Karan Johar Greets Ex-UFC Champion Anthony Pettis in India

Synopsis

Karan Johar warmly welcomed former UFC Champion Anthony Pettis to India, sharing his excitement for IIFA and the upcoming showdown in Hyderabad. The IIFA awards will celebrate its silver jubilee in Jaipur, with Johar hosting the prestigious event. Additionally, he expressed joy at Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra's pregnancy news.

Key Takeaways

Karan Johar welcomes Anthony Pettis to India.
IIFA will celebrate its 25th anniversary this year.
Hyderabad showdown on March 7.
Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra are expecting their first child.
Johar expresses pride in hosting IIFA for the fourth time.

Mumbai, March 1 (NationPress) Renowned filmmaker Karan Johar has officially welcomed former UFC Champion Anthony Pettis to India. The director expressed his warm sentiments through a heartfelt message on his Instagram stories.

KJo shared, "I am excited to welcome former UFC Champion Anthony Pettis to India for IIFA! It's thrilling to see global sports icons immersing in our culture."

He went on to mention, "And the excitement doesn't end there - Anthony's team will face Rana Daggubatti's fighters in a showdown in Hyderabad on March 7! Wishing both teams the best of luck—this will surely be an unforgettable event! See you at IIFA!"

For those unaware, IIFA is set to commemorate its silver jubilee in Jaipur this year. Filmmaker Karan Johar will take on the role of host for the prestigious award ceremony. Regarding his role as host, the head of Dharma Productions expressed that he feels an immense sense of pride and gratitude as IIFA celebrates 25 years of fostering global unity.

Karan Johar remarked, "Hosting the IIFA Awards has always been a remarkable experience, but the honor of hosting IIFA's global stage for the fourth time is exceptionally humbling and special. This year, as IIFA marks its glorious 25 years of cinematic brilliance and global unity, my heart is filled with pride and gratitude. Jaipur, Rajasthan, with its majestic beauty and rich cultural heritage, serves as the perfect backdrop for this momentous Silver Jubilee celebration. The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) is more than just an awards show—it’s a heartfelt tribute to Indian cinema and its worldwide influence. Being part of this historic milestone is a privilege I will treasure forever."

On a different note, Bollywood stars Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra recently revealed that they are expecting their first child.

Overjoyed by the announcement, KJo reshared their post on his Instagram story, writing, "Love you both so much!!! This is the best and most heartwarming news!! Thrilled for you both."

He added another story stating, "Love love love you!!!!! @sidmalhotra @kiaraaliaadvani I’m so excited for both of you! Welcome to the wonderful world of parenting."