The spotlight is on Hollywood's finest as the prestigious 31st annual Critics Choice Awards ceremony is set to unfold today, Sunday, January 4. The event, a key barometer of awards season success, will be held at the iconic Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. Adding a familiar touch of humour, comedian Chelsea Handler will helm the proceedings, marking her fourth straight year as host.
How and When to Watch the Ceremony in India
For fans in India, planning an early morning is essential to catch the glamour live. The main awards ceremony will be broadcast live starting at 4 p.m. Pacific Time / 7 p.m. Eastern Time. This translates to a 5:30 AM IST start time on Monday, January 5, for viewers in India. The live stream will be available on the popular platform JioHotstar.
The excitement begins even earlier with a dedicated red carpet special. This two-hour preview, showcasing fashion and celebrity interviews, starts at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET, which is 3:30 AM IST on JioHotstar. This gives Indian audiences a full front-row experience to one of Hollywood's most anticipated nights.
Top Nominees and Frontrunners Across Film and TV
All eyes are on the nominees as the winners remain a closely guarded secret until the envelopes are opened. In the film categories, the epic drama Sinners stands tall with an impressive 17 nominations, making it the most critically acclaimed film of the year according to the Critics Choice Association. It is hotly pursued by One Battle After Another, which garnered 14 nominations.
Other major cinematic contenders include Hamnet and Frankenstein, each securing a strong 11 nods. These four films are expected to be the primary contenders for the evening's top honours, including the coveted Best Picture, Best Director, and the various acting awards.
The television landscape promises its own set of thrilling competitions. Leading the pack is the limited series Adolescence with six nominations, positioning it as the clear favourite in its category. It is closely followed by Nobody Wants This with five nominations.
Several other shows have cemented their place with multiple nominations, ensuring a fiercely competitive night. The list includes acclaimed series like Hacks, Severance, The Diplomat, Ghosts, All Her Fault, and The Pitt, spanning both drama and comedy genres.
Stay Tuned for Real-Time Updates and Winners
As the ceremony progresses, the full list of winners will be updated in real time. Audiences are advised to refresh the news page for the latest and most accurate updates straight from the Barker Hangar. The 31st Critics Choice Awards is poised to be a night celebrating outstanding achievement in film and television, setting the stage for the rest of the awards season.
