Overview
- The other three nominated songs will not be performed live and will instead be presented through bespoke film packages with additional promotion on Academy social channels.
- A letter confirming the plan was signed by executive producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan and producer Taryn Hurd, according to reporting that obtained the notice.
- Sources involved in planning estimate staging all five performances would add about 25 minutes to a telecast contractually set for three and a half hours with 24 competitive categories.
- Producers said the two selections reflect outsized global cultural impact and audience connection, while online reactions criticized the approach as showing favoritism.
- The March 15 ceremony will air from the Dolby Theatre on ABC and Hulu with Conan O’Brien hosting, and Sinners leads this year’s nominations with a record 16.