Alia Bhatt found herself at the centre of online chatter after hosting a recent award function alongside Zakir Khan and Sunil Grover. While the actor brought her trademark energy to the stage, social media reactions have been sharply divided, with a section of viewers calling her performance “cringe.”
“Comedic Timing – 0”: Internet Reacts
Clips from the awards night quickly went viral, triggering a flood of reactions online. Many users criticised her comedic timing, expressions and stage presence, with some pointing out that her jokes failed to land with the audience. Comments ranged from her being “second-hand embarrassment” to “comedic timing = 0”, “nobody is laughing” and “boring script, anchoring is not your cup of tea.”
Not even a minute to expose the limitations of these Nepo Kids.. pic.twitter.com/cqotifc5nZ
— Mihir Jha (@MihirkJha) April 6, 2026
Several viewers also noted the muted audience response, interpreting it as a sign that the humour wasn’t connecting.
Watching live telecast of an award show after ages and I now get why they don't do live awards anymore.Technical snags, lagging audio & dead boring. Alia is also so visibly nervous as a debutant host and going overboard. Her saying 'no award for just attending' is so meta!
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The criticism intensified after multiple hosting clips surfaced online, showing Alia interacting with industry names and attempting comedic bits. Some netizens felt she appeared “not confident” or was “trying too hard,” while others joked about her expressions and delivery style.
Is anyone watching Alia’s anchoring on Screen Awards Live?
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Not All Negative
Despite the trolling, a section of fans appreciated her willingness to step out of her comfort zone and try something new. Hosting a major awards show, especially alongside seasoned performers like Zakir Khan and Sunil Grover, comes with its own challenges, and some viewers acknowledged the pressure of live performance.
Interestingly, while Alia’s hosting drew mixed reactions, the night itself was dominated by Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, which emerged as one of the biggest winners at the ceremony.
