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Sean Penn chooses Ukraine visit over receiving Oscar for One Battle After Another; President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls him a ‘true friend’ | Hollywood News

Sean Penn chooses Ukraine visit over receiving Oscar for One Battle After Another; President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls him a ‘true friend’ | Hollywood News

4 min readKyivMar 17, 2026 12:06 PM IST On Sunday, Sean Penn won his third Oscar at the 98th Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actor for his performance of Colonel Steven J Lockjaw in Paul Thomas Anderson’s period political drama One Battle After Another. However, he gave the ceremony a miss, prompting the presenter, actor Kieran Culkin, to receive the award on his behalf. “He couldn’t be here tonight, or he didn’t want to,” Kieran Culkin said on the stage, sporting his irreverent humour. The latter case turned out to be true as Penn was instead spotting in Ukraine. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted a photo of him meeting with Penn on his social media on Monday, with the message “Because of you, Sean, we know what a true friend of Ukraine is. You have been with Ukraine since the first day of the full-scale war. And today as well. And we know that you will continue to stand with our country and our people.” Sean, thanks to you, we know what a true friend …

Sean Penn didn’t accept his Oscar as he was on a train to war-torn Ukraine at the time, met Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Sean Penn didn’t accept his Oscar as he was on a train to war-torn Ukraine at the time, met Volodymyr Zelenskyy

It was one of the highlights of an eventful 98th Academy Awards evening when Sean Penn, the winner of the Best Supporting Actor for One Battle After Another, was not present to accept his award. Even as presenter Kieran Culkin kept it light in accepting the honour on his behalf, many wondered why Sean Penn did not attend the ceremony, where he was a favourite to win. Actor Sean Penn with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv. Sean Penn skips Oscars for Ukraine A video that emerged hours later cleared all that. On Monday, Sean was spotted stepping out of a train carriage in central Kyiv, thousands of miles away from the glitz of Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre, where the Oscars were held. The 65-year-old actor skipped Sunday’s ceremony to travel to meet Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the war-battered capital. Ukraine’s state railway operator posted a short video clip of the three-time Oscar winner getting out of the train in the morning, saying it had kept his trip a secret until the very last moment. …

Hema Malini says ‘it’s a shame’ Dharmendra was left out of Oscars In Memoriam segment: ‘He was recognised everywhere’

Hema Malini says ‘it’s a shame’ Dharmendra was left out of Oscars In Memoriam segment: ‘He was recognised everywhere’

Bollywood veteran Dharmendra passed away at the age of 89 in November 2025. However, when the legendary actor was not mentioned in the In Memoriam segment at the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday, his wife, Hema Malini, expressed her disappointment, calling it “a shame”. Hema Malini reacts to no mention of Dharmendra in the Oscars In Memoriam segment. Hema Malini reacts to Dharmendra not being mentioned in the In Memoriam segment of the Oscars In an interview with Subhash K Jha for Bollywood Hungama, Hema reacted to his omission from the Oscars tribute and said, “It is a shame, of course. A shame for them to have overlooked an actor who means so many things to so many people in many parts of the world. Dharamji was known and recognised everywhere.” She added, “He never got too many awards during his lifetime. Why should he care about the Oscars? Both of us were happy to be loved in our country. But awards always eluded him. Even I didn’t get any award for my best performances …

Exclusive | Hema Malini on Dharmendra missing from Oscars’ In Memoriam: They should’ve mentioned his name

Exclusive | Hema Malini on Dharmendra missing from Oscars’ In Memoriam: They should’ve mentioned his name

