Way of Water a great movie? It kind of is. Cameron is one of the finest, if a little temperamental, makers of blockbusters around today. Few, if any, can match up to his ability to craft exciting action and stunning and imaginative visuals. With the Avatar franchise, he ventured into conceptualising and creating an entirely new alien world (or moon, if you are being pedantic) with its own flora, fauna, ecology, atmosphere, and so on. Not only everything was rendered in mind-boggling detail, despite all the bright colours and fantasy-like feel, it was authentic — after a fashion. It really did seem as though Pandora exists somewhere in the outer reaches of the galaxy (okay, it is meant to exist in the Alpha Centauri System, which is actually the closest star system to our solar system). The Way of Water was only better. Everything was more lifelike, more detailed, and prettier. A lot of the film was set underwater, and Cameron once again showed mastery over envisaging fictitious and yet somehow tangibly real life forms. It will take your breath away. Everything is gorgeous in a cinematic, dynamic way. It sounds weird when I say this, but despite being so beautiful, the film managed to be subtle. The visual elements seamlessly blended into one other, and the film encouraged one to forget everything one is looking at was created in computers. In a few shots, particularly in the water, it is certain Cameron was showing off. And indeed my jaw was hanging slack, wondering how in the world he did it. Will Avatar: The Way of Water win the Best Picture Oscar? That is the big question. My guess is no. Sure, the Academy might pull off a surprise, and not every movie that gets an Oscar is deserving or indeed worth watching. But it is likely that The Way of Water will not win an Oscar. The reason is, with all its splendour and eye candy, The Way of Water's story is strictly serviceable. The director has never been an impressive deviser of complex, gripping plots and characters beyond surface level. He does have the uncanny ability to build exciting narratives around action set pieces, and The Way of Water is no exception. The Way of Water is, in effect, a typical Cameron movie with all its glories and downfalls. It all comes across as something we have seen before, and done much better. Also Read: Oscars Awards 2023 Best Picture nominee: What made Top Gun: Maverick a favourite with the jury? Even the themes are pretty much the same, as sweeping and simplistic as before. Just like Avatar, none too delicately, hammered home the point that we should protect our forests, The Way of Water brings our attention to the oceans. New creatures in the film include over-friendly whale-like mammals called tulkun, and naturally, there are whalers extracting from their blubber the Pandora equivalent of whale oil, Amrita. Similar to the nectar in Hindu mythology that is supposed to make its consumer immortal, Amrita stops aging. Yes, the natural world and the equilibrium in fragile ecosystems are worth preserving. And yes, many indigenous populations have a strong connection to the flora and fauna in the regions they inhabit. Oh, and technology can often be dangerous. But we knew that already, Cameron. Say something new! I jest, but only a little. The Way of Water is certainly worth watching once in the theatre in 3D. It is, I would say, a quintessential movie-viewing experience, and will wow you with its beauty. And yet, once you get out of it, the simplistic story rears its ugly head. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Oscars Awards 2023 Best Picture nominee: Can Avatar 2 win the trophy?

<p>Those who have closely followed the Oscar awards for years, and understand the pattern of the show, would know that the Academy has always got a soft spot for biopics. Actors who have portrayed real-life characters on screen have also been acknowledged with the best actor trophy in most instances. And so, it doesn't come as a surprise that Baz Luhrmann's <em>Elvis </em>has clinched 8 nominations at the Oscars 2023 which includes the best picture and the best actor nods. Even though its a well-known fact that the Academy always has preferred biopics, one can't ignore the fact that <em>Elvis </em>has rightfully earned its spot in several categories by the sheer brilliance of the plot, its implementation on screen, Luhrman's vision, and lead actor Austin Butler's stupendous performance as King of Rock and Roll Elvis Presley.<br />
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Baz Lhurmann's <em>Elvis, </em>although, many would argue, is not the conventional biopic on the legendary artist. It mostly highlights the troubled, complicated, and sometimes toxic relationship that Presley shared with his manager Colonel Tom Parker (played by Tom Hanks on screen). Uncle Tom, as he was famously known, often felt he built the enigma around Elvis Presley the star, ignoring Presley's rightful place under the sun thanks to his sheer talent.<br />
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While the film has mostly earned nominations in styling, makeup, and other technical aspects, the film's Best Picture and best actor nomination is an important indication of how good the film was. But will it clench the Best Picture nomination? Let's find out.<br />
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<strong>8 Oscar nominations for <em>Elvis</em></strong><br />
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Baz Luhrmann's film on Elvis Presley secured 8 nominations at the 95th Academy Awards. Apart from the obvious best picture and best actor nods, the film has fetched nominations in categories of Cinematography; Film Editing; Sound; Makeup and Hairstyling; Production Design; and Costume Design. Luhrmann, who is known for elaborate costume dramas and musicals, leaves no stone unturned to create the era of 1950s and 1960s in <em>Elvis</em> when the world was gripped by Presley's mystical charm. And how marvelously it worked in the film. In both Costume Design and Makeup and Hairstyling departments it stands a strong chance but it faces strong competition from <em>Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.&nbsp;</em><br />
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<strong>Is Austin Butler, a clear winner?</strong></p>

<p>While critics had middling reviews about the film at large, their opinion has been unanimously positive for the film's lead character Austin Butler who stunned everyone with his performance at the pop legend. Butler may not look like Elvis Presley but his mannerisms were so accurately copied by the actor making it a convincing act.<br />
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Butler changed his voice, and mannerisms and played the whimsical, sometimes misunderstood, but truly the greatest singer with utmost honesty which reflected on screen.<br />
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Butler and Brendan Fraser ( for his role in <em>The Whale</em>) are the strong contenders in this category and it can swing either way.</p>

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<strong>Unconventional biopic</strong></p>

<p>A lot of the story- that focusses on Uncle Tom and Presley's complicated relationship through the singer's career, is widely dramatised, typically in Luhrmann's exaggerated screenplay. Many critics have argued that while performances by the two men- Butler and Hanks- is par excellence, the treatment and story are somewhat dramatised to suit Luhrmann's style of cinema. It also focusses on the relationship of two characters which is unlikely in biopics where usually the focus lies solely on one person- the lead protagonist. The film also masterfully highlights the constant tussle between art and the business behind it - which purists feel corrupt any artist.&nbsp;</p>

<p>WION's review of <em>Elvis</em> states, "The film also wins because of the fluidity that the filmmaker maintains in narrating the film with scenes transitioning in a musical format almost. The narrative keeps going back and forth, yet it never slips because of its effective storyline.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For die-hard fans of the King of rock and roll, the story of <em>Elvis</em> is perhaps not new. But the film's release is timely for a generation who have perhaps heard of the musician and some of his songs but wouldn't know the hysteria that he created in his heyday." <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-elvis-review-austen-butler-and-tom-hanks-shine-in-a-fitting-biopic-on-the-king-of-rock-and-roll-491420">Read full review here</a></p>

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Those who have closely followed the Oscar awards for years, and understand the pattern of the show, would know that the Academy has always got a soft spot for biopics.

Those who have closely followed the Oscar awards for years, and understand the pattern of the show, would know that the Academy has always got a soft spot for biopics. Actors who have portrayed real-life characters on screen have also been acknowledged with the best actor trophy in most instances. And so, it doesn't come as a surprise that Baz Luhrmann's Elvis has clinched 8 nominations at the Oscars 2023 which includes the best picture and the best actor nods. Even though its a well-known fact that the Academy always has preferred biopics, one can't ignore the fact that Elvis has rightfully earned its spot in several categories by the sheer brilliance of the plot, its implementation on screen, Luhrman's vision, and lead actor Austin Butler's stupendous performance as King of Rock and Roll Elvis Presley. Baz Lhurmann's Elvis, although, many would argue, is not the conventional biopic on the legendary artist. It mostly highlights the troubled, complicated, and sometimes toxic relationship that Presley shared with his manager Colonel Tom Parker (played by Tom Hanks on screen). Uncle Tom, as he was famously known, often felt he built the enigma around Elvis Presley the star, ignoring Presley's rightful place under the sun thanks to his sheer talent. While the film has mostly earned nominations in styling, makeup, and other technical aspects, the film's Best Picture and best actor nomination is an important indication of how good the film was. But will it clench the Best Picture nomination? Let's find out. 8 Oscar nominations for Elvis Baz Luhrmann's film on Elvis Presley secured 8 nominations at the 95th Academy Awards. Apart from the obvious best picture and best actor nods, the film has fetched nominations in categories of Cinematography; Film Editing; Sound; Makeup and Hairstyling; Production Design; and Costume Design. Luhrmann, who is known for elaborate costume dramas and musicals, leaves no stone unturned to create the era of 1950s and 1960s in Elvis when the world was gripped by Presley's mystical charm. And how marvelously it worked in the film. In both Costume Design and Makeup and Hairstyling departments it stands a strong chance but it faces strong competition from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Is Austin Butler, a clear winner? While critics had middling reviews about the film at large, their opinion has been unanimously positive for the film's lead character Austin Butler who stunned everyone with his performance at the pop legend. Butler may not look like Elvis Presley but his mannerisms were so accurately copied by the actor making it a convincing act. Butler changed his voice, and mannerisms and played the whimsical, sometimes misunderstood, but truly the greatest singer with utmost honesty which reflected on screen. Butler and Brendan Fraser ( for his role in The Whale) are the strong contenders in this category and it can swing either way. Unconventional biopic A lot of the story- that focusses on Uncle Tom and Presley's complicated relationship through the singer's career, is widely dramatised, typically in Luhrmann's exaggerated screenplay. Many critics have argued that while performances by the two men- Butler and Hanks- is par excellence, the treatment and story are somewhat dramatised to suit Luhrmann's style of cinema. It also focusses on the relationship of two characters which is unlikely in biopics where usually the focus lies solely on one person- the lead protagonist. The film also masterfully highlights the constant tussle between art and the business behind it - which purists feel corrupt any artist. WION's review of Elvis states, "The film also wins because of the fluidity that the filmmaker maintains in narrating the film with scenes transitioning in a musical format almost. The narrative keeps going back and forth, yet it never slips because of its effective storyline. For die-hard fans of the King of rock and roll, the story of Elvis is perhaps not new. But the film's release is timely for a generation who have perhaps heard of the musician and some of his songs but wouldn't know the hysteria that he created in his heyday." Read full review here

Oscars 2023 Best Picture nominee: Will Baz Luhrmann's unconventional  biopic Elvis create history?

