Oscars 2024 Highlights: Oppenheimer wins best picture and six other categories

Explore the standout moments and triumphs of the Oscars 2024, where cinematic excellence and talent were in the spotlight.

Published on: Mar 11, 2024 10:28 AM IST

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The Oscars 2024 brought a wave of excitement and recognition as Oppenheimer emerged victorious, clinching the prestigious Best Picture award along with six other accolades. This historical thriller directed by Christopher Nolan made a significant impact at the 96th Academy Awards, captivating audiences and critics alike with its compelling narrative and stellar performances  (REUTERS)

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Irish actor Cillian Murphy has won his first Oscar for Best Actor, honored for his highly acclaimed performance in Oppenheimer.  (REUTERS)

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In closing, Cillian Murphy said, "We made a film about the man who created the atomic bomb, and for better or for worse, we're all living in Oppenheimer's world, so I'd really like to dedicate this to the peacemakers everywhere," as per Deadline, a US-based media outlet.  (AP)

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Ryan Gosling delighted the audience with a performance of "I'm Just Ken" at the 96th Academy Awards.  (REUTERS)

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Just before the ceremony began, the crowd in the bleachers all shouted in unison, "Hi Barbie!" as Margot Robbie arrived on the red carpet.  (REUTERS)

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Osage singers and dancers made a magnificent entrance down the steps of the Dolby Theatre, adorned in vibrant, traditional attire.  (REUTERS)

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Christopher Nolan took home the trophy for Best Picture for Oppenheimer.  (AP)

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Jamie Lee Curtis kissed the hand of one fan at the 96th Academy Awards. (AP)

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Siblings Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell performed their Oscar-winning song "What Was I Made For?" from Barbie. (AP)

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On the red carpet, Emily Blunt made her way over to greet Oppenheimer director Christopher Nolan and producer Emma Thomas.  (REUTERS)

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Later in the evening, Emma Stone won the Oscar for her role in Poor Things. Her speech was memorable, partly due to a wardrobe malfunction — a broken zipper split the back of her dress.  (AP)

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Ramy Youssef pretended to be a red carpet photographer and playfully took hold of a camera.  (AP)

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Oppenheimer emerged as the clear favorite of the awards season, winning its seventh Oscar tonight. The film was nominated in 13 categories.  (REUTERS)

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The evening concluded with a major victory for Oppenheimer, a successful hosting performance by Jimmy Kimmel, and a comedic gathering of stars hugging on stage in an SNL-style union.  (via REUTERS)