Oscars 2024 | Your ultimate guide to the 96th Academy Awards: Where, when, and what to expect

Set your alarms for March 11th at 04:00 am IST to witness the star-studded affair.

Prepare for laughter and entertainment as comedian and talk show host Jimmy Kimmel returns for his fourth stint as Oscars host. Musical performances by Billie Eilish and Ryan Gosling, belting out nominated tunes from the silver screen, promise to elevate the evening's charm.

Among the contenders for the coveted Best Picture accolade are notable titles such as "American Fiction," "Barbie," and "Killers of the Flower Moon." The race is equally fierce across categories like Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Direction, featuring talents from around the globe.

As anticipation mounts, Hollywood's penchant for self-reflection and celebration of cinematic excellence is palpable. Whether it's the groundbreaking "Parasite" or the daringly original "Everything Everywhere All at Once" from last year, the Oscars consistently embrace diverse storytelling.

This year's narrative appears to lean towards honouring the traditional, showcasing the enduring allure of grand studio epics and the timeless magic of cinema.