<p><strong>Oscars Awards 2023:</strong> This is not a drill! Indian star Deepika Padukone has been announced as a presenter at the upcoming Oscar awards 2023. The academy announced its first set of presenters for the forthcoming awards which is scheduled to take place in Hollywood on March 12.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Deepika Padukone, Emily Blunt, Glenn Close, and Jennifer Connelly are some of the names that the Academy announced on Thursday as presenters at the award ceremony. Samuel L Jackson, Dwayne Johnson, Michael B. Jordan, Janelle Monáe, Zoe Saldana,&nbsp;Riz Ahmed, Melissa McCarthy have also been named as presenters for the awards. The 95th Oscars will air live on ABC on Sunday, March 12, 2023. In India, the ceremony will be aired on March 13 early morning.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-oscars-awards-2023-best-picture-nominee-what-made-top-gun-maverick-a-favourite-with-the-jury-567649">Oscars Awards 2023 Best Picture nominee: What made Top Gun: Maverick a favourite with the jury?</a></strong></p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-deepika-padukone-gets-brutally-trolled-for-monochrome-airport-look-see-pics-561450"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Deepika Padukone gets brutally trolled for monochrome airport look; see pics</strong></a></p>

<p>Deepika took to social media to share the announcement. She captioned the post simply as "#Oscars&nbsp;#Oscars95."</p>

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<h2><strong>The Indian representation at the Oscars 2023</strong></h2>

<p>Three Indian films have been nominated in various categories at the 95th Academy Awards. <em>RRR</em>'s smash hit song "Naatu Naatu" has scored a nomination in the Best Song category. In the Best Documentary category, Shaunak Sen's film <em>All That Breathes</em> has secured a nomination. While Guneet Monga produced <em>The Elephant Whisperer </em>has been nominated in the Best Documentary Short category.</p>

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<p>Just two days ago, it was announced that the song "Naatu Naatu"<em> </em>will be performed live at the Oscars. Singers Rahul Pipligunj and Kala Bhairava will be performing the song at the Oscars.</p>

<p>SS Rajamouli, Ram Charan, and MM Keeravani are expected to attend&nbsp;the&nbsp;ceremony.</p>

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Oscars Awards 2023: This is not a drill! Indian star Deepika Padukone has been announced as a presenter at the upcoming Oscar awards 2023. The academy announced its first set of presenters for the forthcoming awards which is scheduled to take place in Hollywood on March 12.

Oscars Awards 2023: This is not a drill! Indian star Deepika Padukone has been announced as a presenter at the upcoming Oscar awards 2023. The academy announced its first set of presenters for the forthcoming awards which is scheduled to take place in Hollywood on March 12. Deepika Padukone, Emily Blunt, Glenn Close, and Jennifer Connelly are some of the names that the Academy announced on Thursday as presenters at the award ceremony. Samuel L Jackson, Dwayne Johnson, Michael B. Jordan, Janelle Monáe, Zoe Saldana, Riz Ahmed, Melissa McCarthy have also been named as presenters for the awards. The 95th Oscars will air live on ABC on Sunday, March 12, 2023. In India, the ceremony will be aired on March 13 early morning. Oscars Awards 2023 Best Picture nominee: What made Top Gun: Maverick a favourite with the jury? Also read | Deepika Padukone gets brutally trolled for monochrome airport look; see pics Deepika took to social media to share the announcement. She captioned the post simply as "#Oscars #Oscars95." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Deepika Padukone (@deepikapadukone) × The Indian representation at the Oscars 2023 Three Indian films have been nominated in various categories at the 95th Academy Awards. RRR's smash hit song "Naatu Naatu" has scored a nomination in the Best Song category. In the Best Documentary category, Shaunak Sen's film All That Breathes has secured a nomination. While Guneet Monga produced The Elephant Whisperer has been nominated in the Best Documentary Short category. Also read | Deepika Padukone stuns in white maxi dress worth $400 for her latest airport outing with Ranveer Singh Just two days ago, it was announced that the song "Naatu Naatu" will be performed live at the Oscars. Singers Rahul Pipligunj and Kala Bhairava will be performing the song at the Oscars. SS Rajamouli, Ram Charan, and MM Keeravani are expected to attend the ceremony. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>The year 2022 saw sequels of several hit franchises, but no film created a defining impact as much as T<em>op Gun: Maverick</em> did on viewers, critics, and the box office. The film 'saved' Hollywood, as Steven Spielberg rightly said, and provided a wholesome experience for viewers who were craving a quintessential Hollywood actioner in a space overcrowded by superheroes and live-action films in the post-pandemic era. &nbsp;The film's success also reiterated the fact that Tom Cruise the true blue superstar, who knows how to make a defining comeback. The film has earned six nominations at the upcoming Oscars, which may have come as a surprise to a lot of conventional cine lovers but most feel it was well earned.&nbsp;<br />
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<em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> is one of those rare films that earned critical praise as well as box office success. In the post-pandemic world, the film managed to create history at the box office. <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> grossed $718.7 million in the United States and Canada, and $770 million in other territories, with a worldwide total of $1.489 billion! Its often believed that commercial hit films seldom make their way to the Oscar nomination list yet <em>Top Gun: Maverick </em>is a rare film that has fetched technical nominations and even earned a spot in the Best Picture category.&nbsp;<br />
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With just days left for Oscar Awards 2023, here's a look back at Best Picture nominee <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> and why it is worthy of the Academy's acknowledgment.&nbsp;<br />
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<h2>Six nominations at Oscars</h2>

<p>Produced by Tom Cruise and Jerry Bruckheimer, <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> has been directed by Joseph Kosinski. The film's technical competency has been widely lauded ever since the first trailer dropped in early 2022. And rightly so! Because in an age of high-end VFX, most of the stunts in the film were performed by actors which gave the film a sense of realism like never before. The film does use VFX of course, but it was so well blended in the scenes that it felt realistic. As so a nod in the Best VFX category was justified. It also earned nominations in Best Film Editing, Best Sound, and Best Original Song for Lady Gaga's rendition of<em> Hold My Hand.&nbsp;</em><br />
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The film also fetched a nomination in the Best Adapted Screenplay category. While many would argue that the Best Picture nomination for the film is rather generous on the Academy's part, we think it rightfully earned a position in the coveted category for its technical finesse. A film works not only for its performance and story but also for how well it's put together. <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em>, in that sense, ticked all the boxes.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>The defining impact of the characters</h2>

<p>Who does not like an underdog story? And one has Tom Cruise, playing the underdog, you end up rooting for him more than you are willing to, right? The film had Cruise reprising his role as Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell, coming back to train US Navy pilots in Top Gun school, and being ridden by guilt of an incident that happened decades back. Somehow, the idea of Cruise playing the guild-ridden father figure to a bunch of talented pilots and the same man romancing Jennifer Connelly the old-school way really worked for the audience at large.&nbsp;<br />
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While the film focussed mostly on Tom Cruise, as Pete Maverick Mitchell, it also gave us new characters to root for. From Miles Teller who played Bradley 'Rooster' Bradshaw, to Jennifer Connelly as Penny Benjamin to Glen Powell as Jake 'Hangman' Seresin, every character found a separate fan base among viewers. And who can forget the special cameo of Val Kilmer, which was truly special in more ways than one.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/wion-exclusive-conversation-with-the-cast-of-top-gun-maverick-482797">WION exclusive conversation with the cast of <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em></a></strong><br />
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<em>Top Gun: Maverick </em>also served as a textbook example of how to make sequels. The film took a leaf from the original story and weaved a story around it that resonated with all age groups. <em>Top Gun: Maverick's </em>new and returning characters were heartfelt and wonderfully written.</p>

<p>WION's review of the film termed it as a summer blockbuster. "There's very little that goes against the film, really. <em>Top Gun: Maverick&nbsp;</em>is your typical summer blockbuster. It has got a bit of everything- action, romance, comedy and thrilling fighter planes. For those who grew up watching and loving Tom Cruise and his films, it's a perfect post-pandemic gift from one of Hollywood's biggest stars." <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-top-gun-maverick-review-joe-kosinskis-film-presents-tom-cruise-in-his-full-glory-482049"><strong>Read full review here</strong></a></p>

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<h2>Tom Cruise's fourth Oscar nomination&nbsp;</h2>

<p>In a career spanning nearly four decades, Cruise has only earned an Oscar nomination three times before- all for his acting. Cruise earned nominations for Born on the Fourth of July (1989), Jerry Maguire (1996), and Magnolia (1999). This is the first time that the actor has been nominated in the capacity of a producer as<em> Top Gun: Maverick</em> has earned a Best Picture nomination.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-exclusive-tom-cruise-can-do-everybodys-job-he-is-terrific-says-top-gun-maverick-producer-481890">Exclusive! Tom Cruise can do everybody's job, he is terrific, says 'Top Gun: Maverick' producer&nbsp;</a></strong></p>

<h2>Does it stand a chance to win an Oscar?</h2>

<p>While <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> has been nominated in the Best Picture category, it is unlikely that it will win it. It is, after all, competing with award-season favourites like Everything Everywhere All At Once, The Banshees of Inisherin, and The Fabelmans. It will also lose out to Avatar: The Way Of Water in the Best VFX category. &nbsp;But trade pundits feel that the film might just win in the Best Editing category.&nbsp;</p>

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The year 2022 saw sequels of several hit franchises, but no film created a defining impact as much as Top Gun: Maverick did on viewers, critics, and the box office.

