IIFA 2022 Highlights: Salman Khan gives a shoutout to Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai-Abhishek’s impromptu dance and more

The International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) was bigger and better. The awards ceremony was organised at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The who’s who of Bollywood was part of the event. Several celebrities including Shahid Kapoor, Nora Fatehi, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Sara Ali Khan among others made ravishing appearances on the green carpet. Some celebs also delivered amazing performances.

Vicky Kaushal bagged the trophy for Best Actor award for his role in Sardar Udham. Kriti Sanon took home the trophy for Best Actress for her performance in the hit film, Mimi. This year’s IIFA was a memorable one for multiple reasons. We have compiled a list of the best moments at IIFA Awards that shouldn’t be missed.

Salman Khan gives shoutout to Shah Rukh Khan: Salman Khan was the perfect host for the event. In one of the clips doing rounds on the internet, Salman can be heard talking about Shah Rukh Khan. The Dabangg actor says, “Mere peeche ek hi aadmi hai, aur uska naam hai Shah Rukh Khan. Aur ye kabse mere peeche hai. Kyuki kya hai na ki Mannat ki joh building hai woh Galaxy ke peeche hai. Agar uss tarah se dekhoge town side toh woh bohot aage hai.” He also added, “Humara ‘Pathaan’, humara ‘Jawan’, tayaar hai.”

Recently at the #IIFA awards , hosts Ritesh Deshmukh & Maniesh Paul asked Salman Khan – “Who is behind you ?”
Salman said, “Mere peeche sirf ek aadmi hai, woh hai Shah Rukh Khan.

He also added “Humara ‘Pathaan’, humara ‘Jawan’ tayar hai”@iamsrk @BeingSalmanKhan #ShahRukhKhan pic.twitter.com/kCFHFbvVCY

— Shah Rukh Khan Fan Club – Pune पुणे (@SRKFC_PUNE) June 4, 2022

Salman Khan dances to Nach Punjaban: Salman Khan joined Riteish Deshmukh and Maniesh Paul to dance on the song ‘Nach Punjaban’ from JugJugg Jeeyo.

 

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Aishwarya Rai-Abhishek Bachchan’s impromptu dance: In one of the videos from the awards ceremony, Abhishek can be seen dancing with wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya Bachchan on the song ‘Tattad Tattad’ from Ranveer Singh starrer Goliyon Ki Raasleela: RamLeela.

 

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Vicky Kaushal dedicates his award to late Irrfan Khan: Vicky won Best Actor award for his performance in Sardar Udham. He dedicated his award to late Irrfan Khan. The actor said, “This is my first best actor award, and I want to dedicate it to an actor whom I’ve admired and respected all my life, we lost him too soon – the original choice to play Sardar Udham, late dear Irrfan sahab.”

 

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Shahid Kapoor’s tribute to music legend Bappi Lahiri: Shahid Kapoor gave special tribute to music legend Bappi Lahiri. He danced on some of Bappi Da’s hit songs including Tamma Tamma and Disco Dancer.

 

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Yo Yo Honey Singh touches AR Rahman’s feet: Yo Yo Honey Singh touched the feet of AR Rahman as he performed during the IIFA Awards ceremony.

 

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Also Read: IIFA 2022 Winners List: Vicky Kaushal bags Best Actor award for Sardar Udham, Kriti Sanon wins big

Mamta Naik

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