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  • BAFTA Film Awards: Cillian Murphy And Emma Stone Win Big, Deepika Padukone Turns Heads | Movies News

    New Delhi: Deepika Padukone put her best foot forward at her first-ever BAFTA outing. Dressed in a shimmering white Sabyasachi Mukherjee saree, the actor presented filmmaker Jonathan Glazer with the award for Best Film Not In The English Language” For The Zone Of Interest”. Her pictures with the night’s winner Cillian Murphy and Maestro actor Bradley Cooper led to fans anticipating if the actor would have an International announcement to make. Rumors of her being part of White Lotus 3 were recently refuted.

    The awards night was predictable, to say the least. Christopher Nolan’s biopic Oppenheimer reigned big with seven of BAFTA’s golden masks. Oppenheimer won Best Film, Best Director for Nolan as well as best Actor for Cillian Murphy and Best Supporting Actor for Robert Downey Jr.

    Visibly overwhelmed with the win the”Thank you for that extraordinary, exhilarating script, and for always pushing me. Oppenheimer was this colossally knotty, complex character, and he meant different things to different people. One man’s monster is another man’s hero. That’s why I love movies as a place to interrogate and investigate that complexity.”

    Emma Stone bagged best actress for Poor Things. Greta Gerwig’s Barbie once again found itself snubbed despite having five nominations.

    The popular Killers of The Flower Moon with nine nominations and Bradley Cooper’s Maestro with seven nominations were also overlooked.

    The most moving moment of the night was the presence of Back To The Future star Michael J Fox. The 62-year-old star arrived to present the award for Best Film to Oppenheimer.

    Fox, who is suffering from Parkinson’s disease, used a wheelchair to get on stage before standing at the podium to present the award. A standing ovation accompanied by audible gasps of “What a legend, went through the crowd, as they tearly cheered him with a thunderous applause.

    “There’s a reason why they say movies are magic because movies can change your day. They can change your outlook, and sometimes even your life,” said The Family Ties star.

    The Davis Guggenheim documentary film, Still: A Michael J Fox Movie, was nominated for best documentary but lost out to 20 Days In Mariupol.

  • Here’s What Makes Deepika Padukone A Global Icon | People News

    New Delhi: As Indian actor Deepika Padukone gears up to get on the stage as a presenter at BAFTA tomorrow, we can’t help but reflect back at how beautifully Deepika has represented us Indians on the biggest of world stages proudly owning her Indian roots each. time.

    Deepika Padukone is without doubt a force to be reckoned with, a name synonymous with excellence in world over. Her magnetic performances and undeniable charisma have entranced audiences worldwide, establishing her as an emblem of India’s cultural vibrancy and global significance. Whether she’s making us proud at the FIFA World Cup Final or making waves at the illustrious Oscars, Deepika’s presence resonates far beyond the realms of cinema, embodying the essence of India’s rich heritage on the global stage.

    Throughout her journey, Deepika Padukone has achieved extraordinary milestones, each more memorable than the last. From unveiling the FIFA World Cup 2022 trophy to gracing the Cannes Festival stage multiple times, the latest one as part of the esteemed jury and securing a coveted spot among the very few Indian actors on the TIME Magazine cover—twice—her impact is undeniable. And who could overlook her unforgettable speech introducing the performance “Naatu Naatu” from RRR at the 2023 Oscars? Draped in an exquisite Louis Vuitton ensemble, she captivated the audience effortlessly, etching her presence into the annals of history.

    But Deepika is more than just a world renowned actor; she’s a dynamic producer, an entrepreneur, a mental health advocate and more importantly a Global Icon solidifying her status on the world stage yet someone who remains closest to her roots. Her upcoming appearance as a presenter at the 77th British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards 2024 further cements her place on the international stage.

    In essence, Deepika’s journey to becoming a ‘Global Icon’ is a testament to her talent and unwavering representation of India on the global platform. Her presence at events like the FIFA World Cup Final, Oscars, and BAFTA is not merely symbolic; it underscores India’s cultural influence on a global scale. As she continues to shine brightly, Deepika epitomizes the potential of Indian talent to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.