Oscars latest: One Battle After Another takes top prize as Jessie Buckley and Michael B Jordan win gongs
Oscars 2026 Highlights: One Battle After Another Dominates With Six Awards
The 2026 Academy Awards saw One Battle After Another emerge as the standout film, taking home six prestigious accolades. Among the honorees were Hamnet’s Jessie Buckley and Sinners’ Michael B. Jordan, who each claimed top acting honors. This year’s ceremony delivered a mix of surprises and standout moments, with stars gathering on the red carpet and in the afterparty.
Key Wins and Celebrations
One Battle After Another’s victory included the top prize for best picture and a director award for Paul Thomas Anderson. Buckley’s performance in Hamnet earned her the best lead actress title, while Jordan’s role in the vampire-themed Sinners secured his best lead actor win. The film, which has already amassed four awards, continued its momentum with additional recognition.
At the Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty, stars made bold fashion statements. Rei Ami, a singer from Kpop Demon Hunters, dazzled in a striking red outfit. Chase Infiniti from One Battle After Another arrived in a sleek black ensemble, and Rita Ora made an impression with a striking black headpiece. The event also featured reunions, such as the cast of Bridesmaids, and unexpected appearances like Baby Yoda.
“For Korea and for Koreans everywhere,” said Maggie Kang, co-director of Kpop Demon Hunters, in her acceptance speech. “And for those of you who look like me, I’m so sorry that it took us so long to see us in a movie like this. But it is here, and that means the next generations don’t have to go longing.”
The film’s success extended beyond the screen, with its victory at the Oscars sparking celebration in South Korea. It marked a historic milestone as the first K-pop song to win a Grammy. Kpop Demon Hunters, a Netflix hit, has already earned two Golden Globes, two Critics’ Choice awards, and now two Academy Awards.
Despite not securing an Oscar, Timothee Chalamet, star of Marty Supreme, maintained a positive presence at the afterparty, grinning alongside his girlfriend Kylie Jenner. The ceremony also saw Brandi Carlile and her spouse Catherine Carlile attend together, adding to the night’s memorable moments.
As the dust settles, One Battle After Another remains the night’s top achiever, while Kpop Demon Hunters continues its ascent. With a sequel in the works, the film’s impact on global culture shows no signs of slowing down.
