“Namaskar. Agla award ek aisi film ke liye hai jo Angrezi mein nahin hai.”
These were Alia Bhatt’s opening lines on stage as she debuted as a presenter at the BAFTA Awards 2026 — nuanced, rooted and, of course, impressive. And perhaps it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that the actress’s last couple of appearances on the international stage have been quite a hit fashion wise (and otherwise). The purpose may have varied; Paris Fashion Week, Met Gala or Cannes Film Festival, but you will be Raazi, she has served every single time. Alia Bhatt at the BAFTA Film Awards 2026. (Photo: Getty Images)
Her global fashion journey feels like watching someone grow from a promising actor to a confident style ambassador carrying Indian aesthetics, and beyond, into international fashion arenas. While (without taking names) we have witnessed some really disappointing and safe choices being presented on the
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