Alia Bhatt to Present at BAFTA Awards 2026
Indian film star Alia Bhatt named presenter for the 79th BAFTA Awards in London, highlighting rising international representation.
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Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has been officially announced as one of the presenters for the 79th EE BAFTA Film Awards, scheduled to take place on 22 February 2026 at the Royal Festival Hall in London.
Bhatt joins a star‑studded lineup of international presenters for one of the most prestigious events in the global film calendar. The British Academy of Film and Television Arts, organisers of the annual ceremony, have confirmed that the list of presenters includes major Hollywood and international talents such as Cillian Murphy, Kate Hudson, Bryan Cranston, Alicia Vikander, Gillian Anderson, Sadie Sink, Patrick Dempsey, Emily Watson and many others.
The announcement marks another significant milestone in Bhatt’s expanding international presence, following appearances and recognition on global platforms. She shared the news with her followers on social media, teasing fans with a playful post ahead of the event.
The BAFTA Film Awards, widely recognised for celebrating excellence in both national and international cinema, bring together filmmakers, actors and creative talents from around the world. With Bhatt’s inclusion in the presenter roster, Indian cinema continues to gain visibility on prominent international stages alongside acclaimed global performers.
The ceremony will honour outstanding achievements in filmmaking for the year 2025, with awards presented across a range of categories covering artistic, technical and performance excellence. The event is expected to be broadcast live in the UK and reach audiences globally through various media outlets.
Bhatt’s participation follows in the footsteps of other Indian luminaries who have previously presented at BAFTA events, like Priyanka Chopra-Jonas in 2021 and Deepika Padukone in 2024.