The year 2022 saw sequels of several hit franchises, but no film created a defining impact as much as Top Gun: Maverick did on viewers, critics, and the box office. The film 'saved' Hollywood, as Steven Spielberg rightly said, and provided a wholesome experience for viewers who were craving a quintessential Hollywood actioner in a space overcrowded by superheroes and live-action films in the post-pandemic era. The film's success also reiterated the fact that Tom Cruise the true blue superstar, who knows how to make a defining comeback. The film has earned six nominations at the upcoming Oscars, which may have come as a surprise to a lot of conventional cine lovers but most feel it was well earned. Top Gun: Maverick is one of those rare films that earned critical praise as well as box office success. In the post-pandemic world, the film managed to create history at the box office. Top Gun: Maverick grossed $718.7 million in the United States and Canada, and $770 million in other territories, with a worldwide total of $1.489 billion! Its often believed that commercial hit films seldom make their way to the Oscar nomination list yet Top Gun: Maverick is a rare film that has fetched technical nominations and even earned a spot in the Best Picture category. With just days left for Oscar Awards 2023, here's a look back at Best Picture nominee Top Gun: Maverick and why it is worthy of the Academy's acknowledgment. Six nominations at Oscars Produced by Tom Cruise and Jerry Bruckheimer, Top Gun: Maverick has been directed by Joseph Kosinski. The film's technical competency has been widely lauded ever since the first trailer dropped in early 2022. And rightly so! Because in an age of high-end VFX, most of the stunts in the film were performed by actors which gave the film a sense of realism like never before. The film does use VFX of course, but it was so well blended in the scenes that it felt realistic. As so a nod in the Best VFX category was justified. It also earned nominations in Best Film Editing, Best Sound, and Best Original Song for Lady Gaga's rendition of Hold My Hand. The film also fetched a nomination in the Best Adapted Screenplay category. While many would argue that the Best Picture nomination for the film is rather generous on the Academy's part, we think it rightfully earned a position in the coveted category for its technical finesse. A film works not only for its performance and story but also for how well it's put together. Top Gun: Maverick, in that sense, ticked all the boxes. The defining impact of the characters Who does not like an underdog story? And one has Tom Cruise, playing the underdog, you end up rooting for him more than you are willing to, right? The film had Cruise reprising his role as Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell, coming back to train US Navy pilots in Top Gun school, and being ridden by guilt of an incident that happened decades back. Somehow, the idea of Cruise playing the guild-ridden father figure to a bunch of talented pilots and the same man romancing Jennifer Connelly the old-school way really worked for the audience at large. While the film focussed mostly on Tom Cruise, as Pete Maverick Mitchell, it also gave us new characters to root for. From Miles Teller who played Bradley 'Rooster' Bradshaw, to Jennifer Connelly as Penny Benjamin to Glen Powell as Jake 'Hangman' Seresin, every character found a separate fan base among viewers. And who can forget the special cameo of Val Kilmer, which was truly special in more ways than one. WION exclusive conversation with the cast of Top Gun: Maverick Top Gun: Maverick also served as a textbook example of how to make sequels. The film took a leaf from the original story and weaved a story around it that resonated with all age groups. Top Gun: Maverick's new and returning characters were heartfelt and wonderfully written. WION's review of the film termed it as a summer blockbuster. "There's very little that goes against the film, really. Top Gun: Maverick is your typical summer blockbuster. It has got a bit of everything- action, romance, comedy and thrilling fighter planes. For those who grew up watching and loving Tom Cruise and his films, it's a perfect post-pandemic gift from one of Hollywood's biggest stars." Read full review here Tom Cruise's fourth Oscar nomination In a career spanning nearly four decades, Cruise has only earned an Oscar nomination three times before- all for his acting. Cruise earned nominations for Born on the Fourth of July (1989), Jerry Maguire (1996), and Magnolia (1999). This is the first time that the actor has been nominated in the capacity of a producer as Top Gun: Maverick has earned a Best Picture nomination. Exclusive! Tom Cruise can do everybody's job, he is terrific, says 'Top Gun: Maverick' producer Does it stand a chance to win an Oscar? While Top Gun: Maverick has been nominated in the Best Picture category, it is unlikely that it will win it. It is, after all, competing with award-season favourites like Everything Everywhere All At Once, The Banshees of Inisherin, and The Fabelmans. It will also lose out to Avatar: The Way Of Water in the Best VFX category. But trade pundits feel that the film might just win in the Best Editing category. The Oscar awards will be held in Los Angeles on March 12. For more updates of the ceremony, log on to wionews.com

Oscars Awards 2023 Best Picture nominee: What made Top Gun: Maverick a favourite with the jury?

<p>Actor Ram Charan is currently in the United States in the run-up to the Oscars, where his film, the historical epic action film <em>RRR</em>, is nominated. In an appearance on KTLA Entertainment, the host Sam Rubin said the actor has been referred to as the Brad Pitt of India,&nbsp;to which Charan replied humbly, "I mean, I like Brad Pitt for sure." The short promo video went viral on social media sites, particularly Twitter. You can watch it below.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Directed by SS Rajamouli, RRR also stars NTR Rama Rao. It follows two real-life revolutionaries who took on the might of the British Empire in the early 20th century. Alluri Sitarama Raju (Charan) and Komaram Bheem (NTR) join forces in 1920 to fight the foreign colonialists. Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt, Shriya Saran, Samuthirakani, Ray Stevenson, Alison Doody, and Olivia Morris were also in the cast of <em>RRR</em>.</p>

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<p>The film has already won a Golden Globe for the song 'Naatu Naatu' and is up for an Oscar in the same category. It was a huge hit in India and even earned respectable money through a limited release in overseas markets like North America and Europe.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>But it was the Netflix release worldwide that catapulted the film from the 'mildly popular' category to a worldwide sensation. 'Naatu Naatu' has become something of a phenomenon across the world, with thousands of people recreating the song's choreography and sharing it on social media sites. The song will be performed during the Oscars later this month.</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/rrr-review-ss-rajamouli-delivers-a-superhero-film-set-in-pre-independent-india-465450">'RRR' review: SS Rajamouli delivers a superhero film set in pre-independent India</a></strong></p>

<p>Everyone from comedians to actors to filmmakers in Hollywood has found themselves transfixed by the audacious action of the film and the direction of Rajamouli. The director had similarly enjoyed rapturous responses the world over for his Baahubali movies, though <em>RRR </em>arguably has had an even bigger impact.</p>

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Actor Ram Charan is currently in the United States in the run-up to the Oscars, where his film, the historical epic action film RRR, is nominated. In an appearance on KTLA Entertainment, the host Sam Rubin said the actor has been referred to as the Brad Pitt of India, to which Charan replied humbly, "I mean, I like Brad Pitt for sure.

Actor Ram Charan is currently in the United States in the run-up to the Oscars, where his film, the historical epic action film RRR, is nominated. In an appearance on KTLA Entertainment, the host Sam Rubin said the actor has been referred to as the Brad Pitt of India, to which Charan replied humbly, "I mean, I like Brad Pitt for sure." The short promo video went viral on social media sites, particularly Twitter. You can watch it below. The Brad Pitt of India 🇮🇳🔥@AlwaysRamCharan in Conversation With @ktlaENT...!!#ManOfMassesBdayMonth #GlobalStarRamCharanpic.twitter.com/TBMcm6gNiB — Trends RamCharan (@TweetRamCharan) March 1, 2023 Directed by SS Rajamouli, RRR also stars NTR Rama Rao. It follows two real-life revolutionaries who took on the might of the British Empire in the early 20th century. Alluri Sitarama Raju (Charan) and Komaram Bheem (NTR) join forces in 1920 to fight the foreign colonialists. Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt, Shriya Saran, Samuthirakani, Ray Stevenson, Alison Doody, and Olivia Morris were also in the cast of RRR. #RRR star @AlwaysRamCharan joined the @KTLAMorningNews this morning! pic.twitter.com/h1VdUrpSjj — KTLA Entertainment (@ktlaENT) February 28, 2023 The film has already won a Golden Globe for the song 'Naatu Naatu' and is up for an Oscar in the same category. It was a huge hit in India and even earned respectable money through a limited release in overseas markets like North America and Europe. But it was the Netflix release worldwide that catapulted the film from the 'mildly popular' category to a worldwide sensation. 'Naatu Naatu' has become something of a phenomenon across the world, with thousands of people recreating the song's choreography and sharing it on social media sites. The song will be performed during the Oscars later this month. Also Read: 'RRR' review: SS Rajamouli delivers a superhero film set in pre-independent India Everyone from comedians to actors to filmmakers in Hollywood has found themselves transfixed by the audacious action of the film and the direction of Rajamouli. The director had similarly enjoyed rapturous responses the world over for his Baahubali movies, though RRR arguably has had an even bigger impact. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The '<em>Naatu Naatu'&nbsp;</em>madness will take over the Oscar stage on March 12. Nominated in the Best Original Song category at the 95th Oscar Awards, <em>RRR'</em>s smash hit song <em>Naatu Naatu</em> will be performed live on stage by Indian singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava. The two singers will be making their international stage debut at the Oscars. The song's composer MM Keeravaani and lyricist Chandrabose will also be present at the ceremony which will take place on March 12 in Hollywood. The Academy's Twitter handle made the announcement about the performance on Tuesday.&nbsp;<br />
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<em>'Naatu Naaatu</em>' has already become a mass hit and has a list of awards under its name. In January, '<em>Naatu Naatu</em>' won the Golden Globes in the 'Best Original Song' category. Five days later, <em>RRR </em>bagged two more awards at the 28th edition of the Critics Choice Awards. One is for the best song and another is for 'best foreign language film.' Since then, '<em>RRR'</em> and '<em>Naatu Naatu'</em> have been riding high on the global chart.</p>

