Oscars Latest News Updates 2018

Oscars 2018: Sridevi, Shashi Kapoor Remembered In Memoriam Section Leaving The India Fans Teary-Eyed

Sridevi and Shashi Kapoor were honoured at the 90th Academy Awards, also called the Oscars, in its In Memoriam section today. Shashi Kapoor passed away at the age of 79 in December 2017 while Sridevi, aged 54, died in Dubai in February. The Oscars’ In Memoriam montage pays tribute to artistes who have passed away this year. The departed stars got a musical tribute by Eddie Vedder who took the stage to sing Tom Petty's 'Room at the top'. Actress Jennifer Garner introduced the segment by ...

March 05, 2018 12:49:39 PM

Oscars 2018: Relive The Best Moments From The Academy Awards’ 90-Year History!

The Oscars, the highest honours in the movie business, celebrate their 90th anniversary on Sunday. Since 1929, the glamorous event has captured the imaginations of film fans around the world. The 90th Academy Awards, given out by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, will be held in Hollywood. Following are some highlights of the last 90 years. 1929 - The first Oscars ceremony is held on May 16, 1929, at the Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood and hosted by actor Douglas Fairbanks Sr. It ...

March 02, 2018 00:19:42 AM

Oscars 2018: A brief history of the most political speeches made at the Academy Awards

Should any of this year’s Oscars winners use the occasion to promote a political cause, you can thank - or blame - Marlon Brando. Brando’s role as Vito Corleone in The Godfather remains a signature performance in movie history. But his response to winning an Academy Award was truly groundbreaking. Upending a decades-long tradition of tears, nervous humour, thank-yous and general good will, he sent actor Sacheen Littlefeather in his place to the 1973 ceremony to protest Hollywood&r...

March 01, 2018 14:09:46 PM

Chelsea Handler Turned Down Offer To Host The Spirit Awards

Popular comedian and talk show host, Chelsea Handler, is not interest in hosting Oscars. She was approached by the reputed body, last year. Moreover, she was also offered the gig to emcee the Film Independent Spirits Awards. Chelsea admitted that she accepted the offer initially, but then promptly changed her mind. When asked if she’d ever do network TV again, she replied, “I hope not. But who knows? I would never do a late-night talk show on a network. I might do other things&rdq...

February 25, 2017 20:37:51 PM

Here's Proof That Priyanka Chopra Will Be Attending The Oscars This Year Too!

After keeping her fans in suspense, Priyanka Chopra has given a confirmation that she will indeed be a part of the 89th Academy Awards on Sunday (early Monday for India). The actor posted a picture on Instagram with Rolling Stones lead singer Mick Jagger in front of what seems like a private jet. Oscars here we come.. @mickjagger LA LA land... A post shared by Priyanka Chopra (@priyankachopra) on Feb 24, 2017 at 6:24pm PST “Oscars here we come.. @mickjagger LA LA land...,&rdquo...

February 25, 2017 11:55:10 AM

Deepika Padukone To Grace Oscars 2017? Here’s What She Says!

After her promising performance in the west in her maiden Hollywood film 'xXx: Return Of Xander Cage', Deepika has carved a niche for herself in the international circuit. After her Hollywood debut, reports that were churned out of the rumour mill had been that the actress will mark her debut at the Oscars this year. Well, this buzz took the internet by storm and created top-notch excitement among fans. Not exxagerating, her fans also started anticipating her haute couture dress that she woul...

February 24, 2017 21:54:10 PM

Oscars 2017: 8 Deserving Films That Were Snubbed By The Academy This Year

With the Oscars right around the corner, a time when the world unites to celebrate the fantastic achievements in cinema over the last year, let’s kick things off by taking the easy route and complaining about all the snubs. First things first. A snub, it should be made clear, is not simply a film that has been ignored. To qualify as a ‘snub’, a film must be in serious contention to get nominated in at least one category. So, for the purposes of this list, we won’t be l...

February 25, 2017 18:00:56 PM

Hot Scoop: Deepika Padukone To Grace Oscars 2017?

Deepika Padukone has claimed global recognition with her Hollywood maiden action film xXx: Return of Xander Cage. The latest news is that the actress is all set to attend the success party of her Hollywood film with Vin Diesel in LA, this week. If we go by Deepika’s stylist, Elizabeth Saltzman’s Instagram post, the actress might walk the red carpet at the forthcoming Academy Awards 2017 ceremony. Officially it has yet not been announced but Deepika’s arrival in LA and Elizab...

