IIFA 2024 Awards: Best Actor, Actress and Director: The IIFA 2024 Awards was a star-studded event celebrating the best of Indian cinema. Held in Abu Dhabi on September 28, the night brought together the finest talents from Bollywood to honor their remarkable achievements. Here’s a breakdown of the winners and highlights of this memorable event.
The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards are one of the most anticipated events in Bollywood. Known for its glitz, glamour, and celebration of Indian cinema, the IIFA Awards have been a key platform for showcasing the best in the film industry, not just to Indian audiences but globally. In 2024, the awards are set to return bigger and better than ever. Let’s dive into what we can expect from the IIFA 2024 Awards and why this event holds such a special place in the hearts of film lovers around the world.
IIFA 2024 Awards: Top Honors
The biggest honor of the night, Best Film, was awarded to Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor. The film was a major winner, with its director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and producer Bhushan Kumar accepting the award. It was a sweeping success for the film, as it went on to win several other awards, including in acting and technical categories.
Shah Rukh Khan took home the award for Best Actor (Male) for his intense performance in Jawan, a film that broke box-office records and wowed audiences with its action-packed narrative. Meanwhile, Rani Mukerji was honored as Best Actress (Female) for her emotional portrayal of a mother’s battle against the system in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway. Both actors were applauded for their brilliant performances that resonated deeply with audiences.
Vidhu Vinod Chopra won Best Director for 12th Fail, a film based on the true story of IPS officer Manoj Sharma, played by Vikrant Massey. The biopic inspired audiences with its tale of perseverance and triumph over adversity.
IIFA 2024 Awards: Complete Winners List
Best Picture
- Animal
(Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga)
Best Director
- Vidhu Vinod Chopra – 12th Fail
Best Actor (Male)
- Shah Rukh Khan – Jawan
Best Actress (Female)
- Rani Mukerji – Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway
Best Supporting Actor (Male)
- Anil Kapoor – Animal
Best Supporting Actress (Female)
- Shabana Azmi – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
Best Performance in a Negative Role
- Bobby Deol – Animal
Best Music Direction
- Animal
(Pritam, Vishal Mishra, Manan Bhardwaj, Shreyas Puranik, Jaani, Bhupinder Babbal, Ashim Kemson, Harshavardhan Rameshwar)
Best Playback Singer (Male)
- Bhupinder Babbal – Arjan Vailly (Animal)
Best Playback Singer (Female)
- Shilpa Rao – Chaleya (Jawan)
Special Awards at IIFA 2024
The IIFA Awards are not just about current hits but also about honoring the legends of Indian cinema and new rising stars. This year’s Outstanding Achievement in Indian Cinema award went to the iconic Hema Malini for her immense contributions to the industry over the years.
The Debutant of the Year award was given to Alizeh Agnihotri, marking her as one of Bollywood’s promising new talents.
Best Story
- Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
(Ishita Moitra, Shashank Khaitan, Sumit Roy)
Best Lyrics
- Siddharth Singh & Garima Wahal – Satranga (Animal)
A Three-Day Extravaganza
The IIFA Awards ceremony is part of a grand three-day event that spans from September 27 to September 29. The celebration kicked off with the IIFA Utsavam, which focused on honoring the South Indian film industry, followed by the main awards night on Day 2.
The final day of the event, IIFA Rocks, is dedicated to the music industry and will be hosted by Siddhant Chaturvedi and Abhishek Banerjee. IIFA Rocks is always a spectacle, featuring live music performances and bringing the best of Bollywood music to the forefront.
The IIFA 2024 Awards not only celebrated the best of Bollywood but also highlighted the global appeal of Indian cinema. From Shah Rukh Khan’s powerful win for Jawan to Animal’s sweeping success, the night was a tribute to the talent and creativity that defines Indian filmmaking.
As IIFA continues to grow, bridging cultures and showcasing Indian cinema on a global platform, this year’s event once again proved that Bollywood’s reach and influence know no bounds. The glitz, glamour, and heartfelt tributes made the IIFA 2024 a night to remember.