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<p>Originally sung in Telugu, the song's catchy beat and joyous vibe has&nbsp;had a universal appeal worldwide, with people of different nationalities replicating the hook step in viral videos. &nbsp;<br />
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<em>'Naatu Naatu</em>' has become a viral sensation outside of the film, racking up more than 122 million views on YouTube and inspiring a TikTok challenge where users attempt to recreate the acrobatic dance-off. South Korean Ambassador Chang Jae-bok’s 53-second rendition has received more than 4.8 million views since it was posted Sunday on Twitter.&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscar-2023-nominations-complete-list-555532">Oscar 2023 Nominations Complete List: 'Naatu Naatu', 'All That Breathes', 'Avatar: The Way of Water'&nbsp;and more</a></strong></p>

<p><em>'Naatu Naatu'</em> was shot as a part of the final leg of the film's schedule. Filming for it took place at the Mariinsky Palace (Ukraine Presidential Palace) in Kyiv, a few months before the onset of the Russian military invasion of Ukraine.</p>

<p>The song was also released in Hindi as '<em>Naacho Naacho</em>', in Tamil as '<em>Naattu Koothu</em>', in Kannada as '<em>Halli Naatu'</em> and in Malayalam as '<em>Karinthol'.</em>&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film's director SS Rajamouli and star Ram Charan are also expected to attend the Oscar awards.</p>

<p>This year, three Indian films have earned Oscar nods in different categories. <em>All That Breathes</em> has secured a nomination in the Best Documentary category, <em>The Elephant Whisperer</em> has earned a Best Documentary Short nomination and <em>RRR'</em>s '<em>Naatu Naatu'&nbsp;</em>has secured a Best Original Song nomination.&nbsp;</p>

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The 'Naatu Naatu' madness will take over the Oscar stage on March 12. Nominated in the Best Original Song category at the 95th Oscar Awards, RRR's smash hit song Naatu Naatu will be performed live on stage by Indian singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava.

The 'Naatu Naatu' madness will take over the Oscar stage on March 12. Nominated in the Best Original Song category at the 95th Oscar Awards, RRR's smash hit song Naatu Naatu will be performed live on stage by Indian singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava. The two singers will be making their international stage debut at the Oscars. The song's composer MM Keeravaani and lyricist Chandrabose will also be present at the ceremony which will take place on March 12 in Hollywood. The Academy's Twitter handle made the announcement about the performance on Tuesday. 'Naatu Naaatu' has already become a mass hit and has a list of awards under its name. In January, 'Naatu Naatu' won the Golden Globes in the 'Best Original Song' category. Five days later, RRR bagged two more awards at the 28th edition of the Critics Choice Awards. One is for the best song and another is for 'best foreign language film.' Since then, 'RRR' and 'Naatu Naatu' have been riding high on the global chart. Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava. “Naatu Naatu." LIVE at the 95th Oscars. Tune into ABC to watch the Oscars LIVE on Sunday, March 12th at 8e/5p! #Oscars95 pic.twitter.com/8FC7gJQbJs — The Academy (@TheAcademy) February 28, 2023 × Originally sung in Telugu, the song's catchy beat and joyous vibe has had a universal appeal worldwide, with people of different nationalities replicating the hook step in viral videos. 'Naatu Naatu' has become a viral sensation outside of the film, racking up more than 122 million views on YouTube and inspiring a TikTok challenge where users attempt to recreate the acrobatic dance-off. South Korean Ambassador Chang Jae-bok’s 53-second rendition has received more than 4.8 million views since it was posted Sunday on Twitter. Oscar 2023 Nominations Complete List: 'Naatu Naatu', 'All That Breathes', 'Avatar: The Way of Water' and more 'Naatu Naatu' was shot as a part of the final leg of the film's schedule. Filming for it took place at the Mariinsky Palace (Ukraine Presidential Palace) in Kyiv, a few months before the onset of the Russian military invasion of Ukraine. The song was also released in Hindi as 'Naacho Naacho', in Tamil as 'Naattu Koothu', in Kannada as 'Halli Naatu' and in Malayalam as 'Karinthol'. The film's director SS Rajamouli and star Ram Charan are also expected to attend the Oscar awards. This year, three Indian films have earned Oscar nods in different categories. All That Breathes has secured a nomination in the Best Documentary category, The Elephant Whisperer has earned a Best Documentary Short nomination and RRR's 'Naatu Naatu' has secured a Best Original Song nomination. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Naatu Naatu from RRR will be performed live at Oscar Awards 2023, confirms the Academy 

<p>It’s almost going to be a year for Chris Rock and Will Smith’s slap gate, where the latter hit the comedian for making fun of his wife on the Oscars stage. The Academy Awards are back this year and people are expecting some drama to unfold over the slap gate scandal. Serving it up for his fans,&nbsp;Chris Rock will hit back on stage with a live standup special on Netflix. This will air on the OTT platform on March 4. He will address the set of events that unfolded between him and Will Smith post the incident.</p>

<p>This is not the first time that Chris will speak on the matter. He has, previously, spoken about it in his stand-up performances but never in such detail.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reports suggest that Chris Rock worked on the Netflix special in January and that he gave his audiences a hint of it during an arena show in Charlestown where he shared the stage with Dave Chappelle. Back then, he addressed the now-infamous moment with Will Smith. He also cracked some jokes about the collective outrage after the incident happened.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The thing people wanna know … did it hurt? Hell yeah, it hurt. He played Muhammad Ali! I played Pookie (in ‘New Jack City’). Even in animated movies, I’m a zebra, he’s a f—ing shark. I got hit so hard, I heard ‘Summertime’ ringing in my ears,” Rock joked in the Charlestown set.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Will Smith changed the mood of the 2022 Oscars when he hit the presenter on stage while presenting the award for best documentary feature.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Chris Rock’s Netflix special is titled C<em>hris Rock: Selective Outrage</em> and will stream live from the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore, a week before the 2023 Academy Awards.</p>

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It’s almost going to be a year for Chris Rock and Will Smith’s slap gate, where the latter hit the comedian for making fun of his wife on the Oscars stage. The Academy Awards are back this year and people are expecting some drama to unfold over the slap gate scandal.

It’s almost going to be a year for Chris Rock and Will Smith’s slap gate, where the latter hit the comedian for making fun of his wife on the Oscars stage. The Academy Awards are back this year and people are expecting some drama to unfold over the slap gate scandal. Serving it up for his fans, Chris Rock will hit back on stage with a live standup special on Netflix. This will air on the OTT platform on March 4. He will address the set of events that unfolded between him and Will Smith post the incident. This is not the first time that Chris will speak on the matter. He has, previously, spoken about it in his stand-up performances but never in such detail. Reports suggest that Chris Rock worked on the Netflix special in January and that he gave his audiences a hint of it during an arena show in Charlestown where he shared the stage with Dave Chappelle. Back then, he addressed the now-infamous moment with Will Smith. He also cracked some jokes about the collective outrage after the incident happened. “The thing people wanna know … did it hurt? Hell yeah, it hurt. He played Muhammad Ali! I played Pookie (in ‘New Jack City’). Even in animated movies, I’m a zebra, he’s a f—ing shark. I got hit so hard, I heard ‘Summertime’ ringing in my ears,” Rock joked in the Charlestown set. Will Smith changed the mood of the 2022 Oscars when he hit the presenter on stage while presenting the award for best documentary feature. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix Comedy (@netflixisajoke) × Meanwhile, Chris Rock’s Netflix special is titled Chris Rock: Selective Outrage and will stream live from the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore, a week before the 2023 Academy Awards.

Chris Rock to address Will Smith's slapping scandal in Netflix special, week before Oscars

<p>The Academy is not taking any chances at the upcoming 2023 Oscar awards after facing severe criticism over not acting on time last year when Will Smith infamously walked on stage and slapped presenter Chris Rock.&nbsp;The organisers have announced that at the 95th Academy Awards, they will have a new 'crisis team' in place. Academy president Janet Yang previously said the group`s response to the incident was not swift enough.<br />
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Speaking to Time magazine, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences chief Kramer said, "we have a whole crisis team, something we`ve never had before, and many plans in place. We`ve run many scenarios. So it is our hope that we will be prepared for anything that we may not anticipate right now but that we`re planning for just in case it does happen."<br />
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He added, 'Because of last year, we've opened our minds to the many things that can happen at the Oscars. But these crisis plans -- the crisis communication teams and structures we have in place -- allow us to say, 'This is the group that we have to gather very quickly. This is how we all come together. This is the spokesperson. This will be the statement.` And obviously, depending on the specifics of the crisis, and let`s hope something doesn`t happen and we never have to use these, but we already have frameworks in place that we can modify."<br />
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Smith slapped Rock at the 2022 Oscars while the latter was presenting the best documentary feature category. Rock made a controversial joke about Jada Pinkett Smith's bald head, which she shaved following an alopecia diagnosis. After the slap, Smith returned to his seat and repeatedly screamed at Rock.The Academy, which would take flak over its perceived lack of immediate action, issued a statement later that night saying it "does not condone violence in any form," and Smith apologised the next day. Smith even resigned from the Academy. Oscars 2023 is scheduled to take place on March 12.&nbsp;<br />
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The Academy is not taking any chances at the upcoming 2023 Oscar awards after facing severe criticism over not acting on time last year when Will Smith infamously walked on stage and slapped presenter Chris Rock.

