Priyanka Chopra Jonas is all set to return to the Oscars stage. She has been officially announced as a presenter for the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026. Her inclusion places her among a star-studded lineup of Hollywood names, confirming her status as a global entertainment icon.
This will be Priyanka’s second time at the Oscars as a presenter, ten years after her first appearance in 2016. Fans are especially excited about a special “Iron Man reunion” with Marvel stars Robert Downey Jr. and Gwyneth Paltrow, who are also confirmed presenters. Other celebrities joining the list include Anne Hathaway, Paul Mescal and Will Arnett.
Priyanka Chopra Announced As Presenter For Oscars 2026
Sharing the news on social media, Priyanka posted the official announcement poster with the caption, “The 2026 Academy Awards.”
Reacting to it, a user wrote, “An extra reason to enjoy the Oscars.”
Another commented, “And next time she will win the OSCARS.”
A third user said, “Congratulations! You are our hero.”
One more quipped, “This is so inspiring.”
Check out her post below
Her selection follows a series of high-profile appearances at major award shows. Priyanka recently presented an award at the 2026 Golden Globes alongside K-pop star Lisa. She has also appeared at the Emmys and previous Oscars, strengthening her role as a bridge between Bollywood and Hollywood.
What To Expect From 2026 Oscars
The 2026 Oscars will be hosted by legendary comedian Conan O’Brien at the Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood. O’Brien is returning for his second year after receiving praise for last year’s performance. The ceremony will air live on ABC and stream on Hulu at 7 pm ET (4 pm PT).
This year’s awards race is generating plenty of buzz. Ryan Coogler’s Sinners leads with 16 nominations, setting a new record. Other major contenders include Hamnet, Marty Supreme, and One Battle After Another.
A key addition to this year’s Oscars is the new competitive category for Best Casting, the first new category introduced since 2001.
Priyanka Chopra: Upcoming Projects
On the work front, Priyanka was recently seen in the action-thriller The Bluff, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Fans are also eagerly awaiting her next film, SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi, where she stars alongside Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran. She will play the role of Mandakini.
Varanasi is scheduled to release on April 7, 2027, and will mark Priyanka’s debut in Telugu cinema.
