Overview

• The 2024 BAFTA Breakthrough program names 43 creatives from the UK, US, and India, spanning fields such as acting, directing, costume design, and game development.
• Notable honorees include Emmy-nominated Nava Mau, recognized for her role in Netflix's Baby Reindeer, and BAFTA-winning comedian Mawaan Rizwan, creator of BBC Three's Juice.
• The initiative, in its 11th year and supported by Netflix, provides mentorship, networking events, and career guidance with industry leaders like Paul Rudd, Emma Thompson, and Barry Jenkins.
• Selections for the program were made by specialized juries in each region, featuring notable industry figures such as producer Kerstin Emhoff and filmmaker Guneet Monga Kapoor.
• Past BAFTA Breakthrough alumni include prominent names like Florence Pugh, Letitia Wright, and Tom Holland, underscoring the program's role in fostering significant talent.