Salman Khan to host 2022 edition of IIFA in Abu Dhabi

The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) on Tuesday announced its 22nd edition of IIFA Weekend and Awards will be held on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on March 18 and 19, 2022.

Superstar Salman Khan will host IIFA 2022 at Yas Island's state-of-the-art indoor entertainment venue Etihad Arena.

It will be held in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), and Miral, Abu Dhabi's leading curator of magnetic experiences, a press release from IIFA stated.

"Commemorating the 75th year of India's independence and the UAE's year-long Golden Jubilee celebrations, marking its 50th anniversary, the highly anticipated 22nd edition of IIFA will showcase a grand celebration of Indian cinema's finest talent, bringing together global dignitaries, international media, fans and film enthusiasts from across the world," it added.

Khan said the latest edition of IIFA will be a grand celebration at one of his favourite destinations.

Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Undersecretary of DCT Abu Dhabi, said hosting the IIFA Awards underlines the "key strategic position" the Indian market occupies for the emirate.

Continuing their partnership for the seventh consecutive edition of IIFA, NEXA will be collaborating with Miral and DCT Abu Dhabi for the star-studded event.