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‘Why did I say Gone Girl?’: Alia Bhatt settles the BAFTA controversy with a hilarious ‘Gunda’ twist at Chetak Screen Awards 2026 | Bollywood News

‘Why did I say Gone Girl?’: Alia Bhatt settles the BAFTA controversy with a hilarious ‘Gunda’ twist at Chetak Screen Awards 2026 | Bollywood News

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4 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Apr 6, 2026 01:42 PM IST Chetak Screen Awards 2026: Alia Bhatt recently made headlines when she was trolled after her appearance at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA). At the red carpet, she named Gone Girl as the biggest plot twist after some hesitation, that led to social media backlash and trolling. The actor had responded to the backlash at the time, and now, while hosting the Chetak Screen awards on Sunday, she revisited the moment with humour, saying she wished she had named a Bollywood film instead. During their fun banter, comedian Zakir Khan dopped actor Mohan Joshi’s iconic lines from Gunda, “Mera naam hai Pote, jo apne baap ke bhi nahi hote.” A surprised Alia guessed the film and tracked back to her answer at BAFTA. “Gunda! Oh my God, the biggest plot twist is Gunda. Why did I say Gone Girl?” she said. “Haan vahi mujhe laga, koi baat nahi, bade bade shehron mein aisi chotti chotti baatein hoti rehti hain (such small things keep happening),” …

BAFTA TV Awards: Costume designer Rick Roy on Rob & Ramesh Vs getting nominated

BAFTA TV Awards: Costume designer Rick Roy on Rob & Ramesh Vs getting nominated

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Last week, as the British Academy of Film & Television Arts (BAFTA) announced its Television Awards nominations, Rob & Ramesh Vs earned a spot in the nominations for the Entertainment Performance category. For costume designer Rick Roy, it’s a surreal moment as he featured in an episode of the comedy series. He said, “How often does one get the opportunity to be part of a project that gets nominated at the BAFTAs? Getting this nomination has taken our excitement to another level.” Roy was initially roped in to style comedians Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan for a Bollywood-themed episode. However, the director decided to cast him in the episode, which sees the two hosts getting a crash course in Bollywood.  Roy added, “Many from the South Asian diaspora in the UK said they felt connected to their roots, thanks to the way Bollywood was represented.”   Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the …

Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi: ‘Everyone in N-E hates being called northeastern’ | Regional News

Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi: ‘Everyone in N-E hates being called northeastern’ | Regional News

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3 min readMumbaiUpdated: Mar 6, 2026 07:24 AM IST Even though after winning the BAFTA award, Boong has been making waves for being the first Manipuri film to win such a major honour, its writer-director Lakshmipriya Devi makes it clear that many of her predecessors have received international recognition in the past. Calling out the general lack of awareness regarding the North-East region and its people, she said: “Everyone in the North-East hates being called a Northeastern person.” Naming some of the movies that have enjoyed global acclaim, Lakshmipriya Devi said: “The movies by Rima Das have travelled to international festivals and won several awards. The 1981 Manipuri film, Imagi Ningthem (My Son, My Precious), directed by Aribam Syam Sharma, was screened at a number of film festivals.His 1990 film Ishanou (The Chosen One) was screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the 1991 Cannes Film Festival. Its restored version was featured in the Cannes Classic section in 2023.” Both Imagi Ningthem and Ishanou were written by the late M K Binodini Devi, who …

Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi: ‘Everyone in N-E hates being called northeastern’ | Regional News

Everyone in N-E hates being called northeastern: Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi | Bollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiMar 6, 2026 05:30 AM IST Even though after winning the BAFTA award, Boong has been making waves for being the first Manipuri film to win such a major honour, its writer-director Lakshmipriya Devi makes it clear that many of her predecessors have received international recognition in the past. Calling out the general lack of awareness regarding the North-East region and its people, she said: “Everyone in the North-East hates being called a Northeastern person.” Naming some of the movies that have enjoyed global acclaim, Lakshmipriya said: “The movies by Rima Das have travelled to international festivals and won several awards. The 1981 Manipuri film, Imagi Ningthem (My Son, My Precious), directed by Aribam Syam Sharma, was screened at a number of film festivals. His 1990 film Ishanou (The Chosen One) was screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the 1991 Cannes Film Festival. Its restored version was featured in the Cannes Classic section in 2023.” Both Imagi Ningthem and Ishanou were written by the late M K Binodini Devi, who was …

NAACP Image Awards open with Deon Cole jokes, BAFTA nod and Michael B. Jordan, Delroy Lindo support

NAACP Image Awards open with Deon Cole jokes, BAFTA nod and Michael B. Jordan, Delroy Lindo support

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LOS ANGELES — The 57th NAACP Image Awards opened off Saturday night with host Deon Cole blending sharp political humor with pointed cultural commentary, including a censored jab referencing immigration enforcement and a nod to the recent awards-season disruption involving Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo at the British Academy Film Awards. NAACP Image Awards open with Deon Cole jokes, BAFTA nod and Michael B. Jordan, Delroy Lindo support Cole’s monologue at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium drew loud reactions from the crowd as he joked about removing anything associated with “ICE” from the guest list before shifting into a comedic prayer segment that touched on celebrities and current headlines. The comedian then referenced the BAFTA disruption, which occurred Feb. 21 when a racial slur was shouted from the audience by Tourette syndrome advocate John Davidson while Jordan and Lindo were presenting during a ceremony that had been prerecorded earlier in the day. In his live monologue, Cole humorously gave his warning to anyone prone to inappropriate outbursts. “If there are any white men out here …

