Synopsis
The IIFA Awards will celebrate its 25th anniversary in Jaipur on March 8-9, themed 'Silver is the New Gold.' Celebrities like Madhuri Dixit and Nushrratt Bharuccha have arrived, with events including discussions on women's contributions to cinema. The awards aim to honor the best in Indian film industry.Key Takeaways
- IIFA Awards celebrating 25 years in Jaipur.
- Theme for this year: 'Silver is the New Gold.'
- Madhuri Dixit and Nushrratt Bharuccha are among the attendees.
- Special session on women's roles in cinema.
- Finale of awards on March 9.
Jaipur, March 6 (NationPress) The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards is gearing up to commemorate its silver jubilee in Jaipur on March 8 and 9. This year's theme is 'Silver is the New Gold.' Bollywood stars have begun to arrive in the Pink City for this spectacular event, which will take place at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Center (JECC).
Actress Madhuri Dixit and Nushrratt Bharuccha touched down in Jaipur late Thursday evening. While speaking to the press at the airport, Madhuri shared, 'I share a long-standing bond with IIFA. It’s always a proud moment to be part of this event. This time, since it’s happening in Jaipur, I am even more excited.'
Similarly, Nushrratt Bharuccha expressed her excitement by stating, 'I am extremely excited about IIFA this year. The fact that it’s being hosted in Jaipur makes it even more special. I’ll be here for four days and plan to explore Rajasthan during my stay.'
Prior to their arrival, actors Vijay Varma, Aparshakti Khurana, and Abhishek Banerjee had already reached Jaipur. Superstar Shah Rukh Khan is anticipated to arrive on Friday and will stay for three days.
On Friday, IIFA will present a special dialogue session titled 'The Journey of Women in Cinema' in honor of International Women's Day. This session will feature Madhuri Dixit and Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga discussing the impact of women in the film industry, their challenges, and achievements.
This session will be moderated by IIFA Vice President Noorin Khan at Hotel Hyatt Regency, Mansarovar.
The grand finale of the IIFA Awards will be held on March 9, recognizing the finest works and artists of Indian cinema with the esteemed IIFA trophies.
Though the IIFA Awards have typically occurred in international venues, this year, the festivities return to India, commencing in the captivating city of Jaipur.
This three-day celebration will be filled with unforgettable events, performances, and tributes to some of Bollywood’s most remarkable milestones.
