Washington, March 16 -- The 98th Academy Awards, held on March 15, 2026, delivered a night of cinematic triumphs, unexpected twists and historic firsts, as two films dominated the trophies while several heavily tipped contenders left empty-handed.

Leading the night was 'One Battle After Another', directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, which emerged as the biggest winner with six Academy Awards.

Close behind was 'Sinners', the critically acclaimed drama from Ryan Coogler, which secured four wins. Yet beyond the headline victories, the ceremony will likely be remembered for its groundbreaking achievements and surprising outcomes across multiple categories.

One of the most significant moments of the night came when cinematographer Autumn Dural...