Boong: BAFTA deletes director Lakshmipriya Devi`s speech, later reuploads

Boong: BAFTA deletes director Lakshmipriya Devi`s speech, later reuploads

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The Manipuri-language film Boong made history at the BAFTA Awards 2026. The film won the award for Best Children’s and Family Film, becoming the first Indian movie ever to claim the honour in this category. In her acceptance speech, director Lakshmipriya Devi urged everyone to pray for peace in Manipur. However, her speech was pulled down by BAFTA from its official platforms, which irked netizens. Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi’s speech pulled down by BAFTA Devi delivered the speech after her film Boong won the Best Children’s and Family Film award on the international stage. The speech was originally broadcast on BBC during the awards ceremony and later shared on BAFTA’s official X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram accounts. Days after the ceremony, the acceptance speech appeared to have been removed from BAFTA’s X and Instagram pages. A social media user on X raised the issue in a post that read, “Hello @BAFTA, why was Lakshmi Priya’s winning speech for the film Boong quietly removed from your official social media platforms today? This is deeply disappointing.” Filmmaker …

Alia Bhatt explains her BAFTA red carpet faux pas, wonders why people are still talking about it. Watch | Bollywood News

Alia Bhatt explains her BAFTA red carpet faux pas, wonders why people are still talking about it. Watch | Bollywood News

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4 min readChennaiFeb 28, 2026 09:46 AM IST After making headlines at the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) as she presented an award in Hindi, Alia Bhatt attended Gucci’s Primavera show at ongoing Milan Fashion Week on Friday. Alia is the face of the brand in India. The fashion show marked the debut of the brand’s new creative director, Demna Gvasalia. The show was attended by several global celebrities, making it one of the most talked-about events of the fashion calendar. Alia at Gucci’s Milan show At the show, Alia turned heads as she wore an all-black leather outfit for the event. With her hair slicked back, she opted for a dewy makeup look that complemented the edgy ensemble. She also wore black sunglasses and statement accessories to complete her look for the evening. The bold appearance sparked mixed reactions online. While many fans loved her glamorous avatar, others felt it did not align with her usual style. A fan wrote, “Alia Bhatt looks glamorous, radiant, and unstoppable, truly serving statement style at the Gucci show …

Alia Bhatt responds to BAFTA interview backlash, explains Gone Girl moment: ‘Is it because of my expression?’

Alia Bhatt responds to BAFTA interview backlash, explains Gone Girl moment: ‘Is it because of my expression?’

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Alia Bhatt has finally responded to the online backlash she faced following her appearance at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) last week. The Gangubai Kathiawadi star, who presented the Best Film Not in the English Language award at the ceremony, drew attention not just for her presence on the global stage but also for the reaction to her on‑camera remarks and body language in post‑event interviews, especially when she was asked about the biggest movie twist. Alia Bhatt at BAFTA 2026 Alia Bhatt responds to Gone Girl interview criticism at BAFTA Alia Bhatt garnered significant attention on the BAFTAs red carpet, but she also faced criticism for a video clip of her interaction during the event. In the clip, she was asked to name a movie with a particularly impressive plot twist. Alia appeared momentarily surprised before mentioning Gone Girl, prompting a flurry of social media reactions. Many viewers questioned whether she had actually seen the film and criticised her response as overly hesitant or awkward. Some users suggested that she seemed nervous …

BAFTA winner Boong, directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, to re-release in theatres on this date

BAFTA winner Boong, directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, to re-release in theatres on this date

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Boong, a Manipuri language film directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, which recently won an award at the BAFTAs, will re-release in India next month. It is the first Indian film ever to win the BAFTA award. Boong had earlier released in India on September 19 last year in select cities and cinemas at PVR INOX. Boong recently won the Best Children’s & Family Film award at the 79th edition of the BAFTA Film Awards. Boong to re-release in India on this date The film marked Lakshmipriya’s directorial debut. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Friday, actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar made the announcement. The BAFTA award-winning film will release in theatres on March 6. Farhan shared the film’s poster along with a note. “A journey of innocence, love and resilience. Witness India’s first BAFTA Award-winning film, in cinemas on 6th March,” read the caption. About Boong Boong revolves around a young boy living with his single mother in a Manipuri village, both grappling with the unexplained disappearance of his father, Joykumar. Once working out of town, Joykumar has …

Boong producers say Manipur clashes began ‘the moment we finished filming’, reveal what communities in Moreh told them

Boong producers say Manipur clashes began ‘the moment we finished filming’, reveal what communities in Moreh told them

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For producers Vikesh Bhutani and Shujaat Saudagar, the BAFTA win for their film Boong came as a surprise and reinforced their belief that cinema can serve as a bridge to overcome hatred and foster global unity. The coming-of-age film, directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, won the award for Best Children’s and Family Film at the 2026 BAFTA awards ceremony, held at the Royal Festival Hall in London. Boong is a Manipuri-language film directed by Lakshmipriya Devi. “Winning is something which is the cherry on the cake. I personally was not expecting a win. But once we made the shortlist, there was always hope,” Shujaat told PTI in an interview. Boong revolves around a young boy searching for his absent father, whom he wants to bring home to surprise his mother. It was the only Indian film nominated at the awards. Lakshmipriya, who wrote and directed the movie, accepted the trophy during the ceremony and was accompanied by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani of Excel Entertainment. Vikesh and Shujaat have produced the project through their banner Chalkboard …