The grandest celebration of the silver screen is about to commence! With anticipation and excitement building up, the countdown to the coveted 95th Academy Awards this year has begun. Oscars 2023 promises to be an event like no other, bringing together the biggest stars in the industry to celebrate each other's achievements at Hollywood's Dolby Theatre on March 12 (March 13 as per IST).
But the excitement doesn't end there, as viewers worldwide will be able to join in on the spectacle as Disney+ Hotstar. As you eagerly await this year’s Oscar winners, here are compelling reasons to block your calendars to watch a fulfilling night of glitz and glamour:
Jimmy Kimmel Takes The Stage Once Again As Host
The two-time (soon-to-be three-time) Jimmy Kimmel is set to bring back his wit to the glorious stage of the Oscars this year. The revered Friday night talk show host has been a fan favourite to host the Oscars and has finally returned to the mainstage.
Hollywood's Big Night Shines With Dazzling Music Performances
Get Ready for a star-studded musical extravaganza at the Oscars®: Rihanna will perform 'Lift Me Up' from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Along with her, David Byrne, Stephanie Hsu and Son Lux will perform 'This Is A Life,' Sofia Carson and Diane Warren to Wow with 'Applause,' and Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava will make their debut with 'Naatu Naatu' from RRR!
Disney+ Hotstar Dominates With Multiple Nominations Across Categories
Disney+ Hotstar shines in its spotlight with multiple nominations in categories including Best Picture, Best Animated Feature, Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Actress in Supporting Role. To name a few, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has gained five nominations. The Banshees of Inisherin has nine nominations with key nominations being in Best Picture and Best Actor. Turning Red has been nominated for Best Animated Feature Film. RRR has been nominated for Best Original Song. Le Pupille has been nominated for the Best Live Action Short Film Award.
‘RRR’s ‘Naatu Naatu’ Gets Oscar Nomination
Director SS Rajamouli’s historical epic RRR has scored a nomination in the Best Original Song category at the upcoming 95th Academy Awards. In the Best Original Song category, RRR's song Naatu Naatu is competing with Applause (Tell It Like A Woman), Hold My Hand (Top Gun: Maverick), Lift Me Up (Black Panther: Wakanda Forever), and This is a Life (Everything Everywhere All At Once). RRR’s nomination is the biggest achievement for Indian cinema at the Oscars since Lagaan was nominated in the Best Foreign Language Film category over two decades ago. Audiences are also thrilled to see them perform!
Deepika Padukone Becomes The Sole Indian Presenter At The Oscars
The Queen of Bollywood, Deepika Padukone will be at the Oscars joining a list of exclusive celebrities who will be presenting awards at the ceremony. She is India’s sole representative among the presenters.
Catch the Oscars this year on Disney+ Hotstar for thrilling performances and a laughter riot with Jimmy Kimmel.
