In the unpredictable realm of the Oscars, where surprises like Shakespeare in Love and Crash have left their mark, Robert Downey Jr. emerges as a near certainty for Best Supporting Actor in Oppenheimer. His portrayal of Lewis Strauss, a government bureaucrat in conflict with nuclear scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer, aligns seamlessly with the stars – the right role in the right film at precisely the right moment. Cillian Murphy, a front-runner for Best Actor, shares the screen with Downey, creating a dynamic duo that captivates audiences.

Renowned for his Oscar predictions grounded in mathematics, Ben Zauzmer reenters the scene. Furthermore, marking his 13th year in forecasting the awards. Zauzmer’s calculations tipped the scales heavily in Downey’s favor. He gave him a staggering 91 percent chance of claiming the coveted golden statuette for Best Supporting Actor. The supporting categories, in contrast to the lead categories, present clearer frontrunners.

Downey, after a three-decade wait since his first nomination for Chaplin, stands on the verge of a triumphant moment. His journey to Oscar glory is further embellished by his victories at the Golden Globe, Critics Choice, BAFTA, and SAG Awards for Best Film Supporting Actor. With Oppenheimer leading the charge as the Oscar front-runner for Best Picture, Downey becomes a formidable force that competitors find challenging to surpass.

The unanimity of support for Downey among Oscar contenders is a rare feat. And fans, echoing the resounding acclaim showered upon Cillian Murphy as he jetted off to LA, united in spirited cheers for Zauzmer’s calculated prediction.

Robert Downey Jr. is all in for a historic win as per fans

Despite facing Oscar disappointment in his two previous nominations, Downey Jr., one of the heavyweight champions of the box office, finds himself in a ‘third time’s a charm’ scenario, according to the oddsmakers. Fans, standing as a united front, passionately championed Downey. They recalled and cherished heartstring-tugging scenes from the movie that left a mark on their hearts and souls.

With hearts set ablaze and excitement soaring for Oppenheimer to sweep numerous victories, fans, acting as fervent fortune tellers, boldly crowned Downey as the victor, three days before the Oscars lays its cards on the table.

A wave of unanimous pride swept through the crowd, echoing a sentiment shared by many. The comments section became a canvas where one fan, basking in the glow of admiration, openly declared their pride for the actor.

In the grand race of success, whether Oppenheimer can outrun its blockbuster counterparts remains a mystery, shrouded in the veils of time. Only the hands of the clock held the key to this revelation. Until then, as fans cross their fingers and wish upon shooting stars, the sentiment in the air whispered of Downey Jr. clutching the golden statuette with the deserving pride of a victor.

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