The Academy is not taking any chances at the upcoming 2023 Oscar awards after facing severe criticism over not acting on time last year when Will Smith infamously walked on stage and slapped presenter Chris Rock. The organisers have announced that at the 95th Academy Awards, they will have a new 'crisis team' in place. Academy president Janet Yang previously said the group`s response to the incident was not swift enough. Speaking to Time magazine, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences chief Kramer said, "we have a whole crisis team, something we`ve never had before, and many plans in place. We`ve run many scenarios. So it is our hope that we will be prepared for anything that we may not anticipate right now but that we`re planning for just in case it does happen." He added, 'Because of last year, we've opened our minds to the many things that can happen at the Oscars. But these crisis plans -- the crisis communication teams and structures we have in place -- allow us to say, 'This is the group that we have to gather very quickly. This is how we all come together. This is the spokesperson. This will be the statement.` And obviously, depending on the specifics of the crisis, and let`s hope something doesn`t happen and we never have to use these, but we already have frameworks in place that we can modify." Smith slapped Rock at the 2022 Oscars while the latter was presenting the best documentary feature category. Rock made a controversial joke about Jada Pinkett Smith's bald head, which she shaved following an alopecia diagnosis. After the slap, Smith returned to his seat and repeatedly screamed at Rock.The Academy, which would take flak over its perceived lack of immediate action, issued a statement later that night saying it "does not condone violence in any form," and Smith apologised the next day. Smith even resigned from the Academy. Oscars 2023 is scheduled to take place on March 12. (With agency inputs)

Oscars awards 2023 to have a 'crisis team' following last year's Will Smith-Chris Rock slap incident

<p>With just a few weeks left for the 2023 Oscar awards ceremony, the team of <em>RRR </em>which has been nominated in the Best Song category for the hit song <em>Naatu Naatu</em>, is going all out to promote the film and create ample buzz. One of the film's lead actors,&nbsp;Ram Charan recently appeared on the popular daytime talk show Good Morning America to talk about the mega success of RRR, impending fatherhood, and more.&nbsp;<br />
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Ram Charan's father, superstar Chiranjeevi shared images of his son's appearance on the show and called it a 'proud moment for Telugu / Indian Cinema'.&nbsp;<br />
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"A Proud Moment for Telugu / Indian Cinema @AlwaysRamCharan ,features on the famed #GoodMorningAmerica Amazing how the power of One passionate idea born in the visionary @ssrajamouli ‘s brain, envelopes the world! Onwards &amp; Upwards !!" the superstar wrote as he shared the Youtube link to the episode.&nbsp;</p>

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Amazing how the power of One passionate idea born in the visionary <a href="https://twitter.com/ssrajamouli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ssrajamouli</a> ‘s brain, envelopes the world!<br />
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<p>When one of the show hosts, medical correspondent Jennifer Ashton, asked Ram Charan, "How much new-dad fear you have?", the star replied, "All these years when we didn`t plan (the kids), I`m pretty much available to my wife. But right now I`m just packing and unpacking."Later on, he had a funny banter with Jennifer who happened to be a gynecologist as well."I am glad I met you. I will be taking your number. My wife is going to be in the US for a while," Ram Charan quipped.To this, Jennifer said, "It would be an honour to deliver your baby."<br />
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Ram Charan and his wife Upasana announced their pregnancy in December 2022."With the blessings of Shri Hanuman Ji, we are delighted to share that Upasana &amp; Ram Charan are expecting their first child. With love &amp; gratitude Surekha &amp; Chiranjeevi Konideli, Shobana &amp; Anil Kamineni (sic)," <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ram-charan-and-his-wife-upasana-are-expecting-their-first-child-542277">the couple announced.</a><br />
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Apart from embracing parenthood, Ram Charan also talked about RRR and director Rajamouli on the show."It (RRR) is about friendship, great brotherhood, camaraderie, the relationship between these two characters. And I think it is one of the finest writings of my director Rajamouli, he is known as the Steven Spielberg of India."On the show, Ram Charan also hinted that Rajamouli is up for directing an international project. He said, "Everybody calls him that, and I hope he`s going to make his way to the global cinema very soon, with the next film."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/rrr-review-ss-rajamouli-delivers-a-superhero-film-set-in-pre-independent-india-465450">'RRR' review: SS Rajamouli delivers a superhero film set in pre-independent India</a></strong><br />
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Meanwhile, RRR has been winning accolades in plenty this award season. Helmed by SS Rajamouli, RRR, which stars Jr NTR and Ram Charan in the lead roles, collected over Rs 1,200 crore worldwide. Later, the film`s track `Naatu Naatu` bagged the `best original song-motion picture` at Golden Globes earlier this year. The film also picked up the Critics` choice award for Best Foreign language film in a ceremony held in Los Angeles. And now it is nominated for best original song at the 2023 Academy Awards. The 2023 Oscars Awards will be held in Hollywood on March 12.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/big-win-jr-ntr-gets-nominated-for-best-actor-in-the-critics-choice-super-awards-565048">Big win! Jr NTR gets nominated for Best Actor in the Critics Choice Super Awards</a></strong></p>

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With just a few weeks left for the 2023 Oscar awards ceremony, the team of RRR which has been nominated in the Best Song category for the hit song Naatu Naatu, is going all out to promote the film and create ample buzz.

With just a few weeks left for the 2023 Oscar awards ceremony, the team of RRR which has been nominated in the Best Song category for the hit song Naatu Naatu, is going all out to promote the film and create ample buzz. One of the film's lead actors, Ram Charan recently appeared on the popular daytime talk show Good Morning America to talk about the mega success of RRR, impending fatherhood, and more. Ram Charan's father, superstar Chiranjeevi shared images of his son's appearance on the show and called it a 'proud moment for Telugu / Indian Cinema'. "A Proud Moment for Telugu / Indian Cinema @AlwaysRamCharan ,features on the famed #GoodMorningAmerica Amazing how the power of One passionate idea born in the visionary @ssrajamouli ‘s brain, envelopes the world! Onwards & Upwards !!" the superstar wrote as he shared the Youtube link to the episode. A Proud Moment for Telugu / Indian Cinema @AlwaysRamCharan ,features on the famed #GoodMorningAmerica Amazing how the power of One passionate idea born in the visionary @ssrajamouli ‘s brain, envelopes the world! Onwards & Upwards !! 👏👏https://t.co/Ur25tvt9r9 pic.twitter.com/SrpisRfviK — Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) February 23, 2023 × When one of the show hosts, medical correspondent Jennifer Ashton, asked Ram Charan, "How much new-dad fear you have?", the star replied, "All these years when we didn`t plan (the kids), I`m pretty much available to my wife. But right now I`m just packing and unpacking."Later on, he had a funny banter with Jennifer who happened to be a gynecologist as well."I am glad I met you. I will be taking your number. My wife is going to be in the US for a while," Ram Charan quipped.To this, Jennifer said, "It would be an honour to deliver your baby." Ram Charan and his wife Upasana announced their pregnancy in December 2022."With the blessings of Shri Hanuman Ji, we are delighted to share that Upasana & Ram Charan are expecting their first child. With love & gratitude Surekha & Chiranjeevi Konideli, Shobana & Anil Kamineni (sic)," the couple announced. Apart from embracing parenthood, Ram Charan also talked about RRR and director Rajamouli on the show."It (RRR) is about friendship, great brotherhood, camaraderie, the relationship between these two characters. And I think it is one of the finest writings of my director Rajamouli, he is known as the Steven Spielberg of India."On the show, Ram Charan also hinted that Rajamouli is up for directing an international project. He said, "Everybody calls him that, and I hope he`s going to make his way to the global cinema very soon, with the next film." 'RRR' review: SS Rajamouli delivers a superhero film set in pre-independent India Meanwhile, RRR has been winning accolades in plenty this award season. Helmed by SS Rajamouli, RRR, which stars Jr NTR and Ram Charan in the lead roles, collected over Rs 1,200 crore worldwide. Later, the film`s track `Naatu Naatu` bagged the `best original song-motion picture` at Golden Globes earlier this year. The film also picked up the Critics` choice award for Best Foreign language film in a ceremony held in Los Angeles. And now it is nominated for best original song at the 2023 Academy Awards. The 2023 Oscars Awards will be held in Hollywood on March 12. Big win! Jr NTR gets nominated for Best Actor in the Critics Choice Super Awards

Ram Charan appears on Good Morning America, dad Chiranjeevi calls it a 'proud moment'

