Congress’s Mani Shankar Aiyar, known for his controversial statements on multiple issues, this time advised his party’s senior leader Rahul Gandhi to leave INDIA Bloc’s driving seat to leaders of the regional parties.
The stars have turned up looking their best in sharp tuxedos, elegant gowns and larger-than-life ensembles. Leonardo DiCaprio wore a classic tailored suit with refined cut. He paired it with a white shirt and a bow tie. Timothee Chalamet, on the other hand, donned a Givenchy by Sarah Burton tux. Tilda Swinton delivered the evening’s best fashion moment in Chanel. Emma Stone turned heads in a halter-neck Louis Vuitton gown. Alia Bhatt looked ethereal in a custom silver sequined gown from Gucci. She paired it with a soft white fur stole and nude makeup. Teyana Taylor wore a wine-coloured Burberry ensemble.
Director-actor Farhan Akhtar attended the red carpet ceremony with his wife Shibani Dandekar. The actor wore a white tuxedo while Shibani looked beautiful in a halter-neck golden satin gown.
Moreover, Kate Middleton, Prince William made a joint appearance BAFTA Awards 2026. This was their first public engagement since ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest. Middleton stunned in a blush Gucci gown while Prince William wore a wine-coloured tuxedo.
This year, Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another leads the nominations, closely followed by Ryan Coogler’s Sinners.
Take a look at the red carpet clicks below:
Alia Bhatt arrived at the BAFTA Awards 2026 as one of the presenters of the evening, looking breathtaking in a custom Gucci gown. The silver sequined dress featured a high neckline and a fitted silhouette. The shimmer of the gown was the highlight of her look. She paired it with a soft white fur stole, which added a touch of elegance to the look.