Emma Watson subtly took a jibe at Harry Potter author JK Rowling as held the microphone in present the Best Outstanding British Film award at 2022 BAFTA on Sunday.
The 31-year-old actor was invited to the stage of the prestigious event by host Rebel Wilson as she said, “Here to present the next award is Emma Watson. She calls herself a feminist, but we all know she's a witch.”
Watson added, “I'm here for ALL the witches!” which netizens took as a dig at Rowling.
“I'm here for all the women'. Sly 'lil dig at JK Rowling there, Emma Watson?,” one user praised the actor on Twitter. (reported Daily Mail)
“was that a jibe by emma watson at jk rowling? what a QUEEEEENNN” another added.
The well-known author has been in hot waters for her statements on transgender issues.