Oscars 2026: Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas Shine on the Red Carpet

Oscars 2026 live updates: Timothee Chalamet, Jessie Buckley, and more have graced the red carpet for Hollywood's most prestigious night.

This year's best-picture competition is particularly unpredictable, with the vampire blockbuster "Sinners" and the darkly comic thriller "One Battle After Another" in the running.

Security was tight as Hollywood's elite walked a red carpet designed to resemble a Zen garden, aiming to instill calm amidst current global chaos. The ceremony's organizers coordinated with federal authorities following warnings about potential threats. However, officials confirmed there was no credible danger.

Hosted by Conan O'Brien for the second year in a row, the ceremony features a fierce competition, highlighted by "Sinners" earning a record 16 nominations—the most in Oscar history. This year's awards arrive during a time when Hollywood faces geopolitical tensions and growing concerns about artificial intelligence.

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas made a striking entrance on the red carpet, with Priyanka in a stunning white, bridal-inspired gown from Dior, accessorized with a dazzling Bvlgari necklace, while Nick donned a chic brown suede suit.

In the early announcements, Amy Madigan won the first Oscar of the night for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Aunt Gladys in the movie "Weapons." Additionally, "K-pop Demon Hunters" took home the Oscar for Best Animated Feature, while "The Girl Who Cried Pearls" won Best Animated Short.

The Academy has implemented new voting rules this year to ensure that voters have actually watched the films they are voting on. For the first time, the online balloting system tracks if a voter has streamed each film.

The Oscars 2026 are available for streaming in India via JioHotstar starting at 4:30 AM.