Oscars 2026: The 98th Academy Awards are shaping up to be a truly international affair. Indian star Priyanka Chopra is set to return to the prestigious Oscars stage as a presenter, marking another significant milestone in her global career. This announcement follows her viral appearance at the Golden Globes earlier this year, where she presented alongside Blackpink’s Lisa. Priyanka Chopra will join an elite group of Hollywood A-listers at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The Academy has confirmed a glittering list of presenters that includes Oscar winners Robert Downey Jr. and Anne Hathaway.
For fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the night promises a special dose of nostalgia. Robert Downey Jr. is expected to reunite on stage with his former Iron Man co-star Gwyneth Paltrow. Priyanka Chopra expressed her excitement by sharing the official list of presenters on her social media channels, adding the simple caption, “The 2026 Academy Awards.”
Meanwhile, other notable names confirmed to hand out the golden statuettes includeChris Evans and Javier Bardem, Paul Mescal and Will Arnett, Demi Moore and Maya Rudolph and rising star Chase Infiniti. In keeping with the long-standing traditions of the ceremony, last year's winners will also return to the stage. This includes Best Actor Adrien Brody, Best Actress Mikey Madison, and supporting category winners Kieran Culkin and Zoe Saldana.
When And Where To Watch The 98th Oscars?
The ceremony will be hosted by the popular comedian and television personality Conan O'Brien. For fans in India, watching the event will require an early start. The 98th Academy Awards will air live on March 15(which falls on the morning of March 16 in India). The broadcast is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Eastern Time and 4 p.m. Pacific Time, which translates to 5:30 a.m. IST for Indian viewers.
Top Nominees For Oscars 2026
This year’s awards race is dominated by a single powerhouse film. The thriller Sinners has made history by securing an incredible 16 nominations, making it the most-nominated film of the evening.