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IIFA 2027 to be Hosted in Abu Dhabi, Says Wizcraft Executive
✍️ Filme Shilmy
🗓 09 Oct 2026, 03:18 AM
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Andre Timmins of Wizcraft confirmed that the International Indian Film Academy Awards will take place in Abu Dhabi in 2027, marking a new venue for the ceremony.
Senior Wizcraft official Andre Timmins disclosed that the International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) will be staged in Abu Dhabi in 2027. The decision follows discussions with UAE tourism authorities and reflects the growing partnership between Indian entertainment and the Gulf region.
Timmins highlighted that Abu Dhabi offers state-of-the-art venues and a strategic location that can attract global audiences and industry stakeholders. He noted that the move aligns with IIFA's tradition of rotating the ceremony across major international cities to showcase Indian cinema worldwide.
The announcement comes as IIFA continues to expand its footprint beyond traditional Indian venues, aiming to strengthen cultural ties and boost tourism in host cities. Organisers are expected to finalize details on the exact venue and event schedule in the coming months.
Industry observers anticipate that the Abu Dhabi edition will feature high-profile performances and attendance by leading Bollywood personalities, further cementing IIFA's reputation as a premier global film awards platform.
Wizcraft, the event management firm behind IIFA, is also exploring additional international collaborations, underscoring its ambition to position Indian entertainment on the world stage.
Timmins highlighted that Abu Dhabi offers state-of-the-art venues and a strategic location that can attract global audiences and industry stakeholders. He noted that the move aligns with IIFA's tradition of rotating the ceremony across major international cities to showcase Indian cinema worldwide.
The announcement comes as IIFA continues to expand its footprint beyond traditional Indian venues, aiming to strengthen cultural ties and boost tourism in host cities. Organisers are expected to finalize details on the exact venue and event schedule in the coming months.
Industry observers anticipate that the Abu Dhabi edition will feature high-profile performances and attendance by leading Bollywood personalities, further cementing IIFA's reputation as a premier global film awards platform.
Wizcraft, the event management firm behind IIFA, is also exploring additional international collaborations, underscoring its ambition to position Indian entertainment on the world stage.