20TH HOMECOMING EDITION OF NEXA IIFA AWARDS 2019 PROMISES TO BE A GRAND
CELEBRATION OF INDIAN CINEMA IN MUMBAI, INDIA
THE STAR-STUDDED ANNUAL CEREMONY REVEALS A STELLAR LINE-UP FOR IIFA ROCKS& IIFA AWARDS
~Arjun Kapoor & Ayushmann Khurrana tohost NEXA IIFA Awards~
~Radhika Apte& Ali Fazaltohost IIFA Rocks ~
~Power-Packed Performances BySalman Khan, Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal,
Madhuri Dixit, Katrina Kaif and Sara Ali Khan among others~
- IIFA Rocks 2019 : The Best of Music and Fashion, all on one stage, Sept 16th 2019
- Hosts: Radhika Apte& Ali Fazal
- Performers: Music: Amit Trivedi, Salim–Sulaiman, Neha Kakkar, Jassi Gill, B Praak, DhvaniBhanushali, RanjitBarot, Jonita Gandhi, Nakash Azizand Tulsi Kumar Fashion: Shantanu & Nikhil
- IIFA Rocks tickets are exclusively available online at BookMyShow
- NEXA IIFA Awards 2019:
- Hosts: Arjun Kapoor &Ayushmann Khurrana
- Performers: Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal, Madhuri Dixit, Katrina Kaif and Sara Ali Khan
- Sara Ali Khan and Vicky Kaushal to make their IIFA Debut At NEXA IIFA Awards
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 18thSeptember.
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 at Sahara Star Hotel, Jade Ballroom, Ville Parle, Mumbai
Addressing the media at the IIFA 2019 inaugural conference, Wiz Sabbas Joseph, Co-Founder, Director, Wizcraft International said, “IIFA is a Global celebration with a purpose to bring people and cultures together. My business partners Wizzes Andre Timmins and Wizzes Viraf Sarkari join me in expressing our gratefulness to the multiple countries that have hosted the IIFAs over the last 19 years and the film industry for its commitment to the IIFA dream.”
Shashank Srivastava, Executive Director, Marketing and Sales, Maruti Suzuki India said, “The automotive industry has moved beyond ‘Retail Experiences’. It is about privileges now. From innovations to hospitality, the entire journey has become more evolved and indulgent. And NEXA’s association with IIFA awards is a wonderful testament to that fact.”
Woosh Washing Expert detergent for the third consecutive year would partner with IIFA to promote the cause of gender equality with the campaign “Barabari Ghar Se Shurru”; Tata Tea Gold is the Brand Partner, EaseMyTrip.com as the Travel Partner.
Yogesh Jain, Director at Woosh Washing Expert, says, “We take immense pleasure and pride in announcing our partnership with IIFA for the 3rd consecutive year as a Cause Partner supporting the cause of “Barabari Ghar Se Shuru – Equality Begins At Home”.
For the fifth consecutive year, the IIFAs will be broadcast on Hindi entertainment platform, Colors and Colors Cineplex with a stunning line-up of star-studded programming comprising NEXA IIFA AWARDS, IIFA Rocks and Rewind episodes comprising magical moments from the IIFA Treasure troves.
Nina Elavia Jaipuria, Head – Hindi Mass Entertainment and Kids’ TV Network, Viacom18 said, “This is the 5th year of COLORS association with IIFA and it is a testament to our commitment of celebrating Indian cinema with our viewers all over the world. What makes this year special is that IIFA is returning to the home of Indian cinema, Mumbai to celebrate its 20th year.”
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.”
Madhuri Dixit is going to perform at the main NEXA IIFA Awards Night, She 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 20thhomecoming celebrations and I wish IIFA all the success as we mark the homecoming edition of the grandiose global event here in Mumbai.”
Katrina Kaif, said, “ 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.”
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, DhvaniBhanushali, RanjitBarot,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.
The biggest night of Indian cinema, NEXA IIFA AWARDS presentation ceremony will also witness the felicitation of individuals who havemade outstanding contributions to Indian cinema: the master of dance and choreography, Saroj Khan and the master of comedy, Syed Ishtiaq Ahmed Jafri, aka Jagdeep, both of whom have had remarkable careers and have delivered phenomenal performances on the silver screen.
Puneet Das, VP Marketing – Tea (India), Tata Global Beverages Ltd, said “This is a perfect opportunity for our consumers to witness the glitz and glamour and watch their favourite stars up, close and personal…. and we already seeing this excitement in the overwhelming responses we have been receiving so far. We wish IIFA a very happy 20th anniversary and many more to come.”
Andre Timmins, Co-Founder-Director- Wizcraft International, said, “ It couldn’t have been possible, without the entire film industry who has helped and supported IIFA, keeping the magic of IIFA alive, telling our story to the world.”
Adding to the excitement this year, IIFA has proudly announced THE IIFA 20 years Special Honours: 5 Special awards to celebrate the Winner among Winners from across the 19 IIFAs, the nominees for which would include all winners over the glorious 19-year journey.
Click on this link & VOTE NOW:https://specialawards.iifa.com