The Academy Awards missing out on legendary Indian actor, late Dharmendra‘s mention in the In Memoriam section has not gone down well with his fans. Social media, since Monday morning, has been reacting strongly to the miss on the televised ceremony. His name, along with other Indian greats like late actor Manoj Kumar was added on the website, but it seems it all happened too little too late. The Academy Awards’ televised ceremony didn’t feature Indian legend Dharmendra When HT City reaches out to actor-politician Hema Malini, Dharmendra’s wife, she reassures his fans in turn, “Personally Dharam ji never bothered about all this! The love from his fans was above everything. I thank everyone fore their concern, and for remembering him with such affection even now. The love and respect people have for Dharmendra means a great deal to us.” But she mentions in the same breath, “Oscars should have mentioned Dharam ji’s name certainly.” With a career spanning five decades, Dharmendra was after all one of the biggest stars Indian cinema had ever seen. …

Leonardo DiCaprio hard launches girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti at the Oscars, sits beside each other during ceremony

Leonardo DiCaprio hard launches girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti at the Oscars, sits beside each other during ceremony

Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio and Italian model Vittoria Ceretti made a rare public appearance together at the Academy Awards on March 15, stepping out as a couple at the ceremony held at the Dolby Theatre. The outing marked the first time the pair attended the Oscars together since their relationship began nearly three years ago. Leonardo DiCaprio, nominated for Best Actor, wore a classic tuxedo, while Vittoria Ceretti made her debut in a striking red gown at the Oscars ceremony. Leonardo make first Oscar appearance with girlfriend Despite arriving at the venue for the same high-profile event, Leonardo initially walked the red carpet alone, keeping with his usual low-key approach to public appearances. Vittoria, meanwhile, joined him inside the theatre, where broadcast cameras later captured the couple seated together during the ceremony. Known for maintaining a largely private relationship, the duo offered a rare glimpse of their dynamic as they watched the awards show together. Leonardo, 51, was among the nominees of the night, earning a Best Actor nomination for his role in the film …

Oscars 2026: Mother Of Murdered Schoolgirl Says ‘Her Bedroom Has Been Frozen In Time’ As All The Empty Rooms Wins | Hollywood News

Oscars 2026: Mother Of Murdered Schoolgirl Says ‘Her Bedroom Has Been Frozen In Time’ As All The Empty Rooms Wins | Hollywood News

Last Updated:March 16, 2026, 10:27 IST At the 2026 Oscars, “All the Empty Rooms” by Joshua Seftel and Conall Jones won Best Documentary Short Film. It moved the audience with a mother’s words on her daughter’s bedroom. Oscars 2026: Heartbreaking Moment As Mother Of School Shooting Victim Speaks During ‘All The Empty Rooms’ Win The 2026 Oscars had its share of glamour and celebration, but one moment quietly stole the spotlight and left the room deeply moved. When the documentary short All the Empty Rooms was announced as the winner, the spotlight shifted from Hollywood to a heartbreaking real-life story and a mother’s words about her daughter’s room that remains exactly as she left it. Directed by Joshua Seftel and Conall Jones, All the Empty Rooms took home the Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film at the Academy Awards. The film explores the emotional aftermath of school shootings in the United States by focusing on the bedrooms of children who lost their lives in such tragedies. For the filmmakers, the victory marked a significant milestone. …

Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas escape mishap before outing at Oscars 2026 red carpet. Watch shocking video

Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas escape mishap before outing at Oscars 2026 red carpet. Watch shocking video

Celebrity couple Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra turned heads as they brought a touch of desi glamour to the star-studded red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards. But their glamorous outing nearly took a dramatic turn moments earlier, when the golf cart ferrying them to the Oscars venue almost tipped over. Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas experienced a tense moment before their outing on the Oscars red carpet. Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas escape mishap before Oscars outing On March 15, Priyanka made a stylish appearance at the 98th Academy Awards with husband Nick by her side. Soon after, several videos of the couple arriving at the red carpet began circulating on social media. In one of the clips, the duo can be seen being driven to the venue in a golf cart before stepping out for their much-awaited red carpet moment. A video of the incident, first shared by TMZ, shows Priyanka and Nick seated in the golf cart as it sped toward the venue. The cart appeared to pick up pace as staff rushed …

