IIFA Awards 2027: Star-Studded Performers Lineup Announced As Tickets Go on Sale Worldwide
The 27th edition of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Weekend & Awards is set to take place at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on January 22–23, 2027, with ticket sales now open worldwide through the venue's official platform.
Global ticket sales have officially opened for the 27th edition of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Weekend & Awards, scheduled to take place at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on January 22 and 23, 2027. The upcoming two-day event marks IIFA's fourth showcase in the emirate, organised in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Miral. IIFA Awards 2027 To Be Held in Abu Dhabi: Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Among Star-Studded Line-Up.
 IIFA Awards 2027 Performers and Hosts
The main IIFA Awards stage will feature live performances by major Bollywood figures, including Salman Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Janhvi Kapoor. Filmmaker Karan Johar and actor Varun Dhawan will co-host the main awards ceremony.
For the IIFA Digital Awards, actor Pankaj Tripathi will make his hosting debut alongside Ali Fazal, celebrating achievements across digital storytelling and direct-to-digital releases.
IIFA 2027 Performers Announced
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IIFA Awards 2027 Tickets and Booking Information
Passes for the event are now available to the public worldwide via official ticketing portals.  Dates: January 22–23, 2027  Venue: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi  Ticketing Portals: Official Etihad Arena and Platinumlist platforms. Salman Khan’s Thought-Provoking Cryptic Note on Happiness and Desire Goes Viral.
IIFA Awards 2027 Global Streaming and Broadcast Partnerships
In a major digital expansion for its 27th edition, IIFA has partnered with YouTube to stream the awards ceremony live globally to international audiences. Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited returns as the official television broadcast partner for the third consecutive year, while real estate developer Sobha Realty continues its role as the presenting sponsor across both the main weekend and digital awards categories.
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