IIFA 2019: ‘Raazi’ Gets Best Film, Raghavan Wins Director Award
All the latest updates from ‘Bollywood’s Oscars’, IFFA 2019.
The International Indian Film Academy Awards, aka ‘Bollywood’s Oscars’, was back for its 20th year. IIFA 2019 was held in Mumbai, and it was the first time the ceremony took place in India.
Hosted by Ayushmann Khurrana and Aparshakti Khurana, the show saw performances by Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal, Madhuri Dixit, Katrina Kaif and Sara Ali Khan. For more information on the show, click here.
Ayushmann Khurrana, Vicky Kaushal and Karan Johar graced the green carpet
IIFA 2019 was hosted by brothers Ayushmann Khurrana and Aparshakti Khurana
Ranveer Singh opened the show with a performance of ‘Mere Gully Mein’ from Gully Boy
While Madhuri Dixit, Katrina Kaif and Sara Ali Khan, Salman Khan and Vicky Kaushal mesmerized the crowd with their performances
Andhadhun, Padmaavat, Raazi, Sanju and Badhaai Ho were among the films nominated, with Andhadhun in the lead with 13 nominations
IIFA 2019 kickstarted on 16 September with IIFA Rocks where technical awards for Bollywood films were announced
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Ayushmann and Salman Prep for Their Performances Ahead of IIFA 2019
It’s almost showtime. Host Ayushmann Khurrana and Salman Khan were spotted preparing for their performances for the big night.
The Stage Is Set
The IIFA awards are being held in India for the first time. Here’s a glimpse of glitzy set at Dome at the NSCI stadium in Mumbai.
'Andhadhun' Dir Sriram Raghavan, Manjot Singh Among First Celebs to Arrive
Andhadhun director Sriram Raghavan, Dream Girl actor Manjot Singh and veteran film and theatre actor Dalip Tahil are among the first celebs to grace the green carpet.
Team Ayushmann Are Here
Host Ayushmann Khurrana and brother Aparshakti stopped by the green carpet accompanied by their partners Tahira Kashyap and Akriti Khurana. Ayushmann looked dashing in a white tux and Tahira dazzled in a pink dress.
KJo and Vicky Kaushal Pose on the Green Carpet
Karan Johar, Vicky Kaushal, Genelia Deshmukh and Riteish Deshmukh were the next to hit the green carpet.
Sara Ali Khan, Preity Zinta Arrive
Sara Ali Khan seems to have looked to Cinderella for outfit inspiration.
Nushrat Bharucha, Swara Bhasker and Jim Sarbh Pose for the Paps
Ranveer Brings 'Gully Boy' Swag to IIFA
Ranveer Singh hit the stage in a fluorescent jacket and shades covered in spikes. He brought Gully Boy style to the show and performed 'Mere Gully Mein’.
'Dhak Dhak' Queen Madhuri Is Here
Madhuri Dixit looked stunning as usual in a red body con dress.
Hosts Ayushmann and Aparshakti Celebrate IIFA's 20th Anniversary
Ayushmann and Aparshakti serenade IIFA in honour of its 20th edition.
Arijit Singh, Harshdeep Kaur Win for 'Raazi'
Harshdeep Kaur and Vibha Saraf won the Best Playback Singer award (female) 'Dilbaro' from Raazi. Arijit Singh won the Best Playback Singer award (male) for 'Ae Watan’, also from Raazi.
Vicky Kaushal Sets the Stage on Fire With His Performance
Sara Khan Dazzles In Her First IIFA Performance
'Green Carpet Goddes' Deepika Arrives
Madhuri Dixit Dances on Her Famous 'Ek Do Teen' Song
Salman 'Bhai' Closes the Show With His Power-Packed Performance
Raazi Bags the Best Film Award at IIFA
‘Raazi’ has won the Best Film award. It went to director Meghna Gulzar. Actor Katrina Kaif and choreographer presented the award.
Best Actor (Male) Award Goes to Ranveer Singh for Padmaavat
The Best Actor (Male) award went to Ranveer Singh for Padmaavat. 83 director Kabir Khan presents him the award.
Alia Gets Best Actress award for 'Raazi'
The Best Actor (Female) award goes to Alia Bhatt for Raazi. On-screen husband in the film, Vicky Kaushal presented her the award.
Sriram Raghavan won the Best Director Award for 'Andhadhun'
Sriram Raghavan won the Best Director award for Andhadhun. Deepika Padukone presented him the award.
Ranbir, Deepika Win Award for Best Actor in Past 20 Years
Both Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone won the Best Actor in the last 20 years, respectively.