The 97th Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars, will take place on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Recognized as one of Hollywood’s most prestigious nights, the event will celebrate the achievements of the year’s most outstanding films and performances. Here’s everything you need to know about the grand ceremony.
Where to Watch the Oscars in India
The Oscars 2025 will be broadcast live in the United States on ABC at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT. Indian audiences can tune in to watch the ceremony live in the early hours of Monday, March 3, 2025, at 5:30 AM IST. The event will be telecast on Star Movies and Star Movies Select and will also be available for live streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.
Host and Presenters
This year’s Oscars will be hosted by Emmy Award-winning comedian and TV host Conan O’Brien, marking his first time as the event’s host. A star-studded lineup of presenters will take the stage, including Oprah Winfrey, Emma Stone, Scarlett Johansson, Robert Downey Jr., and Zoe Saldaña, among others.
Discussing his hosting approach for Oscars 2025, O’Brien humorously told Lara Spencer in an interview on Good Morning America, “I’m just going to keep popping in and just yell, ‘Host!'” He further joked, “Like during someone’s emotional speech when they’ve just won and they’re saying a beautiful thing about their grandmother who believed in them, and I lean in, ‘Host!’ Jarring. Upsetting. Probably a bad idea.”
Special Performances
The ceremony promises a series of memorable musical performances, making the night even more special. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo will perform songs from their highly anticipated musical drama Wicked. Other artists set to grace the stage include Lisa from BLACKPINK, Raye, Doja Cat, and Queen Latifah.
Oscar Nominations
The 2025 Oscars nominations have highlighted a diverse range of talent and groundbreaking films. Karla Sofía Gascón has made history as the first openly trans woman nominated in an acting category for her role in Emilia Pérez. The film leads the nominations with 13 nods, followed by The Brutalist and Wicked, both securing 10 nominations each.
In the Best Actor category, top contenders include Timothée Chalamet and Adrien Brody. Meanwhile, the Best Actress race features Cynthia Erivo, Karla Sofía Gascón, Demi Moore, Fernanda Torres, and Mikey Madison.
For Indian audiences, all eyes are on Anuja, a film backed by Guneet Monga and Priyanka Chopra, which has made history by earning a nomination in the Best Live Action Short Film category.
With Hollywood’s biggest stars, groundbreaking nominations, and thrilling performances, the 97th Academy Awards promise to be an unforgettable night for film lovers worldwide.