After a protracted absence from Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, popularly known as “King Khan,” made an incredible return at the IIFA Awards, which were held in Abu Dhabi. With his action-thriller “Jawan,” he took home the Best Actor award, capping a five-year absence from the public eye.
The 58-year-old actor said in his acceptance speech that he loved winning accolades and that it was wonderful to be back.
While acknowledging the skills of his fellow candidates, Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor, Shah Rukh praised them and mentioned that his comeback offered him an advantage over the others. In a lighthearted moment, he thanked his wife Gauri Khan for believing in him and helping him produce “Jawan.”
After giving the IIFA some thought, he said, “It’s a celebration of Indian cinema that resonates globally,” highlighting his long-standing connection to the event.
Rani Mukerji won the Best Actress award for her performance in “Mrs. Chatterjee vs. Norway,” greeted warmly by an enthusiastic audience as she took the stage.
Ranbir Kapoor’s film “Animal” won six awards, including Best Film, while Anil Kapoor received Best Supporting Actor and Bobby Deol won for Best Negative Role.
The event featured numerous renowned actors who entertained the audience with comedy and impressive dance performances.
Complete List of Winners at IIFA 2024:
Best Film: Animal
Best Actor: Shah Rukh Khan, Jawan
Best Actress: Rani Mukerji, Mrs. Chatterjee vs. Norway
Best Director: Vidhu Vinod Chopra, 12th Fail
Best Supporting Actor: Anil Kapoor, Animal
Best Supporting Actress: Shabana Azmi, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani
Best Actor in a Negative Role: Bobby Deol, Animal
Best Story: Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani
Best Story (Adapted): 12th Fail
Best Music: AnimalBest Lyrics: Sidharth Garima, “Satrranga,” Animal
Best Male Playback Singer: Bhupender Babul, “Arjun Wali,” Animal
Best Female Playback Singer: Shilpa Rao, “Chaliya”
Outstanding Contribution to Indian Cinema: Jayanthi Lal Gada, Hema Malini
25 Years of Success in Cinema: Karan JoharThe IIFA 2024
festivities will continue from September 27 to 29, marking Abu Dhabi’s third consecutive hosting of the event, which began in 2000 and has only been held in India once.
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