IIFA 2024: Shah Rukh Khan Has A Hilarious Response About Hosting The Award Show

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SEPTEMBER 27,2024

One of the most-awaited award shows in Indian cinema, the International Indian Film Academy Awards (also known as IIFA Awards), is finally here. Bollywood celebrties have already started flying from Mumbai to Abu Dhabi, the city where this year's award function would be hosted.

ICYMI, the event will be hosted by none other than two IIFA veterans, Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar. The former reached Abu Dhabi on Thursday, and as always, he was at his stylish best.

While many other Bollywood celebs have touched down to the Gulf paradise, it was SRK's hilarious response that won over the internet, leaving us laughing out loud.

Shah Rukh Khan's hilarious response to hosting IIFA

Known for his irresistible charm and smirky wit, the Jawan actor is all set to host one of the biggest events. This year, IIFA Awards have become more inclusive by expanding to four more languages: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.

The second day will be scheduled for the Hindi film, and the third day will be dedicated to the Music Awards.

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As the actor was on his way to check into the venue, a reporter asked him how excited he was for the biggest award night of the year. "Wonderful as always. Loving Abu Dhabi, loving Andre Timmins."

When asked what the fans and audience can expect from his hosting gig, Shah Rukh said, "Batata hoon, pura program batata hoon (I'll tell you the whole program, come.)"

The IIFA Awards official Instagram page took to social media and shared the viral clip. The caption read, "We asked Shah Rukh Khan how excited he is to host the Nexa IIFA Awards this year, but we'll have to hang tight for his answer! What do you think he might have to share with us?"

Shah Rukh Khan's love for IIFA

The Pathaan star will be hosting the 24th edition of the IIFA Festival alongside his best friend and filmmaker, Karan Johar. The duo has entertained the masses with their effortless hosting skills in the past.

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Sharing his excitement and love for the award show, SRK said, "IIFA is a celebration of Indian cinema that resonates across the globe, and being a part of its journey over the years has been amazing. I look forward to bringing the energy, passion, and grandeur of IIFA to life once again as we gear up for an unforgettable celebration of Indian cinema this September."

IIFA Awards 2024 are all set to start on September 27 to 29 in Yas Islands, Abu Dhabi.