Academy Awards had three hosts last year

Wanda Sykes, Amy Schumer, and Regina Hall hosted the Oscars 2022.

This was the first time in 35 years since three people hosted the event.

Furthermore, this is the first time three women have been hosts for the same event at the same time.

Indian PM celebrates Naatu Naatu’s ‘exceptional’ Oscar win

Narendra Modi has said India is “elated and proud” after the song Naatu Naatu from Bollywood blockbuster RRR won the Oscar for best original music score.

The track, which beat competition from pop titans Rihanna and Lady Gaga, has already seen great success during the 2023 awards season, having scooped best song accolades at both the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards.

The song’s catchy chorus, from MM Keeravani and Chandrabose, has enthralled music fans across the world and has become the first song from an Indian film to pick up the best original music score Academy Award.

On accepting the award, 61-year-old Keeravani said: “I grew up listening to The Carpenters and now here I am with the Oscars.”

He went on to sing to the melody of pop song Top Of The World with bespoke lyrics: “There was only one wish on my mind… RRR has to win, pride of every Indian, and must put me on top of your world.”

After the win was broadcast, Indian prime minister Mr Modi tweeted: “Exceptional! The popularity of ‘Naatu Naatu’ is global. It will be a song that will be remembered for years to come. Congratulations to @mmkeeravaani, @boselyricist and the entire team for this prestigious honour.

“India is elated and proud. #Oscars.”

Elvis received eight nominations

During this year’s Academy Awards, Elvis was nominated for eight awards including Best Picture.

Austin Butler, who portrayed Elvis Presley, received a Best Actor nomination.

The film was also nominated for Best Cinematography, Best Product Design, Best Costume Design, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Best Film Editing and Best Sound.