The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has officially confirmed that Bollywood superstar Alia Bhatt will serve as a presenter at the upcoming 79th EE BAFTA Film Awards. The prestigious ceremony is scheduled to take place on February 22, 2026, at the iconic Royal Festival Hall in London.
Bhatt joins an elite roster of international presenters, including Oscar winner Cillian Murphy, Kate Hudson, Glenn Close, and Sadie Sink. This announcement marks another major milestone in Bhatt’s burgeoning global career, following in the footsteps of fellow Indian icons Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Deepika Padukone, who have previously presented at the awards.
A Global Stage for Indian Talent
The inclusion of Bhatt underscores the increasing influence of Indian cinema on the world stage. Taking to Instagram shortly after the announcement, the Gangubai Kathiawadi actress shared the news with her followers, playfully posting, “100 points if you can spot me,” in reference to the star-studded lineup shared by the Academy.
The 2026 ceremony, hosted by multi-award-winning actor Alan Cumming, promises to be a diverse celebration of cinema. Beyond the Hollywood heavyweights, the event will also feature Indian representation in the competitive categories; filmmaker Lakshmipriya Devi’s Manipuri-language film Boong has earned a nomination in the Best Children’s and Family Film category.
A Career at Its Peak
Alia Bhatt’s invitation to the BAFTAs comes on the heels of a highly successful 2025. In December, she was honored with the Golden Globe Horizon Award at the Red Sea International Film Festival, where she also debuted an exclusive first look at her upcoming action thriller, Alpha.
Currently, Bhatt is balancing a high-profile slate of projects, including Alpha: The first female-led film in the YRF Spy Universe. Love & War: A massive collaboration with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, co-starring Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal.
The Road to the 79th BAFTAs
The BAFTAs are widely regarded as a key indicator for the Academy Awards (Oscars). This year, films like One Battle After Another lead the nominations, but the spotlight on the red carpet will undoubtedly be shared by the international presenters who bring global flair to the London stage.
For fans in India, the ceremony will be available to stream internationally, allowing audiences to witness Bhatt represent the country at one of the most respected evenings in the film industry. To know such latest updates tuned tellyboosters.com Thank you!
