Khaberni - The eyes of cinema and television lovers are turning to Hollywood on Sunday evening, with the return of the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, bringing an atmosphere of luxury and boldness, and a mix of surprises and choices that do not necessarily follow the logic of the award season, reintroducing viewers to the magic of the most exciting event in the American artistic calendar.
Despite reforms that have affected the Foreign Press Association since 2022, after widespread criticism of the diversity of its members, the Golden Globes still retain their "mischievous" character, capable of overturning expectations and confusing the Oscar calculations, as did the previous edition which saw surprising victories for Sebastian Stan, Demi Moore, and Fernanda Torres that did not translate into Oscar glory.
On the contrary, the film "Anora" was completely ignored at the Golden Globes, before it came back strongly to win six Oscars, including Best Picture, sending a clear message that "who wins here.. does not necessarily return to achieve glory there."
Return of Nicky Glasser
Comedian Nikki Glaser returns to host the ceremony for the second consecutive year, bringing an extra dose of biting satire, which has become part of the identity of the event, especially with top-tier celebrities in their most tense and flustered states.
In this context, "The Post" highlights predictions about the winners of the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, which will be broadcast on Sunday, January 11th, at 8 PM Eastern Time on "CBS" and "Paramount +".
Firstly- Predictions for the Winning Cinematic Works
Best Motion Picture - Drama
The leading prediction is for the film "Sinners" to win, as it is the closest competitor to "Battle After Another" in the Oscar race, and it is the most logical choice, although the film "Hamnet" is still capable of overturning predictions.
Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
The expected winner is "Battle After Another", where the film by Paul Thomas Anderson and Leonardo DiCaprio, is a politically charged comedy that is thrilling, and it is the safest bet this season. Many see it as the most likely to win Best Picture at the Oscars in March, unless unexpected surprises disrupt the scene.
Best Actress - Drama
The prediction is for Jessie Buckley to win for her film "Hamnet", especially as her closest competitor, Rose Byrne, has moved to the comedy category. The path seems clear for Jessie Buckley, who delivered a strong and impactful performance as Agnes Shakespeare, making her victory almost certain.
Best Actor - Drama
The prediction is for Wagner Moura to win for "The Secret Agent", where the veteran Brazilian star delivered a politically thrilling film that gains escalating momentum.
Best Actress - Musical or Comedy
The prediction is for Rose Byrne to win for "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You", where she portrays a mother on the verge of psychological breakdown, in a performance described by critics as her best, translating these accolades into a series of critical awards, making her the foremost contender in this category.
Best Actor - Musical or Comedy
The prediction is for Timothee Chalamet to win for "Marty Supreme", where he plays a talented table tennis player in 1950s New York, and Chalamet's performance is lively and multi-layered, confirming his artistic maturity.
Best Supporting Actress
The prediction is for Inga Ebsdottir Lilias to win for "Emotional Value".
Despite Amy Madigan's recent win at the Critics' Choice Awards, predictions indicate that this year's Golden Globes may favor European performances, giving Lilias a clear advantage.
Best Supporting Actor
The prediction is for Benicio Del Toro to win for "Battle After Another", but the competition remains intense between him and Alexander Skarsgard.
Best Director
Paul Thomas Anderson is expected to win for "Battle After Another", where there is a rare consensus surrounding Anderson and his film, reminiscent of the consensus that accompanied "Oppenheimer" in its golden season.
Best Screenplay
The prediction is for Eskil Vogt and Joachim Trier to win this award for the film "Emotional Value", even with differing opinions about the film; however, the screenplay stands out clearly in terms of dramatic construction and dialogue, compared to its competitors.
Best Original Score
Ludwig Goransson is expected to win for "Sinners", following his previous win for "Oppenheimer", as Goransson continues to excel in music that forms a dramatic and active element within the film.
Best Original Song
The prediction is for the song "Golden" from "KPop Demon Hunters", as it is the only song on the list that has already penetrated popular culture, much like classic film songs that have turned into mass phenomena.
Best Foreign Language Film
The French film "It Was Just an Accident" is expected to win, especially after winning the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, and the political controversy surrounding its Iranian director makes its crowning in this category almost certain.
Best Animated Film
"KPop Demon Hunters" is expected to win, which is the most watched work in Netflix's history and has turned into a global phenomenon with cross-cultural appeal.
Box Office and Popular Success
"Sinners" is expected to win, in a category that relies on a simple formula: "Huge Revenues + Positive Reviews", making it the logical choice this year.
Secondly- Predictions for the Winning Television Works
Best TV Series - Drama
"The Pitt" is expected to win.
Having previously engaged in fierce competition with "Severance" at the Emmy Awards, where the medical series from "HBO Max" continued its sweep at the critics' awards, makes it the strongest contender, despite the possibility of surprises.
Best TV Series - Musical or Comedy
"The Studio" is expected to win, especially in the absence of new competitors of the same strength.
Best Actor - Drama
Noah Wyle is expected to win for "The Pitt", where his performance was powerful and his comeback story notable, after years of absence, greatly enhancing his chances.
Best Actress - Drama
Brie Larson is expected to win for "Severance", where Larson delivered a masterfully dual performance of two conflicting characters, making her the closest to victory, despite intense competition.
Best Actress - Musical or Comedy
Jean Smart is expected to win for "Hacks", as a nearly permanent contender, and a name difficult to displace from the top, given the lack of sufficiently innovative competition.
Best Actor - Musical or Comedy
Seth Rogen is expected to win for "The Studio", and he is aiming for a triple win this season, with a notable shift in his career towards more mature roles.
Best Limited Series
"Teenage" is expected to win, a dramatic work about online teen extremism, which has swept the awards season and seems poised to continue its victories.
Best Actress - Limited Series
Michelle Williams is expected to win for "Dying for Sex", where she provided a balanced performance between comedy and tragedy, solidifying her status as a sure choice in such categories.
Best Actor - Limited Series
Steven Graham is expected to win for "Teenage", thanks to his heavy and impactful performance, supported by the wide success of the series, making his victory the closest.
Best Podcast
With the Podcast category introduced for the first time, Amy Poehler seems the safest choice, in a notable competition carrying a personal nature with her former husband Will Arnett, thus "Good Hang with Amy Poehler" is expected to win.
