Tag: film
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2026 Oscars Highlights: Winners, Best Moments & More
The 98th Academy Awards: A Night of Rivalries, Tributes, and Historic Wins The 2026 Oscars (98th Academy Awards) lit up Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre on March 15, honoring the best films of 2025. Hosted once again by Conan O’Brien, the ceremony balanced sharp comedy with heartfelt tributes, creating a night that was both celebratory and reflective.…
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Alia Bhatt Shines at BAFTA 2026 with a Heartfelt ‘Namaskar’
Alia Bhatt Brings a Touch of Hindi and Heart to the BAFTAs At BAFTA 2026, Alia Bhatt celebrates her Indian roots with a graceful “Namaskar” — turning a global moment into something uniquely hers. A Proud Indian Moment on the Global Stage When Alia Bhatt said “Namaskar” on the BAFTA stage, the world smiled. Making…
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The 98th Oscars Nominees Luncheon: A Glamorous Prelude
A Golden Gathering: Inside the 98th Oscars Nominees Luncheon If Oscar night is Hollywood’s dazzling crescendo, the Nominees Luncheon is its warm, glittering overture — and the 98th edition shimmered with exactly that blend of prestige, playfulness, and possibility. On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the historic Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills opened its grand ballroom…
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2026 Oscars Nominations: Sinners Dominates the List
Oscar 2026 Nominations Announced: Sinners Makes History with Record-Breaking 16 Nods The curtain has officially risen on Hollywood’s biggest night. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled the nominations for this year’s Academy Awards, setting the stage for a blockbuster awards season that celebrates the finest films, performances, and creative talent of…
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Star-Studded Moments from the 2026 Golden Globe Awards
Golden Globe Awards 2026: A Night of Stars, Surprises & Unforgettable Moments By CitiTimes Editorial Desk The 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards lit up Los Angeles on January 11, 2026, honoring the year’s most outstanding achievements in film, television, and even podcasting. This year’s event, hosted once again by the irrepressibly funny Nikki Glaser, brought…
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Alia Bhatt: Bridging Cinema Across Cultures
Alia Bhatt Honoured with Golden Globes Horizon Award at Red Sea International Film Festival In a landmark moment for Indian cinema on the global stage, Alia Bhatt was awarded the Golden Globes Horizon Award at the 5th Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in December 2025. The honour recognizes her growing influence…
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2026 Critics’ Choice Awards: Shaping Awards Season
Critics’ Choice Awards 2026: A Night That Set the Tone for the Season On Sunday, January 4, 2026, the global film and television industry gathered at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, for the 31st Annual Critics’ Choice Awards—one of the most closely watched bellwethers of the awards season. Hosted by comedian and television…
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Key Winners at the 37th Palm Springs Film Awards
Highlights from the 37th Annual Palm Springs International Film Awards – January 3, 2026 The 37th Annual Palm Springs International Film Awards kicked off awards season with glamour, inspiration, and standout cinematic achievements on January 3, 2026, at the Palm Springs Convention Center in Southern California. The gala, part of the broader 37th Palm Springs…
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Lights, camera, shortlist! The Academy just dropped its picks for the 98th Awards.
Oscar Buzz Begins: The Academy Announces 98th Awards Shortlists LOS ANGELES, CA, December 17, 2025 – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the shortlists in 12 categories for the 98th Academy Awards: Animated Short Film, Casting, Cinematography, Documentary Feature Film, Documentary Short Film, International Feature Film, Live Action Short Film, Makeup…
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Highlights from the 56th International Film Festival of India
The 56th International Film Festival of India: A Celebration of Global Cinema in Goa By CitiTimes Editorial Desk The curtains have drawn on the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), held in Panaji, Goa, from November 20–28, 2025. Over eight days, the festival reaffirmed its stature as one of Asia’s premier cinematic gatherings, bringing…
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IFFI 56: “Safe House” Captures ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal
Norwegian Film Safe House Wins the ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal at IFFI 56 The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), held in Goa, has announced its prestigious ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal winner for 2025: the Norwegian feature film Safe House. The award, presented annually in collaboration with UNESCO’s International Council for Film, Television and Audiovisual Communication…
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Exploring Global Cinema: 2026 International Feature Film Contenders
Spotlight on Global Cinema Academy Unveils List of International Feature Films Eligible for the Upcoming Oscars By CitiTimes Editorial Desk The Academy Awards are more than Hollywood’s annual celebration — they are a global stage where diverse voices converge. The International Feature Film category has become a powerful lens into the world’s cultural, political, and…
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ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal 2025: Celebrating Peace Through Cinema
Celebrating Cinema for Peace: The ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal at IFFI 2025 Each year, as the spotlight turns to the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, one special honor stands out for its moral resonance and universal appeal—the ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal. More than just a cinematic accolade, it celebrates storytelling that transcends borders and…
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Lucknow Named UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
UNESCO Designates 58 New Creative Cities — Lucknow Honoured for Gastronomy UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay has announced the designation of 58 new cities as part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN), expanding the network’s reach to 408 cities across 118 countries. These cities have been recognized for their strong commitment to placing culture, creativity,…
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Meet Shakti Shalini: The New Face of Mythical Horror Comedy
Shakti Shalini: Maddock’s Mythical Horror Comedy Aims to Redefine the Genre Emerging from the shadows of Thamma is a unique force. Maddock Films, the studio responsible for India’s most innovative horror-comedy universe, is set to unveil Shakti Shalini — a supernatural saga that promises to blend myth, madness, and mystique in ways we have never…
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Student Academy Awards: Pathway to 98th Oscars
– The Student Academy Awards Ceremony will be held for the first time in New York City. – All winning films are now eligible for the 98th Oscars. LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the winners of the 52nd Student Academy Awards® competition, recognizing 14 students for…
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Academy of Motion Picture Arts Announces 2025-2026 Board Members
The Academy has elected the Board of Governors for the 2025-2026 term. LOS ANGELES, CA, June 28, 2025 – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced its newly elected Board of Governors for 2025-2026. The governors will officially take office at the first scheduled board meeting of the new term. Marlee Matlin,…
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2025 Student Academy Awards: Submit Your Film Today
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced it is now accepting entries for the 2025 Student Academy Awards® competition. The deadline for submissions is May 18, 2025. The annual presentation ceremony for the International Student Film Awards will take place in New York City during the New York Film…
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Complete List of 2025 Academy Awards Nominations
The Academy announces the nominations for the 97th Oscars. The Oscars will air live on March 2 at 7 p.m. ET and 4 p.m. PT on ABC and Hulu. LOS ANGELES, CA, January 23, 2025 —Actors, writers, and comedians Rachel Sennott and Bowen Yang announced the nominations for the 97th Oscars today, January 23. The…
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Breaking: The Academy Announces Oscars 2025 Shortlists
The Academy has announced the shortlists for the Oscars in ten award categories. LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the shortlists for ten categories in the 97th Academy Awards®. The categories include Documentary Feature Film, Documentary Short Film, International Feature Film, Makeup and Hairstyling, Music (Original Score),…
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