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Jan 26, 2026 2:05 PM - Connect Newsroom - Jasmine Singh
The nominations for the 98th Academy Awards are finally out, drawing the curtain on weeks of intense speculation around the world.
Attention in Hollywood has turned to the films dominating the 2026 Oscars conversation. Heavyweights like One Battle After Another and Sinners have surged ahead, establishing themselves as strong players across multiple categories.
With the nominees now confirmed, anticipation is building for the main event scheduled for March 15. The 98th Academy Awards will be presented by Conan O’Brien, setting the stage for a high-profile evening honouring the year’s standout achievements in cinema.
Leading the pack is Ryan Coogler’s Sinners, which made Oscars history by earning a record-breaking 16 nominations. Josh Safdie’s Marty Supreme followed with 10 nods, while Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another secured an impressive 12 nominations.
