The 23rd IIFA Awards Ceremony will be held in Abu Dhabi

After a successful awards weekend in Abu Dhabi this year, the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) will once again host the awards ceremony in Abu Dhabi in 2023.

Bringing together the best minds in the Indian film industry, the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Weekend and Awards Ceremony will once again win our love at Yas Island in Abu Dhabi in February 2023! IIFA 2023 will be held in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – DCT Abu Dhabi and Miral.

The 22nd edition of IIFA returns this year on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, hosted by superstars Salman Khan, Riteish Deshmukh and Maniesh Paul, with exciting performances from the best minds in Indian cinema, wow audiences unforgettable The star-studded days, and the venue packed with fans from all over the world. More than 350 media from 17 countries around the world participated in the three-day awards weekend, with more than 20,000 people pouring onto the stage.

IIFA 2023 will be a grand celebration of the best minds in the Indian film industry, bringing together global dignitaries, international media, film fans and global film lovers. Provides greater long-term impact opportunities for tourism, commerce and trade and film production operations in the destination.

Noreen Khan, Vice President of IIFA, said: “Thanks to our wonderful partners Miral & DCT, this year’s IIFA has been a fantastic experience. Coming back two years later, we are really working hard to deliver the best live entertainment again. The best Part of it was a positive experience for everyone who witnessed or lived through this event in any way throughout the weekend. We were inundated with praise and comments like never before, everyone had a great time in Abu Dhabi this year, so we Very happy and excited to bring it all back again, but there will be more magic next year.”

Saleh Mohamed Al-Geziry, Director, DCT Tourism, Abu Dhabi, said: “We are honoured to once again welcome the Etihad Arena to the IIFA Weekend and Awards Ceremony. With the world’s film industry eyes on us, we have a fantastic opportunity Share Abu Dhabi’s exciting nightlife, inspiring cultural experiences and rejuvenating getaways with the world. February’s awards will only enhance our reputation as the world’s premier centre for leisure, entertainment and business events.”