February 24, 2017 21:26:54 PM

Oscar nominations announced: Dev Patel Gets A Nod For Lion

The nominations for the 89th Academy Awards were announced on Tuesday evening at the Samuel Goldwyn Theatre by director Jason Reitman, Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs, actresses Brie Larson and Jennifer Hudson, actor Ken Watanabe, and cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki. Slumdog Millionaire star Dev Patel was nominated for his role in Lion. The candy-colored love letter to musicals La La Land landed a record-tying 14 Academy Awards nominations, matching it with Titanic and All About Eve fo...

January 24, 2017 20:19:23 PM

Major Oscar Contenders La La Land, Arrival, Moonlight & Others Leak Online

Like clockwork, a slew of films being touted as front-runners at this year’s Oscars - Moonlight, La La Land, Arrival, Hidden Figures, Fences and Patriots Day - have been leaked online. The leak of awards contenders is a routine event around this time of the year. Screener copies are sent to voters, and since most of them are streamed these days - as opposed to viewed on hard copies - their being leaked becomes more likely. Read more: 4 Lessons That Modern Bollywood Romantic Movies ...

January 17, 2017 13:25:40 PM

I Have Lived It: Denzel Washington On Lack Of Diversity At Oscars

American actor-director-producer Denzel Washington is widely regarded as an outstanding leading man. He is the only African-American to take home two Academy Awards in the acting category. He was bestowed with the Best Actor in a Supporting Role award in 1990 for Edward Zwick’s epic war film ‘Glory’ and Best Actor in a Leading Role award in 2002 for Antoine Fuqua’s neo-noir crime thriller ‘Training Day’. Recently, Washington shared about having experienced ...

December 21, 2016 13:30:43 PM

Know Jimmy Kimmel’s Pay For Hosting 2017 Oscars Ceremony

After hosting the esteemed 68th Primetime Emmy Awards this year, Jimmy Kimmel has bagged an even more prestigious opportunity. He has been booked to host the 89th Academy Awards ceremony. The news went viral on December 5. Reportedly, he is being paid USD 15,000 to host the event. Although the pay seems to be lower than the 49-year-old man usually charges, but he is happy that he got a chance to be a part of such a celebrated event. He joked over the sum which being paid to him by saying, &ld...

December 21, 2016 13:34:01 PM

A.R. Rahman Is In The Oscar Race Again! Details Inside.

Will the Mozart of Madras make India immensely proud again? A. R. Rahman, in addition to gifting us with mesmerising music, he has always made his country proud. After winning Oscars for Slumdog Millionaire in 2009, the music genius has again joined the race for Oscars. A. R. Rahman has been nominated once again at the Academy Awards for his work on sports biopic Pele: Birth of a Legend. Rahman has found mention in both Best Original Score and Best Original Song long list of 89th Academy...

December 21, 2016 13:33:55 PM

It's Confirmed: Jimmy Kimmel Will Host 2017 Oscars

After months of ambiguity over who will host the grand celebration in Hollywood, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences seemed to have finally settled on its choice as it has announced that the 2017 Oscars ceremony which will take place in February will be hosted by none other than the US comedian and talk show host Jimmy Kimmel. The 49-year-old comedian hosts ‘Late Night with Jimmy Kimmel’ which is broadcasted on the ABC television. However, Jimmy has earlier hosted Amer...

December 06, 2016 21:05:55 PM

'Wasn’t Expecting Visaaranai's Oscars Entry’, Says Vetri Maaran

Kollywood fans are rejoicing. After the gap of 16 years, a Tamil movie has been selected as India’s official entry to Oscar. It was Kamal Haasan’s Hey Ram and now the work of Vetri Maaran’s spine chilling Visaaranai is being rewarded. The movie is based on a novel form M. Chandrakumar, Lock Up, highlighting the cruelty of police. "This - the film going for the Oscars announcement - was a very unexpected thing. But we are happy. And when I when I think this is the beginning o...

December 21, 2016 13:39:42 PM

Jackie Chan To Receive Lifetime Achievement Oscar

According to recent reports, Jackie Chan is all set to be awarded a lifetime achievement Oscar. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that the Hong Kong-born action star and martial artist will be receiving the accolade for his extraordinary contribution in films. The Kung Fu Panda actor will join documentary maker Frederick Wiseman, British film editor Anne V. Coates and casting director Lynn Stalmaster as recipients of the 2016 Governors Awards. The Academy of M...

December 21, 2016 13:45:05 PM