Indian cinema has received another moment of global recognition. Several Indian film professionals, including filmmaker-composer Vishal Bhardwaj and acclaimed editor Deepa Bhatia, have been invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), the organisation behind the Oscars. The latest invitation list also features international stars such as Jacob Elordi and Jenna Ortega, placing Indian talent alongside some of the most recognised names in the global entertainment industry. Indian film professionals among Oscars 2027 inviteesThe Academy has announced its 2026 membership class, extending invitations to 529 film professionals from across the world. Among the Indian names on the list are Vishal Bhardwaj, editor Deepa Bhatia, multiple National Award-winning editor A Sreekar Prasad, costume designer Eka Lakhani, and casting director Dilip Shankar.Several other India-linked professionals have also received invitations. These include animation artist Avneet Kaur, technology experts Farah Khan and Rajesh Ramachandran, along with visual effects specialists Becky Graham and Jay Mehta.Membership in the Academy is widely regarded as one of the highest honours in the film industry. Once invitees accept membership, they become eligible to vote in various Oscar categories. Depending on their professional branch, members can participate in selecting nominees and winners for future Academy Awards ceremonies.This year's global invitee list is packed with accomplished names. According to the Academy, the class includes 95 Oscar nominees, 21 Oscar winners, and three recipients of Scientific and Technical Awards.If all 529 invitees accept their invitations, the Academy's membership will grow to 11,319 members, including 10,338 voting members.Academy continues focus on global representationThe latest membership class shows the Academy's ongoing efforts to broaden representation within its ranks. Over the past several years, the organisation has worked to increase diversity and bring more international voices into the Oscars process.According to figures released by the Academy, women account for 42 percent of the new invitees. Meanwhile, 56 percent come from underrepresented communities, and 53 percent represent countries and territories outside the United States.Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Lynette Howell Taylor welcomed the new members in a joint statement. They said they were delighted to invite a group of artists and professionals who have made meaningful contributions to cinema around the world. Although the 2026 intake is slightly smaller than last year's class of 534 invitees, it continues the Academy's strategy of expanding its international footprint and creating a more inclusive membership base.Oscars 2027: Date, time and where to watch in IndiaFans will not have to wait too long for the next Academy Awards ceremony. According to Variety, the 99th Academy Awards will be held on March 14, 2027, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles. The ceremony will honour films released during the 2026 calendar year.While the official broadcast and streaming partners for India have not yet been announced, recent editions of the Oscars have been available for Indian viewers through television broadcasts as well as streaming platforms. More details regarding the Indian telecast, OTT streaming platform, and exact viewing schedule are expected closer to the event.This year, the livestream and telecast were available on JioHotstar. Given the time difference between the United States and India, the ceremony is likely to air in the early morning hours of March 15, 2027, for Indian audiences.For now, the spotlight remains on the newly invited Academy members. Stay tuned for more details.