The 79th British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards kicked off with a dazzling event at the Royal Festival Hall in London. The standout movie of the evening was Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another,' which garnered six awards from fourteen nominations, including prestigious accolades such as Best Film, Best Director, Adapted Screenplay, Cinematography, Editing, and Supporting Actor. The ceremony also saw strong performances from other nominated films, with 'The Fablemans' winning three awards from its thirteen nominations, and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein also taking home three awards.

Significantly, India celebrated a historic moment as the Manipuri film 'Boong' won the award in the Children and Family Film category—marking the first time an Indian film received this honor at the BAFTAs. This adds to the growing recognition of Indian cinema on international platforms. Bollywood producer Farhan Akhtar was among the co-producers of 'Boong,' which further showcases the diverse storytelling emerging from India.

The BAFTA ceremony, hosted by Scottish actor Alan Cumming this year, also paid tribute to legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra. The 'In Memoriam' segment honored artists who have made significant contributions to cinema and culture over the decades, reflecting the deep respect within the industry for those who have passed while underlining the importance of recognizing talent from various backgrounds and narratives.