An unexpected event rocked the 2025 Oscars ceremony when Robert Downey Jr., in an impulsive moment, publicly called Elon Musk “Bastard” on the main stage. The incident occurred when Downey, who had just received the award for best actor for his role in the brutalist, was expressing his thoughts when he suddenly turned to Musk, who was present in the VIP audience seat. No one expected that an evening honoring cinema would become the center of the battle between the two most famous figures in the world. Downey, with the familiar stroke, apparently unable to control his emotions when he mentioned Musk, which he allegedly said “, said but less” in a short but heavy comment.

 

Elon Musk’s reaction immediately became the highlight of the night. Instead of remaining silent or walking away, the tech billionaire stood up, pointed at Downey, and shouted, “Just try what you do, Tony Stark!” The line, which was both satirical and reminiscent of Downey’s iconic role in the MCU, sent the audience into chaos. Some laughed, while others were stunned by the unexpected tension. The camera quickly panned to stars like Ariana Grande and Timothee Chalamet, who were wide-eyed as they watched the rare scene. Host Conan O’Brien tried to diffuse the situation with a joke, but of course, no one could defuse the atmosphere at the time.

The incident quickly spread on social media, with millions of Xa followers settling the collision. Downey fans said he was only telling the truth, while Musk’s supporter retorted that it was an unprofessional act at a prestigious event. Although the root cause of the contradiction has not been clarified, many speculate that it stems from previous disagreements between the two people in technology and influence. Regardless, this moment has turned the 2025 Oscars into an unforgettable night, not only for the awards but also because of the drama in addition to the script between the two Hollywood giants and Silicon Valley. Is this the beginning of a long battle between them? Only time can answer.