Alia Bhatt REACTS To BAFTA Red Carpet Backlash, Clarifies ‘Gone Girl’ Moment; Says, “Is It Because Of My Expressions?”

Global star Alia Bhatt recently attended the BAFTA Awards, where she not only represented Indian cinema on an international platform but also presented an award in Hindi, a moment that drew praise from fans back home. However, one of her red-carpet interviews from the event unexpectedly went viral online, with social media users dissecting her facial expressions and reactions while she answered questions about her favourite film twist. Asked about a memorable cinematic twist, Alia cited Gone Girl, but clips of her pausing to recall details soon became the subject of memes and commentary.

Alia Bhatt REACTS To BAFTA Red Carpet Backlash

Addressing the chatter later in a candid interaction with Diet Sabya, the actor reacted to the unexpected scrutiny and explained what was going through her mind during the moment. She said, “Why is it being talked about so much? Is it because of my expressions?”

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“So basically I really think it is the best twist, but I have not like watched it in… when did it release? 10 years ago? So I have not watched it after that. So when she was like, ‘that monologue,’ I was like ‘haan’ (yes), and I was going back in my head that oh ya, ‘that monologue, correct correct correct’,” she added.

“I was like, ‘haan’ (yes), so I was like going back in time, and I guess that’s what you saw. I am a cool girl. I am a sweet girl. But I could be… total… I mean, I can be like… I am more sweet than I am cool. Actually, I don’t think I am cool. I am an uncool girl, my sister would say that,” the actor further explained.

Several viewers online had pointed out that she appeared distracted or unsure while recalling the scene, with some even questioning her answer. Alia’s clarification, however, suggested she was simply trying to remember the film’s monologue and mentally revisit the moment rather than reacting awkwardly.

Apart from the viral interview, Alia also made headlines for her fashion-forward appearance at Milan Fashion Week, where she stepped out in a head-to-toe Gucci ensemble, reinforcing her growing presence as a global fashion ambassador.

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Alia Bhatt’s BAFTA Speech

During the ceremony, Alia presented an award while speaking in Hindi, introducing herself and greeting the audience with pride in her roots, she opened with “Namaskar! Agla award ek aisi film ke liye hai, jo angrezi mein nahi hai,” Her choice to use her mother tongue on an international stage was widely applauded online, with many calling it a confident representation of Indian cinema at a global event.

“Don’t reach for the subtitles just yet. I was only saying in Hindi that the next award is for a film not in the English language. Because while film speaks in countless voices, what we always celebrate is the language of cinema. And that one we all speak fluently,” the Gangubai actress further noted.

Between her fashion statements, international appearances and candid responses to online chatter, Alia’s BAFTA outing once again showed how closely every moment of a global celebrity’s life is watched, and how she continues to handle it with characteristic honesty and humour.

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Varsha Tiwari

Varsha Tiwari is a budding content writer passionate about Bollywood, pop culture, and the stories behind the spotlight. She enjoys breaking down trends, celebrity moments, and film narratives into engaging, reader-friendly content. Always curious and observant, she is currently pursuing a Master’s in Communication and Journalism. Outside of writing, she enjoys painting because storytelling doesn’t always need words to make an impact.