The International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA), one of the most prestigious events celebrating Indian cinema, is set to take place from September 27 to 29, 2024. The 2024 IIFA Awards promise to be a grand affair, showcasing both Bollywood and South Indian films at the spectacular Etihad Arena, located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. This three-day event will highlight the diversity and global influence of Indian cinema with numerous performances, music events, and awards ceremonies.
IIFA Awards 2024: Venue and Dates
The IIFA 2024 will be hosted at the iconic Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The venue, known for hosting world-class events, is the perfect location to celebrate the magic of Indian films. The schedule for the event is as follows:
- September 27, 2024 – IIFA Utsavam: A dedicated event honoring the best in South Indian cinema.
- September 28, 2024 – IIFA Awards: The main awards ceremony where Bollywood and South Indian stars will be honored.
- September 29, 2024 – IIFA Rocks: A spectacular musical evening featuring performances from renowned singers and music composers.
This three-day gala will feature dazzling performances by some of the biggest stars in Indian cinema, and it is expected to be a major highlight for fans worldwide.
Host and Performers of IIFA 2024 Events
The festivities will begin on Friday, September 27, with the IIFA Utsavam 2024, dedicated to recognizing the best in South Indian cinema. The Utsavam will be hosted by stars from each major South Indian language: Rana Daggubati and Teja Sajja for Telugu, Akul Balaji and Vijay Raghavendra for Kannada, Sathish and Diya Menon for Tamil, and Sudev Nair and Pearle Maaney for Malayalam.
Performances from icons like Prabhu Deva, Rockstar DSP, Shane Nigam, and Raashii Khanna will light up the stage. Attendees will include some of the biggest names in South Indian cinema, such as Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, Vikram, Samantha, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and AR Rahman.
The main event, the IIFA Awards 2024, will take place on Saturday, September 28, with Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, and Vicky Kaushal hosting the evening. The night will feature dazzling performances by Rekha, Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Janhvi Kapoor, and Ananya Panday. On Sunday, September 29.
The celebration continues with IIFA Rocks, a musical extravaganza hosted by Siddhant Chaturvedi and Abhishek Banerjee, featuring performances by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, Shilpa Rao, Honey Singh, and Lulia Vantur.
Where to Watch IIFA Awards 2024
Whether you want to watch the star-studded performances, award announcements, or musical numbers, there are several ways to watch the IIFA Awards 2024:
- Television Broadcast:
- Sony TV
- Colours TV
- Star Plus
- Online Streaming:
- Zee5: You can catch the event live or stream it on demand through Zee5 App.
- Official IIFA YouTube Page: The official IIFA YouTube channel will stream the event live, allowing fans to watch the action as it unfolds.
IIFA Awards 2024: Nominations
The IIFA 2024 nominations have stirred excitement across the industry, as some of the biggest stars and films are competing in various categories. The nominations were announced on August 19, 2024, and films like Animal, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, and Jawan lead the pack with the highest number of nods.
Best Picture:
- Vidhu Vinod Chopra – 12th Fail
- Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga – Animal
- Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
- Gauri Khan – Jawan
- Sajid Nadiadwala, Shareen Mantri Kedia, Kishor Arora – Satyaprem Ki Katha
- Ronnie Screwvala – Sam Bahadur
Best Direction:
- Vidhu Vinod Chopra – 12th Fail
- Sandeep Reddy Vanga – Animal
- Karan Johar – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
- Atlee – Jawan
- Siddharth Anand – Pathaan
- Amit Rai – OMG 2
Performance In A Leading Role (Female):
- Rani Mukerji – Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway
- Alia Bhatt – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
- Deepika Padukone – Pathaan
- Kiara Advani – Satyaprem Ki Katha
- Taapsee Pannu – Dunki
Performance In A Leading Role (Male):
- Vikrant Massey – 12th Fail
- Ranbir Kapoor – Animal
- Ranveer Singh – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
- Shah Rukh Khan – Jawan
- Vicky Kaushal – Sam Bahadur
- Sunny Deol – Gadar 2
Performance In A Supporting Role (Female):
- Tripti Dimri – Animal
- Geeta Aggarwal Sharma – 12th Fail
- Sanya Malhotra – Sam Bahadur
- Jaya Bachchan – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
- Shabana Azmi – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
Performance In A Supporting Role (Male):
- Dharmendra – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
- Gajraj Rao – Satyaprem Ki Katha
- Tota Roy Chowdhury – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
- Anil Kapoor – Animal
- Jaideep Ahlawat – An Action Hero
Performance In A Negative Role:
- Bobby Deol – Animal
- John Abraham – Pathaan
- Vijay Sethupathi – Jawan
- Emraan Hashmi – Tiger 3
- Yami Gautam – OMG 2
Music Direction:
- Pritam, Vishal Mishra, Manan Bhardwaj, Shreyas Puranik, Jaani, Bhupinder Babbal, Ashim Kemson, Harshavardhan Rameshwar – Animal
- Pritam – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
- Vishal-Shekhar – Pathaan
- Anirudh Ravichander – Jawan
- Sachin-Jigar – Zara Hatke Zara Bachke
- Shantanu Moitra – 12th Fail
Playback Singer (Male):
- Arijit Singh – Animal
- Bhupinder Babbal – Animal
- Vishal Mishra – Animal
- Arijit Singh – Pathaan
- Diljit Dosanjh – Dunki
Playback Singer (Female):
- Shreya Ghoshal – Animal
- Shilpa Rao – Pathaan
- Shilpa Rao – Jawan
- Shreya Ghoshal – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
- Deepthi Suresh – Jawan
Conclusion
The IIFA Awards 2024 promises to be a grand celebration of Indian cinema, recognizing the best talents and films from Bollywood and South India. With blockbuster hits like Animal, Jawan, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, and many more vying for top honors, the event is set to be full of glitz, glamour, and unforgettable performances.
Make sure to mark your calendars for September 27-29, 2024, and catch the action live on your favorite TV channels or streaming platforms like JioCinema and YouTube.