In Pics | Oscars 2021: Here are the winners in key categories

The Oscars 2021, which were held on Monday, proved to be a memorable event for movie buffs amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Some of the most talented names from the industry were vying for top honours this time around, which resulted in a keen contest in most categories. The best of the best walked away with the spoils when all was said and done. Here are the winners in the key categories.

Actor in a Leading Role | Anthony Hopkins |The veteran bagged the award for his performance in the critically-acclaimed movie 'The Father', which featured him in the role of an aged man dealing with Dementia | Credit: AFP Photo

Actress in a Leading Role | Frances McDormand | The veteran took home the Oscar for her work in the critically-acclaimed movie 'Nomadland', which revolved around what happens when the protagonist embraces a nomadic lifestyle following a setback | Credit: IMDb

Best Picture | Nomadland | The thought-provoking drama, which was based on a book of the same name, beat the likes of 'Minari' and 'The Father' to win the Oscar for 'Best Picture'. | Credit: IMDb

Actor in a Supporting Role | Daniel Kaluuya |The powerhouse performer played the role of the late American activist Fred Hampton in the biographical drama 'Judas and the Black Messiah', one of the most hard-hitting movies of the year. | Credit: AP/PTI Photo

Directing | Chloe Zhao |Zhao created history by becoming the first Woman of Colour to win the Oscar for 'Directing'. The Chinese filmmaker wielded the microphone for the well-received 'Nomadland' | Credit: AFP Photo

Actress in a Supporting Role | Youn Yuh-jung | The South Korean legend essayed the role of the caring grandmother in the immigration drama 'Minari', which broke the language barrier with its relatable plot | Credit: Reuters Photo

International Feature Film | Another Round | The Danish movie has been directed by Thomas Vinterberg and revolves around the unique concept of binge drinking. The film stars Mads Mikkelsen and Thomas Bo Larsen. | Credit: IMDb