The 97th Academy Awards proceed despite Los Angeles wildfires, with Conan O'Brien as host. The Oscars, streaming live on Hulu for the first time, will feature past winners and focus on resilience. Best picture contenders include 'Anora' and 'Emilia Perez.' Demi Moore and Adrien Brody lead acting favorites. No original song performances are planned.
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Filmmaker Boney Kapoor shared insights into his transformation, including his hair transplant and weight loss journey. He also discussed his children's, Janhvi and Anshula Kapoor, weight loss efforts. Boney has lost 14 kgs and credited his kids for motivating him. His film 'No Entry 2' is set for a June 2025 shoot.
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