A large billboard sign featuring an Oscar statuette towers over Hollywood Boulevard in California.
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The 98th Academy Awards, popularly known as The Oscars, are set to be held on Sunday (March 15, 2026) at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, honouring the best films of 2025. This annual event brings together filmmakers and celebrities for an evening dedicated to recognising outstanding achievements in cinema.
The ceremony will be broadcast live, allowing audiences worldwide to catch the awards, performances, and notable moments as they happen.
Comedian Conan O’Brien will return as host for the second consecutive year, setting the stage alight with his presence and guiding the audience through the evening’s celebrations. Moreover, this year, actor Priyanka Chopra will be presenting at the 98th Academy Awards, joining prominent stars such as Robert Downey Jr. and Anne Hathaway.
Movie fans can look forward to watching the ceremony on television or via various streaming platforms. Here’s a rundown of when and where to watch the big event.
Oscar 2026 timing
In India, the 98th Academy Awards will be broadcast live at 4.30 a.m. IST on March 16, 2026.
The 98th Academy Awards will air at 7.00 p.m. EDT (Eastern Daylight Time), 4.00 p.m. PDT (Pacific Daylight Time), 11.00 p.m. GMT (Greenwich Mean Time), or 7.00 a.m. CST (Central Standard Time) on March 15.
Where to watch the Oscars?
The entertainment industry is buzzing with anticipation over which nominees are making it to the top, as well as performances that will capture the attention of the global population. For comprehensive coverage, visit Oscar.com and Oscars.org, where you can find detailed information about this year’s nominees, categories and the voting process. These websites often feature exclusive interviews and insights into the nominations and the show.
Viewers can also visit the Academy’s social media platforms, including Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook, for more information.
Viewers can explore the following options for streaming:
1. Indian audiences will be able to watch the 2026 Oscars on Star Movies and JioHotstar.
2. For viewers in United States, Oscars 2026 will be broadcast live on the ABC network.
3. Streaming Live on Hulu: For the first time, ABC is offering live streaming of its content on Hulu. This is particularly appealing to viewers globally.
Global viewers should check with their local listing to see broadcast details.
Published – March 10, 2026 02:20 pm IST
