Two Russian actors make longlist for BAFTA Awards

One of them, Yura Borisov, was previously nominated for a Golden Globe for his role in the same film, ‘Anora’.

Two Russian actors have made it onto the longlist for the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards. Yura Borisov and Mark Eydelshteyn are both contenders in the category of ‘Best Supporting Actor’ for their performances in the film ‘Anora’. The official list of nominees was published on the BAFTA website on Friday.

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Both actors delivered compelling performances in the movie directed by American filmmaker Sean Baker, which has also been nominated for ‘Best Film’. Baker himself is up for the ‘Best Director’ award. The story revolves around the love affair between Anora, a sex worker from Brooklyn, and the son of a Russian oligarch. Their marriage ignites a fierce battle with the groom’s family, who will stop at nothing to tear them apart.

Mark Eydelshteyn, 22, portrays Ivan, the wealthy young man caught up in this turbulent relationship. Yura Borisov, 32, plays the role of Igor, the stoic enforcer for the groom’s family, adding depth and intensity to the narrative.

The winners of the BAFTA Film Awards will be announced on February 16.

In December 2024, Yura Borisov received a Golden Globe nomination for ‘Best Supporting Role’ for his performance in ‘Anora’. The film premiered at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, where it won the prestigious Palme d’Or.