Image courtesy: faroutakhtar and deepveeryanka.
Madrid:
It saw actors Farhan Akhtar and Shahid Kapoor poking fun at the Central Board of Film Certification and a dabangg performance by actor Salman Khan. The IIFA Awards night in Madrid was packed with fun, drama and entertainment that left the audience wanting for more.
The 17th edition of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards night on Saturday started much later than the scheduled time, causing agitation among the audience. But when co-hosts Farhan and Shahid arrived on donkeys, they brought a smile to everyone's face.
Once again, Shahid and Farhan took over the stage as Papu and Raju. The duo indeed made the audience crack up, but there were times when the guests rooted for popular comedian Kapil Sharma and demanded to call him on stage. Shahid and Farhan also touched upon topics like 'Ghar Wapsi', 'Award Wapsi' and controversies surrounding the Central Board of Film Certification.
Actor Hrithik Roshan was the first performer of the night. He mesmerised the audience with his moves to songs like Ek Pal Ka Jeena and Baawre.
Another high point of the night was the performance of actress Priyanka Chopra, who shook a leg to songs from her films including Dil Dhadkane Do. She also enthralled the audience with her signing.
Priyanka won Women of The Year and Best Supporting Actor (Female) for her performance in Bajirao Mastani. "This one comes as a surprise. I won't lie, it's definitely difficult to find your own way in Hollywood as it's just about one per cent of what Indian actors deserve in the world in today's time," said Priyanka.
Actress Sonakshi Sinha did the same for veteran actress Sridevi, who was felicitated for her contribution to Indian cinema. However, the English Vinglish star was not present at the venue. But for Sonakshi, first a selfie with Ranveer:
Meanwhile, actor Mr Khan has not yet apologised for his remark in which he compared himself to a 'raped woman' while describing his experience of filming Sultan. The 50-year-old actor has been summoned by the National Commission of Women.
Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali won Best Director for Bajirao Mastani. "I won't thank anyone because thank you is not enough for this film," Mr Bhansali said in his acceptance speech.
Vicky Kaushal won Best Debut Actor (Male) for Masaan and while Bhumi Pednekar won her Best Debut Actor (Female) for her endearing performance in Dum Laga Ke Haisha.
The Jodi of the Year Award went to Sooraj Pancholi and Athiya Shetty for Hero. The duo thanked Salman for giving them the chance to make a mark in Bollywood.
Darshan Kumar won Best Performance in a Negative Role award for NH 10 while Deepak Dobriyal was honoured for Best Comic Role in Tanu Weds Manu Returns.
Amitabh Bachhan's Piku won the Best Story and Best Dialogue awards for Juhi Chaturvedi.
In the categories for music, Moh Moh Ke Dhaage won prizes for Monali Thakur and Papon in the Best Playback Singer (Female) and Best Playback Singer (Male) categories. Moh Moh Ke Dhaage also won the Best Lyrics prize for Varun Grover.
The IIFA Awards celebrates the magic of Indian cinema at an international destination every year. It began on June 23 in the Spanish capital this year. Madrid is the fourth European destination to host the IIFA extravaganza.
The 17th edition of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards night on Saturday started much later than the scheduled time, causing agitation among the audience. But when co-hosts Farhan and Shahid arrived on donkeys, they brought a smile to everyone's face.
Jai Singh Rathore @AnilKapoor takes the stage to introduce #24IndiaS2! Starts 23rd July! @NexaExperience #IIFA2016 pic.twitter.com/Cl5GzPiv5L
— IIFA Awards (@IIFA) June 25, 2016
Once again, Shahid and Farhan took over the stage as Papu and Raju. The duo indeed made the audience crack up, but there were times when the guests rooted for popular comedian Kapil Sharma and demanded to call him on stage. Shahid and Farhan also touched upon topics like 'Ghar Wapsi', 'Award Wapsi' and controversies surrounding the Central Board of Film Certification.
Actor Hrithik Roshan was the first performer of the night. He mesmerised the audience with his moves to songs like Ek Pal Ka Jeena and Baawre.
Another high point of the night was the performance of actress Priyanka Chopra, who shook a leg to songs from her films including Dil Dhadkane Do. She also enthralled the audience with her signing.
What a rocking performance by @priyankachopra! #IIFA2016 #IIFAmadrid pic.twitter.com/BAGmBubWPJ
— IIFA Awards (@IIFA) June 25, 2016
Priyanka won Women of The Year and Best Supporting Actor (Female) for her performance in Bajirao Mastani. "This one comes as a surprise. I won't lie, it's definitely difficult to find your own way in Hollywood as it's just about one per cent of what Indian actors deserve in the world in today's time," said Priyanka.
.@iTIGERSHROFF's tribute to Michael Jackson drives the audience crazy! #IIFA2016 pic.twitter.com/hYHCtcU289
— IIFA Awards (@IIFA) June 25, 2016
Actress Sonakshi Sinha did the same for veteran actress Sridevi, who was felicitated for her contribution to Indian cinema. However, the English Vinglish star was not present at the venue. But for Sonakshi, first a selfie with Ranveer:
Meanwhile, actor Mr Khan has not yet apologised for his remark in which he compared himself to a 'raped woman' while describing his experience of filming Sultan. The 50-year-old actor has been summoned by the National Commission of Women.
Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali won Best Director for Bajirao Mastani. "I won't thank anyone because thank you is not enough for this film," Mr Bhansali said in his acceptance speech.
Vicky Kaushal won Best Debut Actor (Male) for Masaan and while Bhumi Pednekar won her Best Debut Actor (Female) for her endearing performance in Dum Laga Ke Haisha.
The Jodi of the Year Award went to Sooraj Pancholi and Athiya Shetty for Hero. The duo thanked Salman for giving them the chance to make a mark in Bollywood.
Darshan Kumar won Best Performance in a Negative Role award for NH 10 while Deepak Dobriyal was honoured for Best Comic Role in Tanu Weds Manu Returns.
Amitabh Bachhan's Piku won the Best Story and Best Dialogue awards for Juhi Chaturvedi.
In the categories for music, Moh Moh Ke Dhaage won prizes for Monali Thakur and Papon in the Best Playback Singer (Female) and Best Playback Singer (Male) categories. Moh Moh Ke Dhaage also won the Best Lyrics prize for Varun Grover.
The IIFA Awards celebrates the magic of Indian cinema at an international destination every year. It began on June 23 in the Spanish capital this year. Madrid is the fourth European destination to host the IIFA extravaganza.
