The duo, who hosted the ceremony for the second consecutive time, opened the show with a monologue featuring a host of “topical” gags. “There’s also been loads of great documentaries and current affairs shows this year, such as Putin Vs The West,” Ranganathan said. Russian President Vladimir Putin was mentioned at the Baftas (Nick Potts/PA)“Unfortunately, we’ve been told that Putin can’t make it tonight. “Yes, it turns out it was Barney Walsh,” Ranganathan joked. Bradley Walsh and Barney Walsh (Ian West/PA)“The brilliant Top Boy has also been nominated for three awards this year.