<p>Ali Fazal caught up with Oscar nominees Tom Cruise, Steven Guneet Monga, MM Keeravani, Shaunak Sen, and others earlier this week at the Oscar nominees luncheon. Fazal is a member of the academy and marked his presence at the prestigious Osccar luncheon where he interacted with the Indian nominees of the year. This year the Oscars have a record number of films nominated from India, including Shaunak Sen’s <em>All That Breathes</em>, <em>RRR </em>being nominated for original song and Guneet Monga’s <em>The Elephant Whisperers</em> directed by Kartiki Gonsalves nominated in the documentary short category.<br />
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Ali took to social media to share photos with not just Monga and Sen but also the likes of Steven Spielberg, Tom Cruise and Colin Farell.&nbsp;<br />
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"Cuz we just hanging with OGs !! So blessed to have been in a room full of great talent. And to cheer for our country’s biggest achievements and potential wins for #Allthatbreathes #TheElephantwhisperer #RRR AT THE OSCARS this year." tweeted Ali as he shared a few snaps from the luncheon.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Cuz we just hanging with OGs !! So blessed to have been in a room full of great talent. And to cheer for our country’s biggest achievements and potential wins for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Allthatbreathes?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Allthatbreathes</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TheElephantwhisperer?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheElephantwhisperer</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RRR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RRR</a> AT THE OSCARS this year. <a href="https://t.co/zAcdtYVR3r">pic.twitter.com/zAcdtYVR3r</a></p>
— Ali Fazal M / میر علی فضل / अली (@alifazal9) <a href="https://twitter.com/alifazal9/status/1625523444178726914?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 14, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p>Ali Fazal was elected as a member of the Academy in 2018, back then making him one of the youngest members from India to be a part of the organisation.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/mm-keeravani-guneet-monga-shaunak-sen-attend-oscar-nominees-luncheon-with-tom-cruise-spielberg-561706">MM Keeravani, Guneet Monga, Shaunak Sen attend Oscar Nominees Luncheon with Tom Cruise, Spielberg</a></strong><br />
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The Oscar luncheon was attended by Hollywood big wigs including international superstar, Tom Cruise. Ali who is in LA as part of his work commitments joined the talented bunch and extended his cheer for the Indian films nominated at the award this year.&nbsp;<br />
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Ali expressed, “It was great to be there alongside Shaunak and Guneet as a representative of Indian cinema. All That Breathes is one of the most iconic films I have seen in the recent past and to be there to see the film and our cinema being celebrated was truly a proud moment”.<br />
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Guneet Monga, a winner of 2019 Oscar, has been nominated for the documentary short <em>The Elephant Whisperers</em> in the Best Documentary short category this year.&nbsp;<br />
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Monga took to social media to share photos with the Indian contingent as well as Spielberg and Cruise. Monga captioned the post as, "In top company with the mavericks of cinema, everything everywhere all at once. "</p>

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<p>The 2023 Oscar Awards will be held in Hollywood on March 12.&nbsp;</p>


Ali Fazal caught up with Oscar nominees Tom Cruise, Steven Guneet Monga, MM Keeravani, Shaunak Sen, and others earlier this week at the Oscar nominees luncheon. Fazal is a member of the academy and marked his presence at the prestigious Osccar luncheon where he interacted with the Indian nominees of the year.

Ali Fazal caught up with Oscar nominees Tom Cruise, Steven Guneet Monga, MM Keeravani, Shaunak Sen, and others earlier this week at the Oscar nominees luncheon. Fazal is a member of the academy and marked his presence at the prestigious Osccar luncheon where he interacted with the Indian nominees of the year. This year the Oscars have a record number of films nominated from India, including Shaunak Sen’s All That Breathes, RRR being nominated for original song and Guneet Monga’s The Elephant Whisperers directed by Kartiki Gonsalves nominated in the documentary short category. Ali took to social media to share photos with not just Monga and Sen but also the likes of Steven Spielberg, Tom Cruise and Colin Farell. "Cuz we just hanging with OGs !! So blessed to have been in a room full of great talent. And to cheer for our country’s biggest achievements and potential wins for #Allthatbreathes #TheElephantwhisperer #RRR AT THE OSCARS this year." tweeted Ali as he shared a few snaps from the luncheon. Cuz we just hanging with OGs !! So blessed to have been in a room full of great talent. And to cheer for our country’s biggest achievements and potential wins for #Allthatbreathes #TheElephantwhisperer #RRR AT THE OSCARS this year. pic.twitter.com/zAcdtYVR3r — Ali Fazal M / میر علی فضل / अली (@alifazal9) February 14, 2023 × Ali Fazal was elected as a member of the Academy in 2018, back then making him one of the youngest members from India to be a part of the organisation. MM Keeravani, Guneet Monga, Shaunak Sen attend Oscar Nominees Luncheon with Tom Cruise, Spielberg The Oscar luncheon was attended by Hollywood big wigs including international superstar, Tom Cruise. Ali who is in LA as part of his work commitments joined the talented bunch and extended his cheer for the Indian films nominated at the award this year. Ali expressed, “It was great to be there alongside Shaunak and Guneet as a representative of Indian cinema. All That Breathes is one of the most iconic films I have seen in the recent past and to be there to see the film and our cinema being celebrated was truly a proud moment”. Guneet Monga, a winner of 2019 Oscar, has been nominated for the documentary short The Elephant Whisperers in the Best Documentary short category this year. Monga took to social media to share photos with the Indian contingent as well as Spielberg and Cruise. Monga captioned the post as, "In top company with the mavericks of cinema, everything everywhere all at once. " View this post on Instagram A post shared by Guneet Monga Kapoor (@guneetmonga) × The 2023 Oscar Awards will be held in Hollywood on March 12.

In pics: Ali Fazal, Guneet Monga's fan moment with Tom Cruise at Oscar nominees luncheon

<p>India's MM Keeravani, Guneet Monga and Shaunak Sen attended the Oscar luncheon on Monday in Los Angeles. The luncheon was organised to celebrate the nominees at the 95th Oscar Awards.&nbsp;The annual lunch has become an unofficial kickoff to the second phase of Oscar campaigning. &nbsp;The event featured more than a few stars hoping to earn a trophy at the annual awards show.&nbsp;<br />
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Keeravani and lyricist Chandrabose attended the luncheon for being nominated in the Best Original Song category for the smash hit 'Naatu Naatu' from the film RRR. Guneet Monga produced 'The Elephant Whisperer' which has been nominated in the documentary shorts category. Shaunak Sen has earned a nomination in the Best Documentary Feature Film category for his critically acclaimed film 'All That Breathes'.&nbsp;<br />
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The event was attended by multiple-time winners like Steven Spielberg, Roger Deakins and Justin Hurwitz. There were also multiple-time nominees such as Tom Cruise, Michelle Williams, Sarah Polley, Rian Johnson, Mary Zophres and Diane Warren. The first-time nominees Brandon Fraser, Hong Chau, Austin Butler, Ke Huy Quan and Paul Mescal were also present.</p>

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The menu for the star-studded event included a two-course meal with dessert, featuring a harvest salad and king oyster mushroom scallops, wild mushroom risotto, roasted Brussels sprouts, baby carrots and pea tendrils. For dessert, guests were served an opera cake, ganache and fresh berries, People reported.<br />
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During the event, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences president Janet Yang addressed Will Smith’s infamous slap of Chris Rock during last year’s Oscars, telling the room of nominees that the Academy’s initial response to the incident was "inadequate."&nbsp;Smith, who has apologized, resigned from the Academy, which banned him from attending its events for 10 years.<br />
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The 95th Oscars will be held on March 12, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. This time around, not just one, but three Indian significant movies are competing for the coveted Oscars Awards 2023 nominations.&nbsp;India’s official Oscar entry, ‘Chhello Show’ or Last Picture Show, was left out of the final slate in the Best International Feature Film category.<br />
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India's MM Keeravani, Guneet Monga and Shaunak Sen attended the Oscar luncheon on Monday in Los Angeles. The luncheon was organised to celebrate the nominees at the 95th Oscar Awards.

India's MM Keeravani, Guneet Monga and Shaunak Sen attended the Oscar luncheon on Monday in Los Angeles. The luncheon was organised to celebrate the nominees at the 95th Oscar Awards. The annual lunch has become an unofficial kickoff to the second phase of Oscar campaigning. The event featured more than a few stars hoping to earn a trophy at the annual awards show. Keeravani and lyricist Chandrabose attended the luncheon for being nominated in the Best Original Song category for the smash hit 'Naatu Naatu' from the film RRR. Guneet Monga produced 'The Elephant Whisperer' which has been nominated in the documentary shorts category. Shaunak Sen has earned a nomination in the Best Documentary Feature Film category for his critically acclaimed film 'All That Breathes'. The event was attended by multiple-time winners like Steven Spielberg, Roger Deakins and Justin Hurwitz. There were also multiple-time nominees such as Tom Cruise, Michelle Williams, Sarah Polley, Rian Johnson, Mary Zophres and Diane Warren. The first-time nominees Brandon Fraser, Hong Chau, Austin Butler, Ke Huy Quan and Paul Mescal were also present. The menu for the star-studded event included a two-course meal with dessert, featuring a harvest salad and king oyster mushroom scallops, wild mushroom risotto, roasted Brussels sprouts, baby carrots and pea tendrils. For dessert, guests were served an opera cake, ganache and fresh berries, People reported. During the event, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences president Janet Yang addressed Will Smith’s infamous slap of Chris Rock during last year’s Oscars, telling the room of nominees that the Academy’s initial response to the incident was "inadequate." Smith, who has apologized, resigned from the Academy, which banned him from attending its events for 10 years. The 95th Oscars will be held on March 12, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. This time around, not just one, but three Indian significant movies are competing for the coveted Oscars Awards 2023 nominations. India’s official Oscar entry, ‘Chhello Show’ or Last Picture Show, was left out of the final slate in the Best International Feature Film category.

