Oscars 2025: From Halle Berry-Adrien’s Controversial Kiss Recap To Conan's Hindi Attempt, 97th Academy Awards Viral Moments

Oscar 2025: The 97th annual Academy Awards hosted on Sunday at Hollywood's Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles has become one of the exciting nights of the year. The biggest award ceremony opened with a moving tribute to Los Angeles’ devastating wildfires endured just months ago, and was followed by Host Conan O'Brien setting the tone with his hilarious monologues, sparking waves of laughter. Some moments at the Oscars stood out more than others.

Oprah Winfrey puts a twist on tuxedo dressing with bedazzled skirt on Oscars 2025 stage

On Sunday night, Oprah Winfrey stunned the audience at the Oscars 2025, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. She wore a black bedazzled maxi skirt paired with a matching tie, a black blazer, and a white button-up top.

The 71-year-old award-winning talk show host completed her look with dangling pearl earrings, small circular glasses, and black pointed-toe pumps. Her outfit quickly became a hot topic in the fashion world.

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Halle Berry and Adrien Brody recreate their controversial 2003 kiss

Halle Berry and Adrien Brody shared a steamy Oscars kiss on Sunday, 22 years after their first. While speaking with “Access Hollywood” host Mario Lopez on the red carpet at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Brody was approached by Berry.

“I’m sorry, Georgina, but I have to do it,” Berry said to Brody’s girlfriend, Georgina Chapman, his partner since 2020. She then wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him passionately. The moment has since gone viral.

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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet spotted kissing at Oscars 2025

Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet displayed affection during the 2025 Oscars on Sunday night. The couple shared an intimate moment as they greeted and conversed with Hollywood's elite at the 97th Academy Awards.

Later, Chalamet leaned in to whisper in Jenner’s ear and kissed her cheek before they sat down at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Several photos of the pair are now circulating on social media.

BLACKPINK Lisa's James Bond-themed performance at 2025 Oscars draws flak

At the 2025 Oscars, Lisa mesmerized the audience with a powerful performance of Live and Let Die from the 1973 film spy thriller starring Roger Moore and Jane Seymour. Doja Cat followed with a performance of Diamonds Are Forever from the 1971 film. 

After the show, netizens speculated whether BLACKPINK's Lisa had genuinely sung live or relied on lip-syncing during her performance.

Conan O'Brien attempted Hindi, says, ‘Bharat ke logo ko namaskar’

Conan O'Brien created history at the 97th Academy Awards by addressing the audience in Hindi. He expressed gratitude to viewers in Spain, India, and China, using Spanish, Hindi, and Mandarin.

In Hindi, he said, "Bharat ke logo ko namaskar. Wahan subah ho chuki hai toh mujhe ummeed hai ke aap crisp nashte ke saath Oscars dekh rahe honge" (Greetings to the people of India. It is morning there, so I hope you are watching the Oscars along with your breakfast).

Zoe Saldaña's winning speech got viral

Zoe Saldaña won her first Academy Award, earning Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Emilia Pérez. The heartfelt win marked the highlight of an impressive awards season. 

During her acceptance speech, she seemed to make a subtle jibe about President Donald Trump ’s immigration policies, which received a standing ovation from the audience, including Selena Gomez.

Kieran Culkin's chaotic speech started with a F-bomb during the ceremony

After receiving his Oscar from Robert Downey Jr, Kieran Culkin began by appreciating Jeremy, who was also nominated for portraying Donald Trump’s former mentor, Roy Cohn, in The Apprentice. “I love your work,” Culkin said to his former on-screen brother. “It’s f**king...”

Realising his slip of the tongue, the actor quickly exclaimed, “I f**ked! I cursed! There we go! I cursed! I didn’t mean to!” While the US broadcast muted the sound, ITV’s live stream aired it uncensored. Moving past the moment, Culkin shared a story referencing his memorable speech at the 2024 Emmys, which involved his wife, Jazz Charlton.