Oscars 2024 Highlights: Oppenheimer Wins Best Picture, Cillian Murphy Bags Best Actor, Christopher Nolan Best Director

ABPLive brings you live updates from the 96th edition of the Oscars, also known as the Academy Awards.

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New Delhi:  The Oscars, also known as the Academy Awards, is one of the most prestigious events in the entertainment industry, celebrating excellence in filmmaking. As the 96th edition approaches, cinephiles around the world are eagerly anticipating the glitz, glamour, and excitement that accompany this star-studded affair. In this blog post, we'll provide all the details you need to ensure you don't miss a moment of Hollywood's biggest night.Streaming Time and Date:The 96th Academy Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on March 10, at Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles. For Indian viewers, the Oscars 2024 are scheduled for March 11 at 4:00 a.m. ISTWhere to Tune in for Oscars 2024?For viewers eager to catch the Oscars 2024 live, ABC remains the go-to channel, broadcasting the event as it does every year. Those in India can stream the ceremony live on Disney+Hotstar.Who Will Host Oscars 2024?Jimmy Kimmel, the seasoned comedian and talk show host, will return to host the Oscars for the fourth time in March 2024. Adding to the excitement, Billie Eilish and Ryan Gosling are set to grace the stage, performing Oscar-nominated songs from the films.Presenters at Oscars 2024This year's lineup of presenters promises star-studded moments, featuring Jamie Lee Curtis, John Mulaney, Michelle Yeoh, Dwayne Johnson, Mahershala Ali, and many more luminaries from the entertainment world.Top Nominees for Oscars 2024Here's a glimpse of some of the top contenders in key categories for the Oscars 2024:Best Picture- American Fiction- Anatomy of a Fall- Barbie- The Holdovers- Killers of the Flower Moon- Maestro- Oppenheimer- Past Lives- Poor Things- The Zone of InterestBest Directing- Anatomy of a Fall directed by Justine Triet- Killers of the Flower Moon directed by Martin Scorsese- Oppenheimer directed by Christopher Nolan- Poor Things directed by Yorgos Lanthimos- The Zone of Interest directed by Jonathan GlazerBest Actress in a Leading Role- Annette Bening for Nyad- Lily Gladstone for Killers of the Flower Moon- Sandra Hüller for Anatomy of a Fall- Carey Mulligan for Maestro- Emma Stone for Poor ThingsBest Cinematography- El Conde – Cinematography by Edward Lachman- Killers of the Flower Moon – Cinematography by Rodrigo Prieto- Maestro – Cinematography by Matthew Libatique- Oppenheimer – Cinematography by Hoyte van Hoytema- Poor Things – Cinematography details not provided 

11/03/2024 10:42:57

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Indian Art Designer Nitin Chandrakant Desai Remembered 'In Memoriam'

Esteemed production designer Nitin Desai, recognized for crafting sets in blockbuster films like the Oscar-nominated 'Lagaan' and 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam,' was posthumously acknowledged in the 'In Memoriam' segment during the 96th Academy Awards.

As an annual tradition, the Academy Awards dedicate a segment, known as 'In Memoriam,' to pay tribute to industry legends who have passed away in the preceding year, featuring a montage that commemorates their contributions. Read the full story here.

11/03/2024 09:39:41

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: John Cena turned up naked to present Best Costume Design award

Wrestler and actor John Cena brought an unexpected and amusing twist to the 96th Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles. Cena made a bold entrance onto the Oscars stage, appearing naked as he presented the award for Best Costume Design to 'Poor Things.' Click here to read the full story

11/03/2024 08:31:40

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Full list of winners

Christopher Nolan-directorial 'Oppenheimer' was the leading winner at the 96th Academy Awards with seven wins, including Best Picture, director, actor, and supporting actor. Click here for full list of winners

11/03/2024 07:55:47

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Oppenheimer Wins Best Picture

Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer wins Best Picture. With this, the film won seven Oscars out of 13 nominations at the 96th Academy Awards. Actor Al Pacino presented the award.

11/03/2024 07:49:44

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Emma Stone Wins Best Actress for Poor Things

Emma Stone won Best Actress award for portraying Bella Baxter in Poor Things. This is her second Oscar win after 2017.

11/03/2024 07:38:15

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Christopher Nolan Wins Best Director For Oppenheimer

Christopher Nolan bagged Best Director award for Oppenheimer, making it the sixth victory for the film at the 96th Academy Awards.

11/03/2024 07:36:46

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Cillian Murphy Wins Best Actor For Oppenheimer

Cillian Murphy wins Best Actor award for Oppenheimer. This is his first Oscar win.