Dharmendra left out of Oscars 2026 In Memoriam segment, angry fans say: ‘Just a Hollywood show, not truly international’

Dharmendra left out of Oscars 2026 In Memoriam segment, angry fans say: ‘Just a Hollywood show, not truly international’

The 98th Academy Awards were held in Los Angeles on Sunday night, honouring the best and brightest from Hollywood’s 2025 slate. The evening also saw an extended In Memoriam segment, honouring the actors, filmmakers, and technicians who passed away in the past year. And even as cine legends like Robert Redford and Rob Reiner’s careers were celebrated, Indian fans were miffed that Bollywood legend Dharmendra failed to even find a mention. Bollywood legend Dharmendra’s name was missing from 2026 Oscars’ In Memoriam segment. Oscars 2026 In Memoriam segment The In Memoriam segment at this year’s Oscars was the longest in the awards show’s history. The organisers had said they would do something ‘different’ this year instead of just a video playing on screen. This difference included two segments within the segment, wherein Rob Reiner and Robert Redford were honoured by their colleagues. Director Rob Reiner was honoured by Billy Crystal, the star of his iconic film When Harry Met Sally. Barbra Streisand, who played opposite Robert Redford in The Way We Were, called him a …

Inside Priyanka Chopra’s pre-Oscars weekend: From what she wore to glimpses of candlelit dinner and 2026 Oscars schedule

Inside Priyanka Chopra’s pre-Oscars weekend: From what she wore to glimpses of candlelit dinner and 2026 Oscars schedule

Priyanka Chopra is basking in the glow of the Oscars. The The Bluff star, who is set to be one of the presenters at the 2026 Academy Awards ceremony tomorrow, attended a pre-Oscars dinner party hosted by Rolex, which was followed by a picnic breakfast the next day. She was joined by her manager Anjula Acharia, American political staffer Huma Abedin, and creative campaign organiser Dana Supnick Guidoni. Check out what the ladies wore to the event! (Instagram) Also Read | Globetrotter Priyanka Chopra shares her 1 piece of advice for jetsetters: ‘I hate being called back…’ Anjula Acharia shared glimpses from the elegant evening on her Instagram stories on March 14, posting photos and selfies with fellow guests. The snapshots offered a peek into the beautifully candlelit dinner setup, along with her invitation to the event, the programme for the 98th Oscars weekend, and moments from a relaxed pre-Oscars picnic. Here’s what the girls wore! Priyanka Chopra stuns in polka spaghetti dress for pre-Oscars picnic Priyanka Chopra stole the spotlight in a striking black …

Fans react as Emma Watson looks ‘adorably’ at Priyanka Chopra at dinner event ahead of Academy Awards: She idolises her

Fans react as Emma Watson looks ‘adorably’ at Priyanka Chopra at dinner event ahead of Academy Awards: She idolises her

Actor Priyanka Chopra and her husband-singer Nick Jonas, recently attended an intimate pre-Oscars dinner hosted by W Magazine and Dior in Beverly Hills, California. Several pictures from the event, which took place just days ahead of the Academy Awards, emerged on social media platforms. Priyanka Chopra and Emma Watson were seen at a pre-Oscar event, which was also attended by many other celebrities. Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas, Emma Watson attend dinner in California The event was also attended by Emma Watson, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Macaulay Culkin, among others. Priyanka posed with Emma and Tracee Ellis Ross for pictures. A particular photo caught fans’ eyes in which Emma looked lovingly at Priyanka as she spoke and laughed with Tracee. What fans said about Priyanka and Emma’s pics Reacting to the photo, a fan said, “Find someone who looks at you the way Emma Watson is looking at Priyanka Chopra. Literally my Indian Potterhead dreams coming true.” A person wrote, “Emma Watson is in awe of Priyanka Chopra. It’s so obvious!” A tweet read, “Priyanka Chopra …