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2026-09-21 · 38 min ago · 359 readers
Like Alia Bhatt's BAFTA Look? VOTE!

Alia Bhatt made a sensational appearance at the BAFTAs in London. Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia Bhatt/Instagram Key Points Alia presented the BAFTA for Best Film Not in the English Language. She looked stunning in a custom-made Gucci halter-neck gown. Drawing inspiration from Marilyn Monroe, she captivated onlookers with a glamorous, old-Hollywood look.

Alia Bhatt made a striking debut at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards, where she presented the prize for Best Film Not in the English Language. Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia Bhatt/Instagram Drawing inspiration from Marilyn Monroe, she captivated onlookers with a glamorous, old-Hollywood look. Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia Bhatt/Instagram She dazzled in a custom made Gucci halter-neck gown adorned with silver sequins and layered with delicate microbeads, creating what she described as a 'cinematic glow'. Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia Bhatt/Instagram The backless ensemble was styled with a soft shearling wrap -- a nod to one of Marilyn's most iconic images in a shimmering gown paired with a white stole.

Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia Bhatt/Instagram Reflecting on her life on and off screen, Alia shared on the red carpet, 'Being in front of the camera to me is a blessing. I feel so grateful. I love my job so deeply. But I have to say that my true source of inspiration and magic right now is my daughter.

Looking at her, she just blooms. She's three now and dancing to my songs. Sometimes, I'm like, 'Okay, that is life.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia Bhatt/Instagram Alia presented the Best Film Not in the English Language BAFTA, which went to Danish-Norwegian filmmaker Joachim Trier's Sentimental Value. Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia Bhatt/Instagram Getting the look right before the event.

Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia Bhatt/Instagram A car selfie is a must before getting to the venue. Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia Bhatt/Instagram Like Alia Bhatt's BAFTA look? VOTE! Photographs curated by Satish Bodas/Rediff