India, Jan. 30 -- The BAFTA 2026 Film Awards nominations were unveiled to immediate scrutiny, reflecting the fierce competition of this year's awards season. While several expected frontrunners dominated the list, the limited top-category slots, especially in best film, left notable contenders on the sidelines, resulting in a lineup defined by clear winners, high-profile snubs and contrasts with Oscar voting patterns. The Oscar nominations came earlier this year, so the mix of snubs and surprises was more glaring and crucial.

As predicted, One Battle After Another, Sinners, Hamnet and Marty Supreme emerged as the backbone of the 2026 BAFTA nominations. Each film appeared across multiple top-tier categories, confirming their status as awa...