Indian cinema legend Dharmendra was honored in the BAFTA Awards 2026 Memoriam, a poignant tribute to his illustrious career. He was the sole Indian actor featured alongside Hollywood greats. The article also highlights Manipur’s film ‘Boong’ winning Best Children’s and Family Film, marking a significant moment for Indian cinema at the prestigious awards. Read on to know more in detail.

The legendary actor of Indian cinema, Dharmendra, appeared in the Memoriam section of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards 2026. The screen icon was featured alongside Hollywood stars like Val Kilmer and Robert Duvall.

Dharmendra features in the Memoriam Section of BAFTA 2026

Dharmendra passed away at the age of 89 in November 2025 and was the only Indian actor to become a part of the Memoriam Section at BAFTA.

Who all featured in the Memoriam Section at BAFTA 2026?

Apart from Hindi cinema legend Dharmendra, names like Rob Reiner, Robert Duvall, Tom Stoppard, Brigitte Bardot, Udo Kier, Diane Ladd, and Val Kilmer featured in the Memoriam Section at BAFTA 2026. The ‘Sholay’ actor was the only Indian on the list.

More about Dharmendra’s death

After getting treated at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai for over a week, Dharmendra was brought to his Juhu residence for further treatment. Reportedly, he was put on ventilator support. The actor passed away on November 24, 2025. His funeral took place in Mumbai.

More about Dharmendra

The actor worked in over 300 films in his over six-decade-long career. His popular movies include ‘Sholay’, ‘Dharam Veer’, ‘Seeta Aur Geeta’, ‘Mera Gaon Mera Desh’, ‘Phool Aur Patthar’ and more.The actor was last seen in the film ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya’ starring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon in the lead. His performance in Karan Johar’s 2023 romantic film ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani’ received a lot of appreciation and love from the audience. Dharmendra’s last stint as an actor was in Sriram Raghavan’s ‘Ikkis’, which was released after his demise.

India at BAFTAs

The Indian movie ‘Boong’, hailing from Manipur, bagged the Best Children’s and Family Film award at BAFTA 2026. The film was backed by Farhan Akhtar. Directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, the movie was in the race to win the award against ‘Arco’, ‘Lilo & Stitch’, and ‘Zootropolis 2’.