Instagram/Kumail Nanjiani Movie Oscar presenter Kumail Nanjiani masterfully handles a rare tie for Best Live Action Short, proving why every award category belongs on the broadcast. March 16, 2026 AceShowbiz - At this year's Academy Awards, an unexpected moment underscored why every category deserves its place in the broadcast. During the ceremony, Oscar nominee Kumail Nanjiani took the stage to present the Best Live Action Short Film award and delivered surprising news: the category had resulted in a tie. Opening the envelope, Nanjiani announced, "It's a tie. I'm not joking.