Deepika Padukone, 38, will be presenting an award at the 77th British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards scheduled for February 18 evening. The confirmation of her role as a presenter came when she shared the list of presenters on her Instagram story, expressing her gratitude. This will not be her first international awards outing.
In the previous year's Academy Awards, Padukone showcased a live performance of "Naatu Naatu," the popular Telugu song from "RRR," which subsequently won the Best Original Song Oscar. - Adjoa Andoh - Cate Blanchett - David Beckham - Deepika Padukone - Dua Lipa - Emma Corrin - Gillian Anderson - Himesh Patel - Hugh Grant - Idris Elba - Indira Varma - Jack O'Connell - Kingsley Ben-Adir - Lily Collins - Andrew Scott - Chiwetel Ejiofor Also Read | Manipur violence: One killed as security personnel open fire on ‘village volunteers’ in Imphal. Details here The BAFTA is a world-leading independent arts charity that brings outstanding work in film, games, and television to public attention.
It supports the growth of creative talent in the UK and internationally. The BAFTA is scheduled for Sunday, February 18, at London's Royal Festival Hall, marking the venue's second consecutive year hosting the event, having previously been held at the Royal Albert Hall for several years. Viewers in India can catch the BAFTA awards ceremony on Lionsgate Play, streaming on February 19 at 12:30 am.
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