The 2025 Golden Globes are set to take place this Sunday at 8 p.m. EST, promising an exciting evening of entertainment amid a backdrop of recent controversy and change. After struggling in previous years and the disbandment of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the awards are now under the ownership of Todd Boehly’s Eldridge Industries and Dick Clark Productions. This year, comedian Nikki Glaser will host the event at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. Following last year's rebounding ratings of about 10 million viewers, anticipation is high for this year's ceremony, broadcast live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime.

While Glaser takes the stage, the competition amongst this year's nominees is fierce. Leading the pack is Jacques Audiard’s Netflix musical Emilia Pérez with 10 nominations, closely followed by The Brutalist and Conclave, which secured seven and six nominations respectively. Notable mentions from the star-studded nominee list include Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Angelina Jolie, Daniel Craig, Denzel Washington, and Ariana Grande (source: AP News, NPR).

This year's awards come with questions surrounding several key elements, including:

• Will Timothée Chalamet win his first Globe? Competing in the drama category against heavyweight contenders like Ralph Fiennes and Adrien Brody, any win for Chalamet is likely to spark significant Oscar talk.
• How soon until Hollywood’s biggest feud is mentioned? Recent legal issues involving Blake Lively may cast a shadow over the event, as her allegations against director Justin Baldoni remain in the spotlight.
• What fate awaits 'Wicked'? Although currently overshadowed by Emilia Pérez, Jon M. Chu's adaptation is poised to be a strong contender.
• Will politics play a role? Given the political climate with the impending inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, the ceremony may delve into this contentious relationship.
• Is there an Oscar frontrunner? With no clear leader in the best picture race, a strong showing at the Globes could serve as a boost for several contenders.

As the Golden Globes approaches, all eyes are on the nominees and potential surprises to come in this beloved Hollywood tradition. For more insights on what to expect, visit AP News and NPR.