The International Indian Film Academy Awards popularly known as IIFA is one of the most popular awards shows in Bollywood. It is known for gorgeous red carpet appearance and powerful performances by big stars at the main events. There are lots of expectations from IIFA 2018, as fans wait for it eagerly. Today, we are going to tell you everything you need to know about IIFA 2018. From locations to hosts to several performances, your one stop for everything IIFA is here.
19th IIFA Awards is scheduled to be held in Bangkok, Thailand after ten years. The award ceremony will take place between 22nd June and 24th June at the Siam Niramit Theatre.
The producers of IIFA are all set to bring the biggest award show of Bollywood with some cultural elements from Thailand. It will be a night to remember for all Bollywood fans.
Founder and Executive Director of Wizcraft, Andre Timmins said, “We’re excited to go back to Bangkok. There are a lot of interesting things we are doing and we hope this edition becomes exciting for people to come and have fun.” Lisbon and Paris were the other places they were considering for this year. “But we chose Bangkok because we felt it’s close by and this year we thought we will go somewhere close. And Bangkok is a place that has changed tremendously. There are more flights, hotels, restaurants and our industry loves Bangkok.”
Hosts:
Popular filmmaker Karan Johar and actor Ritesh Deshmukh are returning as the host once again.
That's @karanjohar working his magic with words and audience alike! #KJo #IIFA2018 pic.twitter.com/Eb3fYxTYR0
— IIFA (@IIFA) May 17, 2018
Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety actor Kartik Aaryan and Aayushmann Khurrana will host the music event titled IIFA Rocks.
Performance:
As of now, Ranbir Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor are confirmed to perform at the main event of IIFA 2018. Talking about his experience, Ranbir added, “Bangkok is the place where I first won my IIFA award for my debut film Saawariya. I am looking forward,”
Karan Johar had said that this year’s IIFA will be better and grander in every aspect. Many big names from the industry are all set to perform at the big event. He said, “I think the IIFA stage is always the most glamorous. It is large and has all the epicness… Also this year we have so many performances… We have Ranbir Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor and many other movie stars who are going to light up the stage in Bangkok and I can’t wait to get back,”
The stars sharing a light moment on the stage at #IIFA2018 Press Conference. pic.twitter.com/Cjh9dizrjd
— IIFA (@IIFA) May 17, 2018
In a lighter moment when asked about who hosts the best after parties, Karan took the name of superstar Salman Khan. Karthik Aaryan is currently basking the success of Sonu Ki Titu Ki Sweety. He is all set to make his debut as a host with IIFA 2018.
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