11 January,2024 12:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Get ready to experience Hollywood's best! The prestigious 29th Critics Choice Awards, promises a classy night of critical acclaim and accomplishment where talents are acknowledged and rewarded for their best performances throughout the year. From the âchique' red-carpet looks to heart-touching acceptance speeches, the 29th Critics Choice Awards are sure to be a night to remember. The Awards are set to stream LIVE on Lionsgate Play on 15th January 2024, from 5:30 AM onwards.
Here are six reasons why you should not miss watching the 29th Critics Choice Awards:
Chelsea Handler takes center stage!
Stand-up comic Chelsea Cutler is taking over the stage as its host! Handler has excelled as a comedian, host, bestselling author, and advocate with this year marking her second consecutive year hosting the ceremony, honoring outstanding achievements in both film and television. Brace yourself as she keeps the night going with her wit and humor and leaves you rolling in laughter.
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Secrets on Paper: The Ballots Unveiled
The Critics Choice Awards is all about suspense! Witness the behind-the-scenes drama as Hollywood's secret language makes its way through the nominations in the form of written ballots. A smart and transparent way of adding a layer of excitement and twist to the award ceremony making the 29th Critics Choice Awards a must watch!
The Nominations have some clear leaders!
Greta Gerwig's billion-dollar sensation leads the Critics Choice Awards nominations for film with a record-breaking 18, the most of any film in the organization's 29 years, followed closely by Oppenheimer with 13. 2023 saw Barbie go toe-to-toe with Oppenheimer for box office performance and 2024 is set to see the two go head-to-head in this immaculate awards season. Does this record breaking 18 nominations give Barbie the edge for the awards? Tune in to find out.
American Critics Choice Association Spotlight
What's different about the Critics Choice Awards? It's the Critics. Presented by the American Critics Choice Association, these awards are a direct reflection of refined taste, the selection of the finest performances, making it an event where cinematic excellence is celebrated by those who truly understand the art of actual television screens.
Red Carpet Glamour and Hollywood Glitz!\
The Critics Choice Awards is incomplete without the dazzling display of fashion and glamor on the red carpet. A-list celebrities grace the event in stunning ensembles, turning it into a visual feast that goes beyond the boundaries of regular awards ceremonies. All your favorite celebrities under the same roof, a night you should never miss if you are fashion crazy!
Oscar Predictions Unleashed
Get ready to sneak peek into Hollywood's future! The Critics Choice Awards is all about the Oscar predictions. Renowned for its accuracy, this event serves its way to the Academy Award nominations. Offering a glimpse of who might take home the well-known Oscar Awards or possibly be the forerunners of the coveted awards. So, don't miss it if you want to catch your favorite film in the Oscars!
Lionsgate Play is bringing the magic of the Critics Choice Awards to all South-East Asian audiences as the official broadcaster of television's most prestigious night. The awards will stream live exclusively on Lionsgate Play in India on 15th January at 5:30 AM IST.