Oscars 2025: Everything you need to know about the 97th Academy Awards

As Hollywood gears up for its most prestigious event, here’s everything you need to know about the 97th Academy Awards.

Where Will the Oscars 2025 Be Held?

The 97th Academy Awards will take place at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California.

What Time Do the Oscars 2025 Start & Where to Watch?

This year, the Academy Awards will begin at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 2, 2025. The ceremony will be broadcast live on ABC and Hulu.

How to Watch the Oscars 2025 in India?

In India, the Oscars will air on March 3, 2025, starting at 5:30 a.m. IST. Indian viewers can watch the live broadcast on Star Movies and JioHotstar.

Who Is Hosting the 2025 Oscars?

Comedian Conan O'Brien will take over hosting duties from Jimmy Kimmel. He has previously hosted in 2017, 2018, 2023, and 2024 and will pass the torch to O’Brien for this year’s ceremony.

Who is presenting the awards?

It’s Hollywood’s biggest night, and stars from around the world will grace the stage to present the prestigious golden statuettes. Here’s the list of celebrity presenters this year: Harrison Ford, Cillian Murphy, Amy Poehler Gal Gadot, Andrew Garfield, Samuel L. Jackson, Margaret Qualley, Joe Alwyn, Sterling K. Brown.

Who is nominated at the 2025 Oscars?

Jacques Audiard’s Spanish-language film Emilia Pérez is leading the race with 13 nominations, including Best Picture. Other films dominating the Academy Awards this year include Brady Corbet’s The Brutalist and Jon M. Chu’s Wicked, both securing nominations in major categories.