Priyanka Chopra Set to Present at the 98th Academy Awards

Global actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been announced as one of the presenters for the upcoming 98th Academy Awards, marking her return to the prestigious Oscars stage after nearly a decade. The ceremony is scheduled to take place on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

The announcement was made by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which revealed a list of prominent presenters who will take the stage during the awards night. Chopra will join a star-studded lineup that includes Hollywood actors Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Anne Hathaway, and Paul Mescal. The ceremony will be hosted by television personality and comedian Conan O’Brien.

This appearance marks Chopra’s return to the Oscars stage since she previously presented an award in 2016. At the time, she was transitioning into Hollywood with projects such as the American television series Quantico. Since then, the actor has continued to expand her international career through a range of film and streaming projects.

Chopra’s presence at the 2026 ceremony also reflects the increasing visibility of Indian artists in global entertainment spaces. In recent years, Indian cinema has gained significant recognition at the Academy Awards, most notably when the song Naatu Naatu from the film RRR won the Oscar for Best Original Song in 2023.

The Oscars remain one of the most anticipated events in the global film industry, celebrating achievements in cinema across categories including acting, directing, and technical crafts. With Chopra returning as a presenter alongside some of Hollywood’s biggest names, the ceremony is expected to draw significant international attention.

The 98th Academy Awards will be broadcast globally, with audiences in India able to watch the ceremony through official streaming and television partners.