Priyanka Chopra Joins Oscars 2026 Presenters as India Celebrates Nominations

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony will be broadcast live in India on JioHotstar and select TV channels.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 11:33am

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The 98th Academy Awards are set to take place on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The ceremony will be hosted by comedian Conan O'Brien and will celebrate the best films and artists of 2025. In India, viewers will be able to stream the awards live on JioHotstar, while television broadcasts will air on channels including Star Movies, Star Movies Select, and Colors Infinity. Priyanka Chopra has joined the star-studded presenters lineup, and Indian-American filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir has earned two nominations for her films.

Why it matters

The Oscars are one of the most prestigious awards in the entertainment industry, and their global reach and influence make them a significant event. The inclusion of Indian talent, both in front of and behind the camera, highlights the growing presence and recognition of Indian cinema on the world stage.

The details

The red carpet festivities will begin at 3:30 AM IST on March 16, followed by the main ceremony at 4:30 AM IST for Indian viewers. Those unable to watch live can catch a repeat telecast later the same day at 9:00 PM IST. Globally, the ceremony will be broadcast in the United States on ABC with streaming on Hulu, and in the UK and Australia on ITV and Channel 7, respectively. Among this year's nominees, the film Sinners is leading the race with a record 16 nominations, surpassing the previous record of 14 held by films such as All About Eve, Titanic, and La La Land.

  • The 98th Academy Awards ceremony will take place on March 15, 2026.
  • The red carpet festivities will begin at 3:30 AM IST on March 16, 2026.
  • The main ceremony will air at 4:30 AM IST on March 16, 2026.
  • A repeat telecast will air at 9:00 PM IST on March 16, 2026.

The players

Priyanka Chopra

An Indian actress and producer who has joined the star-studded presenters lineup for the 98th Academy Awards ceremony.

Geeta Gandbhir

An Indian-American filmmaker who has earned two nominations for her films, The Perfect Neighbor (Best Documentary Feature) and The Devil is Busy (Best Documentary Short).

Conan O'Brien

The comedian who will be hosting the 98th Academy Awards ceremony.

Michael B. Jordan

The actor who has been nominated for Best Actor for his performance in the film Sinners.

Ryan Coogler

The director of the film Sinners, which has received a record 16 nominations.

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What they’re saying

“Movie magic meets Conan O'Brien magic. Jokes, glitz and a celebration of the best of Hollywood.”

— JioHotstar

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The takeaway

The inclusion of Indian talent, both in front of and behind the camera, at the prestigious Oscars ceremony highlights the growing presence and recognition of Indian cinema on the world stage, further strengthening the cultural exchange and global influence of the entertainment industry.