Oscars 2025 LIVE updates: Conan O’Brien makes his Academy Awards hosting debut

New Delhi: And, the biggest awards night in Hollywood is finally here! Oscars 2025, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), is underway at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles.

With light rain in the forecast, some of the biggest celebrities from the world of entertainment are bringing glitz and glamour to the red carpet at the 97th Academy Awards ceremony. The star-studded event is being hosted by comedian and podcaster Conan O’Brien, who is all set to elevate the entertainment quotient with his signature wit and charm.

When it comes to nominations, leading the race is Netflix’s Emilia Pérez with 13 mentions. However, things took an unexpected turn following an uproar over years-old offensive tweets by its star Karla Sofía Gascón.

Also making waves are The Brutalist and the musical hit Wicked, both securing 10 nominations each. It will be exciting to see who takes home the prestigious trophy.

Joining the ceremony are last year’s acting winners: Emma Stone, Robert Downey Jr, Cillian Murphy, and Da’Vine Joy Randolph. Not to forget, an exciting lineup of performances is set to enthrall viewers.