Hold your breath as the homecoming celebration, the 20th edition of IIFA 2019 is around the corner. A mélange of Indian Cinema, fashion, music and dance, the highly- awaited global phenomena IIFA Celebrations: IIFA Rocks and NEXA IIFA Awards will be held in Mumbai on 16th and 18th September.
To reveal some exciting details about the upcoming IIFAs, Bollywood superstars Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif and Madhuri Dixit were joined by notable dignitaries and partners at the official IIFA Press Conference in Mumbai today at Sahara Star Hotel, Jade Ballroom, Ville Parle, Mumbai
Speaking on the occasion, Salman Khan said, “It has always been a pleasure to be a part of IIFA & the Wizcraft family over the years. This year’s homecoming is exceptional and very close to my heart, I am excited to celebrate and contribute to the homecoming of Indian cinema’s mega celebration. Over the last 19 years, IIFA has not only given Indian Cinema an International platform but it has also provided a wonderful opportunity to connect with our fans internationally.
It makes me particularly happy to perform at NEXA IIFA Awards in our very own Aamchi Mumbai – the birth place of Indian cinema, this September.”
Indian Actress, Madhuri Dixit who’s going to perform at the main NEXA IIFA Awards Night, said, “IIFA truly is an inspiring platform, a global phenomenon with a massive fan following year after year that celebrates the brilliance of Indian Cinema worldwide. I am honored to be a part of 20th homecoming celebrations and I wish IIFA all the success as we mark the homecoming edition of the grandiose global event here in Mumbai.”
Commenting on the occasion, Actor, Katrina Kaif, said, “IIFA is a great opportunity for the entire film fraternity to connect with their fans on both national and international platforms. I am personally very thrilled to perform at NEXA IIFA Awards 2019 and I look forward to having a great time at the 20th homecoming celebration of Indian Cinema, in Mumbai.”
The actors also hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s initiative of banning single-use plastic in the country and urged fans to support the mission. At an IIFA press conference in Mumbai, the actors voiced their concerns and drew attention to the pressing environmental problems.
Salman, who was dressed in a black shirt and blue trousers, added, “Don’t use plastic and don’t be plastic.” In June, Salman had also posted a subtle yet impactful message on single-use plastic.
Kick-starting the mega celebration marking the homecoming edition, on 16th September, IIFA Rocks 2019, will feature the best of Music And Fashion, all on one stage with a power-packed musical extravaganza by Amit Trivedi, Salim–Sulaiman, Neha Kakkar, Jassi Gill, B Praak, Dhvani Bhanushali, Ranjit Barot, Jonita Gandhi, Nakash Aziz and Tulsi Kumar. A fashion-filled soiree will be presented by highly acclaimed designers, Shantanu & Nikhil.
The grand finale of the homecoming edition of NEXA IIFA AWARDS 2019, hosted by the dynamic duo Ayushman Khurana and Arjun Kapoor will witness unforgettable, nostalgia-filled experiences of IIFA along with electrifying performances by talented young heavyweights and Bollywood biggies comprising Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal, Madhuri Dixit, Katrina Kaif and Sara Ali Khan.
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