Mugdha Das

Oscars 2025: Conan O'Brien says "Namaskar" to greet Indian viewers

Digital Desk: At the 97th Academy Awards, Conan O'Brien shocked Indian audiences by addressing them in Hindi. In his usual witty remarks, he paused to say, "Namaskar. Nashte ke saath Oscar kar rahe hai aap log." Conan O'Brien hosted the Oscars for the first time.

The 97th Oscars served up an unexpected treat—Conan O’Brien paused mid-monologue to greet Indian viewers: ‘Namaskar. Nashte ke saath Oscar kar rahe hai aap log.’
Translation: Hope you're having breakfast with the Oscars! ???????? #ConanOBrien #Oscars #NamasteHollywood pic.twitter.com/Kyivkk6rU0

— Calcutta Times (@Calcutta_Times) March 3, 2025

The Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles hosted the awards show. The major winners of the night were "Anora" for Best Picture, Adrien Brody in "The Brutalist" for Best Actor, Mikey Madison in "Anora" for Best Actress, Sean Baker in "Anora" for Best Director, Zoe Saldaña in "Emilia Pérez" for Best Supporting Actress and Kieran Culkin in "A Real Pain" for Best Supporting Actor.