MM Keeravani, Guneet Monga, Shaunak Sen attend Oscar Nominees Luncheon with Tom Cruise, Spielberg

<p>Tom Cruise dazzled on Monday at the Oscar nominees luncheon held at Los Angeles. This was the actor's first red carpet appearance in 8 months. Cruise was present at the event as a producer of 'Top Gun: Maverick' which has been nominated in the Best Film category.&nbsp;<br />
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Cruise wore a blue-three-piece suit and lavender tie for the luncheon. He sported longer hair and a big bright smile as he posed for the cameras on the red carpet.&nbsp;<br />
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Cruise starrer 'Top Gun: Maverick' has earned a total of six nominations at the Oscars, including best original song for "Hold My Hand," sung by Lady Gaga and BloodPop. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscar-2023-nominations-complete-list-555532">Check out full list of nominations here</a></p>

<p>In a room packed with A-listers such as Steven Spielberg and Cate Blanchett, there was no doubt&nbsp;Cruise&nbsp;remained the biggest draw, with a crowd of wellwishers from Hollywood moguls to Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai lining up to greet him throughout the event.&nbsp;Yousafzai, attended as an executive producer of 'Stranger at the Gate,'&nbsp;a short documentary about a US Marine veteran who plotted to blow up a mosque in his hometown.</p>

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The actor has last attended a red carpet event in June 2022 for a 'Top Gun: Maverick' press conference in Seoul, South Korea.</p>

<p>He did make one other public appearance in 2022, at the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain in July, but he has remained out of the public eye ever since.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Oscar nominees luncheon is an annual event hosted by the Academy Of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. It is a meet-and-greet ceremony for all nominees from every category. The tradition started in 1982.<br />
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At this year’s event, Cruise told People, "This is fun. I’m enjoying it."<br />
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Other prominent stars who attended the red carpet event included Steven Spielberg, Jamie Lee Curtis, Austin Butler, Michelle Williams and others.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/mm-keeravani-guneet-monga-shaunak-sen-attend-oscar-nominees-luncheon-with-tom-cruise-spielberg-561706"> India's MM Keeravani, Guneet Monga and Shaunak Sen</a> too were part of the event.</p>

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Tom Cruise dazzled on Monday at the Oscar nominees luncheon held at Los Angeles. This was the actor's first red carpet appearance in 8 months. Cruise was present at the event as a producer of 'Top Gun: Maverick' which has been nominated in the Best Film category.

Tom Cruise dazzled on Monday at the Oscar nominees luncheon held at Los Angeles. This was the actor's first red carpet appearance in 8 months. Cruise was present at the event as a producer of 'Top Gun: Maverick' which has been nominated in the Best Film category. Cruise wore a blue-three-piece suit and lavender tie for the luncheon. He sported longer hair and a big bright smile as he posed for the cameras on the red carpet. Cruise starrer 'Top Gun: Maverick' has earned a total of six nominations at the Oscars, including best original song for "Hold My Hand," sung by Lady Gaga and BloodPop. Check out full list of nominations here In a room packed with A-listers such as Steven Spielberg and Cate Blanchett, there was no doubt Cruise remained the biggest draw, with a crowd of wellwishers from Hollywood moguls to Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai lining up to greet him throughout the event. Yousafzai, attended as an executive producer of 'Stranger at the Gate,' a short documentary about a US Marine veteran who plotted to blow up a mosque in his hometown. The actor has last attended a red carpet event in June 2022 for a 'Top Gun: Maverick' press conference in Seoul, South Korea. He did make one other public appearance in 2022, at the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain in July, but he has remained out of the public eye ever since. The Oscar nominees luncheon is an annual event hosted by the Academy Of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. It is a meet-and-greet ceremony for all nominees from every category. The tradition started in 1982. At this year’s event, Cruise told People, "This is fun. I’m enjoying it." Other prominent stars who attended the red carpet event included Steven Spielberg, Jamie Lee Curtis, Austin Butler, Michelle Williams and others. India's MM Keeravani, Guneet Monga and Shaunak Sen too were part of the event. Exclusive: Team 'Top Gun: Maverick' shares experience of filming on actual fighter jets

Tom Cruise makes his first red carpet appearance in 8 months for Oscar nominees luncheon

<p><strong>The Whale Movie Review:</strong> Brendan Fraser has always been associated with action-adventure films. Films that typically needed Fraser to look good (he was a pin-up star for many in the 1990s) and perform action stunts. Fraser, at least to me, never was an actor par excellence while growing up. And so his latest,'The Whale' pleasantly surprises me as Fraser gives his all to deliver a performance of a lifetime. As an obese man Charlie, whose health is deteriorating slowly due to his weight-related illness, and who wants to reconnect with his estranged daughter, Fraser delivers the most heartwarming performance of the season. That being said, filmmaker Darren Aronofsky’s new movie is not devoid of flaws.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Adapted from Samuel D Hunter's play 'The Whale', Aronofsky's film is primarily a redemption saga that has a lonely homebound English professor Charlie attempting to set things right and get connected to his daughter Ellie (Sadie Sink). Years back, Charlie had walked out on his marriage to Mary and left their young daughter with her. Now, in his final days, with illness and weight crippling him to stay sprawled on his couch the whole day, Charlie seeks to reconnect with his daughter, a troubled teenager who hates everyone. The father-daughter duo does not start on a &nbsp;good note with the daughter walking out on him refusing to bond while Charlie offers her money to stay to know her more. Something that Charlie's friend and caregiver Liz (Hong Chau) is not okay with. Charlie's other regular visitor is a young religious preacher Thomas (Ty Simpkins) who wants to take him on a spiritual path as his end nears.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film's screenplay, also written by Hunter, restricts the space to Charlie's living room. The result is an intimate and sometimes mundane, claustrophobic experience that&nbsp;cinematographer Matthew Libatique captures well. Hunter's screenplay is adapted from a play and therefore consists of a theatrical presentation. It seems the actors have almost been asked to utilise the limited space they have been given, something that theatre actors do. So a lot of confrontation scenes between Ellie and Charlie appear to be&nbsp;staged, much like it is in theatre. It is not a bad thing, but films rely on spontaneity which, in this case, seems rehearsed and thereby dramatic.</p>

<p>While Fraser, strapped in a fat man's body suit (he did gain extra pounds for the role though) emotes through his eyes, his performance is aided well by Sadie Sink and Hong Chau, who play rude, bitter, angsty women who rock a submissive, polite to a fault Charlie's world. Charlie has lived a greater part of his life in a lot of guilt. The guilt&nbsp;of abandoning his family, not being able to save his lover, and becoming the obnoxious-looking person that he is now. And as he counts the days to his death, he wants to set things right and urges anyone and everyone around him to be honest. His students, his angsty daughter, and his young friend.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'The Whale' borders on&nbsp;melodrama especially towards the end, yet you can't help but empathise with Fraser's Charlie. He, of course, is pitch-perfect and makes Charlie almost an extension of himself. There is no doubt why pundits have been calling Fraser a strong contender for the Best Actor Oscar this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'The Whale' ultimately is a story of the redemption of a desperate father wanting to set things right for his daughter. It is shocking, it is comforting, slightly suffocating but above all heartwarming.&nbsp;</p>

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The Whale Movie Review: Brendan Fraser has always been associated with action-adventure films. Films that typically needed Fraser to look good (he was a pin-up star for many in the 1990s) and perform action stunts.

The Whale Movie Review: Brendan Fraser has always been associated with action-adventure films. Films that typically needed Fraser to look good (he was a pin-up star for many in the 1990s) and perform action stunts. Fraser, at least to me, never was an actor par excellence while growing up. And so his latest,'The Whale' pleasantly surprises me as Fraser gives his all to deliver a performance of a lifetime. As an obese man Charlie, whose health is deteriorating slowly due to his weight-related illness, and who wants to reconnect with his estranged daughter, Fraser delivers the most heartwarming performance of the season. That being said, filmmaker Darren Aronofsky’s new movie is not devoid of flaws. Adapted from Samuel D Hunter's play 'The Whale', Aronofsky's film is primarily a redemption saga that has a lonely homebound English professor Charlie attempting to set things right and get connected to his daughter Ellie (Sadie Sink). Years back, Charlie had walked out on his marriage to Mary and left their young daughter with her. Now, in his final days, with illness and weight crippling him to stay sprawled on his couch the whole day, Charlie seeks to reconnect with his daughter, a troubled teenager who hates everyone. The father-daughter duo does not start on a good note with the daughter walking out on him refusing to bond while Charlie offers her money to stay to know her more. Something that Charlie's friend and caregiver Liz (Hong Chau) is not okay with. Charlie's other regular visitor is a young religious preacher Thomas (Ty Simpkins) who wants to take him on a spiritual path as his end nears. The film's screenplay, also written by Hunter, restricts the space to Charlie's living room. The result is an intimate and sometimes mundane, claustrophobic experience that cinematographer Matthew Libatique captures well. Hunter's screenplay is adapted from a play and therefore consists of a theatrical presentation. It seems the actors have almost been asked to utilise the limited space they have been given, something that theatre actors do. So a lot of confrontation scenes between Ellie and Charlie appear to be staged, much like it is in theatre. It is not a bad thing, but films rely on spontaneity which, in this case, seems rehearsed and thereby dramatic. While Fraser, strapped in a fat man's body suit (he did gain extra pounds for the role though) emotes through his eyes, his performance is aided well by Sadie Sink and Hong Chau, who play rude, bitter, angsty women who rock a submissive, polite to a fault Charlie's world. Charlie has lived a greater part of his life in a lot of guilt. The guilt of abandoning his family, not being able to save his lover, and becoming the obnoxious-looking person that he is now. And as he counts the days to his death, he wants to set things right and urges anyone and everyone around him to be honest. His students, his angsty daughter, and his young friend. 'The Whale' borders on melodrama especially towards the end, yet you can't help but empathise with Fraser's Charlie. He, of course, is pitch-perfect and makes Charlie almost an extension of himself. There is no doubt why pundits have been calling Fraser a strong contender for the Best Actor Oscar this year. 'The Whale' ultimately is a story of the redemption of a desperate father wanting to set things right for his daughter. It is shocking, it is comforting, slightly suffocating but above all heartwarming. Watch The Whale Movie Trailer:

The Whale movie review: Brendan Fraser delivers the performance of a lifetime

<p>The Academy has decided that British actress Andrea Riseborough can keep her nomination but added that the tactics she used in her film's campaign 'caused concern'. Andrea was an outsider for a nomination but was backed by the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow, Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston and Edward Norton.<br />
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The Academy, which organises Oscar awards each year, has now reviewed whether the campaign broke its rules.<br />
It concluded that the issues did "not rise to the level that the film's nomination should be rescinded".<br />
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Academy chief executive Bill Kramer added in a statement, "However, we did discover social media and outreach campaigning tactics that caused concern. These tactics are being addressed with the responsible parties directly."<br />
The Academy has not named those "responsible parties". Andrea has not been accused of wrongdoing. The actress was nominated for her role in 'To Leslie', a low-budget film in which she plays an alcoholic mother from Texas who tries to make ends meet after squandering her lottery winnings.<br />
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Andrea's name in the nomination list came as a surprise to many as she was not in the awards radar unlike this year's favourites Cate Blanchett and Michelle Yeoh. However, some high-profile fans voiced their admiration on social media and even hosted screenings which cemented Andrea's spot in the best actress category at Oscars 2023.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
The question of whether the campaign broke Academy guidelines is believed to have come down to a few specific posts that not only championed Andrea Riseborough but also made reference to her competitors - which is not allowed.<br />
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One since-deleted Instagram post that has been under the spotlight was published by the official 'To Leslie' account.<br />
It quoted Richard Roeper of the Chicago Sun-Times, who wrote: "As much as I admired (Cate) Blanchett's work in Tár, my favourite performance by a woman this year was delivered by the chameleonlike Andrea Riseborough."<br />
While the critic was not wrong in making the comparison, it was unlawful for the film to highlight the comparison on social media handles.&nbsp;<br />
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Similarly, actress Frances Fisher, who has appeared in 'Titanic' and 'Gone In 60 Seconds', lobbied for Andrea while implying Blanchett, Michelle Yeoh, Danielle Deadwyler and Viola Davis did not need more support because they were "a lock for their outstanding work".<br />
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Blanchett and Yeoh were nominated for best actress, along with Ana de Armas and Michelle Williams. But Deadwyler and Davis - who are both black - did not make the shortlist.<br />
<br />
Tuesday's statement from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences added, "The purpose of the Academy's campaign regulations is to ensure a fair and ethical awards process - these are core values of the Academy.<br />
"Given this review, it is apparent that components of the regulations must be clarified to help create a better framework for respectful, inclusive, and unbiased campaigning.<br />
<br />
"These changes will be made after this awards cycle and will be shared with our membership. The Academy strives to create an environment where votes are based solely on the artistic and technical merits of the eligible films and achievements."</p>


The Academy has decided that British actress Andrea Riseborough can keep her nomination but added that the tactics she used in her film's campaign 'caused concern'.

The Academy has decided that British actress Andrea Riseborough can keep her nomination but added that the tactics she used in her film's campaign 'caused concern'. Andrea was an outsider for a nomination but was backed by the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow, Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston and Edward Norton. The Academy, which organises Oscar awards each year, has now reviewed whether the campaign broke its rules. It concluded that the issues did "not rise to the level that the film's nomination should be rescinded". Academy chief executive Bill Kramer added in a statement, "However, we did discover social media and outreach campaigning tactics that caused concern. These tactics are being addressed with the responsible parties directly." The Academy has not named those "responsible parties". Andrea has not been accused of wrongdoing. The actress was nominated for her role in 'To Leslie', a low-budget film in which she plays an alcoholic mother from Texas who tries to make ends meet after squandering her lottery winnings. Andrea's name in the nomination list came as a surprise to many as she was not in the awards radar unlike this year's favourites Cate Blanchett and Michelle Yeoh. However, some high-profile fans voiced their admiration on social media and even hosted screenings which cemented Andrea's spot in the best actress category at Oscars 2023. The question of whether the campaign broke Academy guidelines is believed to have come down to a few specific posts that not only championed Andrea Riseborough but also made reference to her competitors - which is not allowed. One since-deleted Instagram post that has been under the spotlight was published by the official 'To Leslie' account. It quoted Richard Roeper of the Chicago Sun-Times, who wrote: "As much as I admired (Cate) Blanchett's work in Tár, my favourite performance by a woman this year was delivered by the chameleonlike Andrea Riseborough." While the critic was not wrong in making the comparison, it was unlawful for the film to highlight the comparison on social media handles. Similarly, actress Frances Fisher, who has appeared in 'Titanic' and 'Gone In 60 Seconds', lobbied for Andrea while implying Blanchett, Michelle Yeoh, Danielle Deadwyler and Viola Davis did not need more support because they were "a lock for their outstanding work". Blanchett and Yeoh were nominated for best actress, along with Ana de Armas and Michelle Williams. But Deadwyler and Davis - who are both black - did not make the shortlist. Tuesday's statement from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences added, "The purpose of the Academy's campaign regulations is to ensure a fair and ethical awards process - these are core values of the Academy. "Given this review, it is apparent that components of the regulations must be clarified to help create a better framework for respectful, inclusive, and unbiased campaigning. "These changes will be made after this awards cycle and will be shared with our membership. The Academy strives to create an environment where votes are based solely on the artistic and technical merits of the eligible films and achievements."

Andrea Riseborough's nomination will not be stripped by the Oscars

<p>Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai, the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize winner, will be among those who are invited to attend the Oscar Nominees Luncheon, as per The Hollywood Reporter. The event, a gathering that precedes the main Academy Awards ceremony, will take place on February 13. She will be at the event because she is an executive producer on Joshua Seftel's short film <em>Stranger at the Gate</em>, which has scored a nomination for an Academy Award in the Best Documentary Short Film category. The 29-minute film tells the story of a former US Marine from Indiana, US, who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. He suffers from PTSD and turns into an Islamophobe on his return to America.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He orchestrates an attack on a local mosque but has a change of heart when he intermingles with the community and is welcomed.</p>

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<p>Malala Yousafzai earned the admiration of the world when as a 17-year-old female education activist&nbsp;she was shot in the head by a terrorist from Tehreek-e-Taliban-e-Pakistan (or Pakistani Taliban) in the Swat District of Pakistan. She was rushed to a hospital and later was flown to Birmingham, England for treatment at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. She recieved an outpouring of support from around the world and survived. Post the assassination attempt, the Pakistani Taliban was condemned by 50 Muslim clerics in a fatwa, world governments, feminist activists, and human rights organisations.</p>

<p>Also Read:<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscar-2023-nominations-complete-list-555532">&nbsp;Oscar 2023 Nominations Complete List: 'Naatu Naatu', 'All That Breathes', 'Avatar: The Way of Water' and more</a></strong></p>

<p>As per The Hollywood Reporter, Malala became the film's executive producer after she was sent a copy of the film. She said in a statement, "This film is a powerful true story of forgiveness and redemption. I hope the film challenges every viewer to question their assumptions and show kindness to everyone they meet.”</p>

<p>Meanwhile, <em>Everything Everywhere All at Once</em> leads the Oscar nominations with 11 nods.<em> All Quiet on the Western Front </em>and<em> The Banshees of Inisherin </em>are joint runner-ups with 9 nominations. <em>Elvis </em>and <em>The Fablemans</em> follow with 8 and 7 nominations, respectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian sensation <em>RRR </em>scored a Best Song nomination for 'Naatu Naatu'.<em> The Elephant Whisperers</em>, directed by Kartiki Gonsalves, also received a nomination in the Best Documentary Short category. To complete the hat-trick, Shaunak Sen's acclaimed <em>All that Breathes </em>was also awarded a nomination in the Best Documentary Feature category.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Oscars are widely considered to be one of the most prestigious awards in the film industry.</p>

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Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai, the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize winner, will be among those who are invited to attend the Oscar Nominees Luncheon, as per The Hollywood Reporter.

Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai, the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize winner, will be among those who are invited to attend the Oscar Nominees Luncheon, as per The Hollywood Reporter. The event, a gathering that precedes the main Academy Awards ceremony, will take place on February 13. She will be at the event because she is an executive producer on Joshua Seftel's short film Stranger at the Gate, which has scored a nomination for an Academy Award in the Best Documentary Short Film category. The 29-minute film tells the story of a former US Marine from Indiana, US, who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. He suffers from PTSD and turns into an Islamophobe on his return to America. He orchestrates an attack on a local mosque but has a change of heart when he intermingles with the community and is welcomed. Malala Yousafzai earned the admiration of the world when as a 17-year-old female education activist she was shot in the head by a terrorist from Tehreek-e-Taliban-e-Pakistan (or Pakistani Taliban) in the Swat District of Pakistan. She was rushed to a hospital and later was flown to Birmingham, England for treatment at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. She recieved an outpouring of support from around the world and survived. Post the assassination attempt, the Pakistani Taliban was condemned by 50 Muslim clerics in a fatwa, world governments, feminist activists, and human rights organisations. Also Read: Oscar 2023 Nominations Complete List: 'Naatu Naatu', 'All That Breathes', 'Avatar: The Way of Water' and more As per The Hollywood Reporter, Malala became the film's executive producer after she was sent a copy of the film. She said in a statement, "This film is a powerful true story of forgiveness and redemption. I hope the film challenges every viewer to question their assumptions and show kindness to everyone they meet.” Meanwhile, Everything Everywhere All at Once leads the Oscar nominations with 11 nods. All Quiet on the Western Front and The Banshees of Inisherin are joint runner-ups with 9 nominations. Elvis and The Fablemans follow with 8 and 7 nominations, respectively. Indian sensation RRR scored a Best Song nomination for 'Naatu Naatu'. The Elephant Whisperers, directed by Kartiki Gonsalves, also received a nomination in the Best Documentary Short category. To complete the hat-trick, Shaunak Sen's acclaimed All that Breathes was also awarded a nomination in the Best Documentary Feature category. The Oscars are widely considered to be one of the most prestigious awards in the film industry. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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