The Oscars ceremony in 2024 was an event full of joyous moments, as well as a mix of victories and defeats. Among the highlights of the evening were the 7 wins by the magnum opus directed by Christopher Nolan, 'Oppenheimer' and 'Poor Things' directed by Yorgos Lanthimos bagging four wins.
Well we all know that each of the Oscar winner receives a gleaming gold plated metal trophy. But do you know that along with the winners, the nominees are also given gifts worth crores of rupees? Every year, all Oscar winners and nominees are gifted a goodie bag containing more than 50 items. This year the bag is worth INR 1.4 crore. The goodie bag consists a luxury vacation pass to a Ski Chalet in Switzerland worth up to Rs 41 lakh, seven-day pass to the Golden Door Spa in Southern California worth Rs 19 lakh.
A handmade handbag worth up to Rs 27,000, a portable grill worth Rs 1 lakh have also been given. Besides, a micro needling treatment of Cyanosar worth Rs 8.2 lakh is also a part of the goodie bag. Apart from this, the gift bag contains beauty products, skin care products and lifestyle items from ultra luxury brands. The cheapest gift in the bag is a Rubik's Cube worth just Rs 1200.
The Oscars, formally known as the Academy Awards, are a prestigious annual awards ceremony honouring outstanding achievements in the world of cinema. Organized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), the awards cover various categories, including acting, directing, writing, and technical achievements. The ceremony typically features glamorous red carpet arrivals, performances, and the presentation of the iconic golden statuettes, known as Oscars. Winners are selected through a voting process by members of the Academy, which consists of professionals from different branches of the film industry.
The Oscars are considered one of the most esteemed honors in the entertainment industry, and winning an Oscar often signifies the pinnacle of success for filmmakers, actors, and other industry professionals.
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