Conan O'Brien's Witty Monologue Kicks Off the 2025 Oscars

The 2025 Oscars commenced with a bang, as host Conan O'Brien took the stage with his signature blend of wit and charm. The comedian, making his debut as the Academy Awards host, opened the ceremony with a warm gesture towards India, greeting the audience with a "namaste" and addressing them in Hindi.

"Logo ko namaskar. Waha subha ho chuki hai to mujhe ummeed hai ki ap crispy nashte ke sath Oscars dekhenge," O'Brien said, which translates to "Greetings to the people of India. It's morning there, so I hope you enjoy your breakfast with the Oscars."

O'Brien then seamlessly transitioned into a series of jokes about the Best Picture nominees, gently ribbing each film with his playful humor. He poked fun at "Conclave," a film about the Catholic Church, with the quip, "I'm a catholic boy, loved Conclave. If you haven't seen Conclave, it's log line is a movie about the Catholic church but don't worry."

His wit extended to director Sean Baker's "Anora," where he quipped, "Anora used the f word 497 times, that's three more than the record set by Karla Sofia Gascon's publicist." The camera promptly panned to the Best Actress nominee in the audience, whose awards season had been marked by controversy over past social media comments.

Throughout his monologue, O'Brien kept the laughs flowing, even taking a playful jab at Adam Sandler's vibrant blue hoodie. Sandler, in good spirits, responded with a humorous defense of his fashion choice.

The 2025 Oscars are being broadcast live on ABC and Hulu, captivating audiences worldwide. In India, the 97th Academy Awards are streaming live on JioHotstar, allowing viewers to witness the magic of cinema unfold.