Vicky Kaushal-Abhishek Bachchan to host 23rd IIFA
NEW DELHI [Maha Media]: The International Indian Film Academy and Awards (IIFA) is all set to return to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on May 26th and 27th.
The IIFA will be staged at the world-class Etihad Arena, the Middle East’s largest stateof-the-art indoor entertainment. IIFA today is recognised not just as a major International event but an institution in its own right; a brand that is synonymous with Indian cinema.
The highly anticipated two-day celebration will mark the 23rd edition of IIFA Weekend & Awards and is dedicated to building bridges across cinemas, businesses, communities, and nations, creating everyone’s dream: “One People. One World”.
With the growing popularity and global recognition, back by popular demand the biggest celebration of Indian cinema will see National Award-Winning actor Vicky Kaushal and Abhishek Bachchan assuming IIFA Awards hosting duties.
Speaking on the occasion, Vicky said, “I feel hugely privileged, my journey with IIFA goes back by seven years to my first film, Masaan when I won the Best Debut Award, followed by Best Supporting Actor for Sanju and Best Actor for Sardar Udham last year. I can’t wait to be back to take centre stage as IIFA Awards host along with Abhishek Bachchan.”
Abhishek added, “I'm ecstatic to be hosting the 23rd Edition of IIFA Awards at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. IIFA is like family to me and it gives me immense pleasure to celebrate the very best of the extraordinary range that Indian cinema has to offer. With IIFA’s gigantic global fan following it is indeed an annual pilgrimage and an absolute honour to entertain and meet the fans there and connect with them globally. I look forward to hosting the IIFA Awards. See you all there!”