18 February,2024 09:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Deepika Padukone`s look for BAFTA Film Awards 2024
Get ready for some major excitement because Deepika Padukone is going to be one of the presenters at the BAFTA Film Awards 2024. She'll be sharing the stage with David Beckham, Cate Blanchett, and Dua Lipa, all set to hand out those prestigious golden masks on Sunday evening.
Just before the grand evening starts, Deepika Padukone shared her look for the big day on her social media account. Deepika took to her Instagram and shared an image of herself in a beautiful white six yards. The actress opted for a traditional shimmery white saree and paired it with a matching blouse to ace her look. She tied her hair in a messy bun, and while ditching heavy jewellery, the Bajirao Mastani actress opted for pretty chic earrings. With minimal makeup and matching heels, Deepika finished her look.
Deepika Padukone to be a presenter
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On February 13, news surfaced about Deepika Padukone. The actress is all set to grace the BAFTA stage to be a presenter! The Bollywood icon will join the likes of David Beckham, Cate Blanchett, and Dua Lipa. They are each scheduled to present a BAFTA Film Award, although the specific categories haven't been confirmed yet. Joining them as presenters for the night are Adjoa Andoh from 'Bridgerton,' Hugh Grant from 'Wonka,' and Lily Collins from 'Emily in Paris.'
Other notable names presenting awards include Emma Corrin and Gillian Anderson from 'The Crown,' Himesh Patel from 'Black Mirror,' and Idris Elba from 'Hijack.'
The Rising Star Award will be presented by former winners Emma Mackay and Jack O'Connell. This year's nominees include Phoebe Dynevor, Ayo Edebiri, Jacob Elordi, Mia McKenna-Bruce, and Sophie Wilde. Hannah Waddingham is set to perform a "special cover song" during the ceremony, which will be hosted by former Doctor Who David Tennant.
Sophie Ellis Bexter will also make an appearance, singing her 24-year-old track 'Murder on the Dancefloor,' which gained new popularity thanks to Emerald Fennell's film 'Saltburn.'
Among the attendees are Barry Keoghan from 'Saltburn,' Bradley Cooper and Carey Mulligan from 'Maestro,' Cillian Murphy from 'Oppenheimer,' and directors Greta Gerwig, Christopher Nolan, Celine Song, and Yorgos Lanthimos.
Deepika Padukone at Oscars 2023
The actress represented India at the Academy Awards, 2023, she was one of the chosen few from around the world who presented an award at the ceremony. Deepika joined the likes of Emily Blunt, Samuel L. Jackson, Dwayne Johnson, Michael B. Jordan, Janelle Monáe, Zoe Saldana, Jennifer Connelly, Riz Ahmed, Melissa McCarthy, among a few others who were part of this honor. The 95th Oscars aired live on ABC on Sunday, March 12, 2023.
About BAFTA Film Awards 2024
The BAFTA Film Awards 2024 are happening on Sunday night at the Royal Festival Hall in London. You can catch the broadcast in the U.K. on the BBC and iPlayer, and in the U.S. and other places on the streaming platform Britbox.
