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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