IIFA Awards 2027: A Star-Studded Celebration in Abu Dhabi
Overview of the 27th IIFA Awards
The 27th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards are set to take place in Abu Dhabi this year. A host of celebrities, including Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Shahid Kapoor, are expected to grace the event. Here’s what you need to know about the schedule and highlights of this year's IIFA.
Highlights of IIFA 2027
What makes this year's IIFA unique?
The 27th IIFA Awards will occur on January 22–23, 2027. Numerous Bollywood stars will be heading to Abu Dhabi for this grand occasion. The venue for the event is the Etihad Arena located on Yas Island, marking the fourth time the IIFA has been hosted in this region (Dubai/UAE). Notable attendees will include Karan Johar, Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi, and Ali Fazal.
Rescheduling of IIFA
Change in Dates for IIFA
Originally, the IIFA was slated for August–September 2026, but the event was postponed due to incomplete preparations. The previous IIFA event took place in Jaipur in 2025, hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar and actor Kartik Aaryan. At that ceremony, the film *Laapataa Ladies*, directed by Kiran Rao, won a total of 10 awards across various categories.
Award Winners Over the Years
Notable Achievements at IIFA
Throughout its history, IIFA has recognized numerous films with multiple awards. Aamir Khan's *3 Idiots* and *Devdas* each won 16 awards at a single event. Other successful films like *Kal Ho Naa Ho*, *Barfi!*, and *Bhaag Milkha Bhaag* secured 14 awards each. In terms of acting accolades, Shah Rukh Khan and Hrithik Roshan have each received 5 awards (combining Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor). Among female performers, Rani Mukerji has also won 5 awards (combining Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress). Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali has been honored with 4 awards in the directing category.
The Legacy of IIFA
History of the IIFA Awards
The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards were established in 2000, with the inaugural ceremony taking place on June 24 of that year. The film *Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam*, featuring Ajay Devgn, Aishwarya Rai, and Salman Khan, was awarded Best Film at this first event. The awards celebrate excellence in various categories, including Bollywood films, actors, actresses, and direction.
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