Indian viewers got a surprise at the Oscars 2025 when host Conan O’Brien greeted them in Hindi. The event was live-streamed in India on JioHotstar and aired on Star Plus.
O’Brien, hosting the Oscars for the first time, spoke a few words in Hindi during his opening monologue. He wished India good morning and hoped they were enjoying breakfast while watching the show.
His attempt at Hindi sparked mixed reactions on social media. Some viewers praised the popular talk show host for trying to connect with Indian audiences.
One user joked that O’Brien deserved an Oscar for his language skills, while another called it a “thoughtful shoutout” to India. His effort was noted, even if the pronunciation wasn’t perfect.
However, not everyone was impressed. Some viewers felt he completely mispronounced the greeting, with one saying, “That was NOT Hindi.”
Love it or not, O’Brien’s Hindi greeting definitely got people talking. It added a fun moment to Hollywood’s biggest night.