What's happening at BAFTAs? Hours after WION reported that Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi's winning speech was deleted from BAFTA's social media pages, the video has been re-uploaded on YouTube. 

Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi’s BAFTA acceptance speech re-uploaded on YouTube after disappearing from social media

Following the backlash, the BBC and BAFTA have issued separate apologies after a racial slur was shouted during Sunday’s BAFTA Film Awards. Read the details inside.

'We take full responsibility': BBC and BAFTA apologise after racial slur disrupts awards show

A Manipur-produced film has outperformed major Hollywood releases, making waves in the global cinema scene. Actress Lakshmipriya Devi highlights the film’s key message, saying, “Forgiveness is a superpower.” Discover how regional Indian cinema is rising on the international stage and delivering powerful stories that resonate worldwide.

BAFTA 2026: Manipur Film Beats Hollywood Giants | Lakshmipriya Devi Says Forgiveness Is Superpower

In his message shared on X, the Prime Minister lauded the filmmakers. Directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, the film is produced by Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment.


'Moment of immense joy': PM Narendra Modi congratulates Boong  team after BAFTA win

Amid the cheers and applause, 2026 BAFTA Film Awards were briefly interrupted after host Alan Cumming paused the show to address repeated outbursts. He addressed the issue and thanked the audience for understanding.  


F*** off, N-word! Host Alan Cumming apologises for strong language during BAFTA 2026

BAFTA 2026, which was held on Sunday, honoured film personalities from across the world who passed away over the last year, including Hindi cinema legend Dharmendra in its In Memoriam segment. 


BAFTA 2026 honours Dharmendra in emotional In Memoriam tribute; fans react

Farhan Akhtar and his wife, Shibani Dandekar attended the 79th edition of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards (BAFTA) with elegance and style. Read details inside.

Elegance and style! Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Dandekar turn heads at BAFTA 2026 as Boong bags major win

Manipuri film Boong created history at the BAFTA awards 2026 on Sunday night as it won in the Best Children's category. Director of the film Lakshmipriya Devi paid homage to Manipur in her winning speech. 

BAFTA awards 2026: Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi pays homage to ‘ignored, unrepresented’ Manipur in her winning speech: ‘Pray for peace'

As Alia Bhatt walked up on the BAFTA stage on Sunday night, she won over the internet with a dash of Hindi. Alia spoke first in Hindi, and then switched to English as she presented the Best Film Not in English Langauage award at the BAFTAs 2026.

Alia Bhatt debuts on the BAFTA stage with ‘Namaskar’, wins over the internet with her Hindi | Watch

Prince William and Kate Middleton looked perfect as they walked the red carpet. For British cinema’s biggest night, the royals were dressed to the nines. Prince William wore a burgundy velvet jacket with a black tie. Meanwhile, Catherine looked radiant in a floor-length pink and purple Gucci dress.

Royals at BAFTA: Prince William and Kate Middleton step out amid Andrew controversy

The reds carpet have roled out for the British cinema's biggest night and the stars have started arriving in their best sartorial choices. The awards ceremony, which is often a key predictor of the Oscars race, is currently underway at London’s Royal Festival Hall with actor Alan Cumming taking the hosting duties. 

BAFTA Film Awards 2026 red carpet: Alia Bhatt, Michael B Jordan and more stars arrive

The actress looked stunning as she stepped out and walked the red carpet in a stunning attire. The Indian actress wore a shining silver outfit with a furry boa.

Alia Bhatt at BAFTA! Actress makes striking appearance at British award | In pics

The 2026 BAFTA Film Awards, the UK's top movie honours, is set to take place on February 22, 2026. In India, the moviebuff can watch the award night at 12:30 in the night on Feb 23 (Monday). 

Before Alia Bhatt at BAFTA 2026: Bollywood actresses who presented at British awards

The British Academy Film Awards 2026 will commence on 22 February 2026 at London’s Royal Festival Hall. While nominees and presenters pique the interest of fans and viewers, here's everything you need to know before the ceremony begins. 

BAFTA Awards 2026: When and where to watch in India- Here's everything to know about 'British Oscars'

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt is all set to make her debut at the BAFTAs! Often considered the British Oscars, the BAFTA awards will take place on Sunday, Feb 22 in London and Alia will present an award at the ceremony. 

BAFTA Awards 2026: Alia Bhatt named as one of the presenters along with Cillian Murphy, Michael B Jordan

Manipuri film Boong has earned a historic nomination at the BAFTA awards 2026. The film's producer Farhan Akhtar took to social media to express gratitude over the film's nomination. Boong is India's only film at the BAFTAs this year. 

India's lone warrior at BAFTA 2026: Farhan Akhtar reacts as Boong scores historic nomination

It's a race between One Battle After Another and Sinners as both films dominate the recently announced BAFTA  Awards 2026 nominations list. Hamnet and Marty Supreme too have earned nominations in leading categories. 

BAFTA nominations 2026: One Battle After Another, Sinners earn maximum nods; here’s the full list of nominees

Farhan Akhtar-backed Boong, a Manipuri coming-of-age drama, has earned a historic nomination at the BAFTAs 2026. The film has earned a nomination in the  Best Children’s and Family Film category.

BAFTA 2026 nominations: Farhan Akhtar’s Manipuri drama Boong to compete for Best Children's Film

'The Traitors' presenter will preside over the British awards ceremony, which takes place at London's Royal Festival Hall on February 22, 2026


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Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi’s BAFTA acceptance speech re-uploaded on YouTube after disappearing from social media

BBC and BAFTA apologise after racial slur disrupts awards show

BAFTA 2026: Manipur Film Beats Hollywood Giants | Lakshmipriya Devi Says Forgiveness Is Superpower

'Moment of immense joy': PM Modi Congratulates Team Of Boong after BAFTA Win

Host Alan Cumming apologises for strong language during BAFTA 2026

BAFTA 2026 honours Dharmendra in emotional In Memoriam tribute; fans react

Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Dandekar turn heads at BAFTA 2026 as Boong bags major win

BAFTAs: Boong director pays homage to Manipur in her winning speech

Alia Bhatt debuts on BAFTA stage with ‘Namaskar’, wins over the internet

Royals at BAFTA: Prince William and Kate step out amid Andrew controversy

BAFTA Film Awards 2026 red carpet: Alia Bhatt, Michael B Jordan arrive

Alia Bhatt at BAFTA! Actress makes striking appearance at British award

Before Alia Bhatt at BAFTA 2026: Bollywood actresses who presented

BAFTA Awards 2026: When and where to watch in India- Here's everything to know about 'British Oscars'

BAFTA Awards 2026: Alia Bhatt named as one of the presenters

Farhan Akhtar reacts as Boong scores historic nomination at BAFTAs

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The Traitors host Alan Cumming to present BAFTA 2026? Here's what reports say