BAFTA: Alia Bhatt Wins Hearts After Saying ‘Namaskar’ in Hindi on Stage

Alia Bhatt made a memorable appearance at the BAFTA 2026 Awards as a presenter, where she surprised the audience by starting her speech with "Namaste" in Hindi, adding a touch of Indian culture to the prestigious event

She presented the award for "Best Film Not in the English Language" and emphasized the universal language of cinema, seamlessly transitioning her speech from Hindi to English, which was met with enthusiastic applause

Alia Bhatt's red carpet look was inspired by Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe She wore a custom silver Gucci gown with a white stole, which received widespread praise from fans and fashion enthusiasts.

During a red carpet interview, Alia expressed gratitude for her career and mentioned her three-year-old daughter, Rhea, as her current source of inspiration and joy

On the professional front, Alia Bhatt has two upcoming Hindi films She will star in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's romantic drama "Love and War" alongside her husband Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal.

Additionally, Alia will appear in the action-packed spy film "Alpha," featuring co-stars Sharvari and Bobby Deol Both films are set for release later this year.

Alia's appearance at the BAFTAs and her embrace of Indian culture on an international stage have been widely discussed in the media, highlighting her role as a global ambassador for Indian cinema

The audience's positive reaction to her speech at the BAFTAs reflects the growing appreciation for cultural diversity and representation at major international events