Oscars 2026 | Global icon Priyanka Chopra will spread her magic, will present with Robert Downey Jr and Anne Hathaway

Priyanka Chopra, who has made her mark from Indian cinema to Hollywood, is ready to create history once again. The much-awaited list of presenters for the 98th Academy Awards (Oscars 2026) has been released, in which Priyanka’s name is included along with the world’s leading stars. On Friday, the Academy officially announced that Priyanka Chopra will be seen on the Oscar stage as a presenter this year. Along with him, big names like ‘Iron Man’ fame Robert Downey Jr. and Oscar winner Anne Hathaway are also included in this list.

 

 

This year, the Oscar nominations were announced on January 22, 2026, at an event hosted by actors Daniel Brooks and Lewis Pullman. The most nominated film of the year, Sinners, has emerged as the biggest contender for Oscars 2026. The Sinners also set a new record with 16 nominations in 24 categories.

On Friday morning, Priyanka Chopra also shared the announcement on social media, and updated her fans and followers about the news. In the caption he wrote, “2026 Academy Awards.”

Social media users immediately reacted to the post with congratulatory messages. Comedian Zakir Khan wrote, “Congratulations!! You are our hero (sic).” One fan commented, “This is a list of absolute icons and I am LIVING! This is so inspiring!.” Another user said, “I’m ready!!! An extra reason to enjoy the Oscars.”

For those who don’t know, The Bluff actress Priyanka Chopra previously presented at the 88th edition of the Academy Awards, which took place in 2016.

 

The prestigious 98th Academy Awards is scheduled to take place on March 15, 2026 at the Dolby Theater at Ovation Hollywood. The ceremony will air live on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 7PM ET / 4PM PT on ABC and stream on Hulu. In India, the live broadcast will be available on March 16, 2026 at 5:30 am IST.