11/03/2024 07:14:08

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: 'What Was I Made For?' from Barbie wins Best Original Song

Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell win the Oscar for Best Original Song for 'What Was I Made For?' from 'Barbie'

11/03/2024 07:12:09

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Oppenheimer wins Best Original Score

Ludwig Göransson is the winner of this year's Best Original Score Oscar for 'Oppenheimer'.

11/03/2024 07:04:35

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: The Zone of Interest wins Best Sound

'The Zone of Interest' won the Oscars for Best Sound. Tarn Willers and Johnnie Burn received the award presented by John Mulaney.

11/03/2024 06:52:43

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: 'The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar' wins Best Live Action Short Film

'The Wonderful Story of Henry Suga'r wins Oscars for Best Live Action Short Film. The film is written, co-produced, and directed by Wes Anderson.

11/03/2024 06:46:52

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Oppenheimer wins Best Cinematography

Hoyte van Hoytema wins Best Cinematography for Christopher Nolan's directorial Oppenheimer.

11/03/2024 06:45:08

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: 20 Days in Mariupol bags award for Best Documentary Feature Film

'20 Days in Mariupol', directed by Mstyslav Chernov, wins this year's Best Documentary Feature Film. 'To Kill a Tiger', directed by India-born Canadian filmmaker Nisha Pahuja, lost in this category.

11/03/2024 06:37:11

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: The Last Repair Shop wins Best Documentary Short Film

Ben Proudfoot and Kris Bowers' 'The Last Repair Shop' wins the Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film.

11/03/2024 06:31:17

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Oppenheimer wins Best Film Editing

Jennifer Lame secured the Academy Award for Best Film Editing for his work in Christopher Nolan's biographical thriller 'Oppenheimer' . Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger presented the award.

11/03/2024 06:19:56

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Godzilla Minus One wins Best Visual Effects

'Godzilla Minus One' wins the Oscars for Best Visual Effects.

11/03/2024 06:15:32

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Robert Downey Jr. Wins Best Supporting Actor For Oppenheimer

Robert Downey Jr. Wins Best Supporting Actor For Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer for portraying Rear Admiral Lewis Strauss. It is Downey's first Oscar victory. 

11/03/2024 06:02:54

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: The Zone of Interest Is The Best International Feature Film

Jonathan Glazer's historical drama 'The Zone of Interest' won Best International Feature Film.

11/03/2024 05:55:15

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Poor Things wins Best Costume Design

'Poor Things' won its third Oscar of the night with Holly Waddington receiving the award for Best Costume Design. Prior to this, the film had already earned accolades for Best Production Design and Best Makeup and Hairstyling. 

11/03/2024 05:54:18

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Poor Things Wins Best Production Design

Yorgos Lanthimos' 'Poor Things' achieved back-to-back success at the Oscars by capturing the trophy for Best Production Design, adding to its earlier win for Best Makeup and Hairstyling. The film's production designers, James Price and Shona Heath, accepted the award.

11/03/2024 05:51:44

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Poor Things wins award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling

Nadia Stacey, Mark Coulier, and Josh Weston secured the award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling for 'Poor Things.' Actors Michael Keaton and Catherine O'Hara presented the prestigious accolade.

11/03/2024 05:50:21

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: American Fiction wins trophy for Best Adapted Screenplay

Cord Jefferson, the writer-director of 'American Fiction', won Best Adapted Screenplay at the Academy Awards. The comedy-drama, features Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, John Ortiz, and Erika Alexander. The award was presented by Oscar-winning actors Melissa McCarthy and Octavia Spencer.

11/03/2024 05:48:22

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Anatomy of a Fall Gets Best Original Screenplay

At the 96th Academy Awards ceremony, Justine Triet and Arthur Harari secured the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for their legal drama 'Anatomy of a Fall.' The award was presented by Oscar-winning actors Melissa McCarthy and Octavia Spencer.

11/03/2024 05:47:05

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: The Boy and the Heron bags award for Best Animated Feature

The Oscar for Best Animated Feature was secured by 'The Boy and the Heron,' a Japanese animated fantasy film directed by Hayao Miyazaki, during the 96th Academy Awards ceremony on Monday. Chris Hemsworth and Anya Taylor-Joy, the award presenters, graciously accepted the trophy on behalf of the film's team.

11/03/2024 05:45:59

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: User War Is Over gets Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film

The Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film won by War Is Over! Inspired by the Music of John and Yoko,' directed by Dave Mullins. Chris Hemsworth and Anya Taylor-Joy had the honor of presenting the prestigious award.

11/03/2024 05:44:35

Oscars 2024 Live Updates: Da'Vine Joy Randolph wins the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress

Da'Vine Joy Randolph wins the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for The Holdovers.