The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) celebrated the finest in Hindi cinema for the year 2023 on Saturday, September 28, in Abu Dhabi, with a star-studded event that saw notable figures such as Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Shabana Azmi among the big winners.

Shah Rukh Khan received the Best Actor award for his role in Atlee's blockbuster Jawan. The award was presented to him by acclaimed director Mani Ratnam and renowned composer A.R. Rahman. In a touching moment, Shah Rukh bowed to the director and embraced Rahman as he accepted his award.

During his acceptance speech, Khan expressed gratitude towards his fellow nominees—Ranveer Singh, Ranbir Kapoor, Vikrant Massey, Vicky Kaushal, and Sunny Deol—acknowledging their talent. He humorously remarked, “I think all of them were great, but I got an edge because people were happy that I worked after so long.” He also thanked his wife, Gauri Khan, the producer of Jawan, for her support.

Rani Mukerji received a warm reception as she took the stage to accept the Best Actress award for her performance in Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. She expressed her appreciation for the audience, calling them "warm and wonderful."

The award for Best Film went to Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, featuring Ranbir Kapoor in the lead role. Anil Kapoor was recognized as Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the same film.

IIFA 2024: Full List of Winners

• Best Film: Animal by Sandeep Reddy Vanga
• 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 Rani
• Best Actor in a Negative Role: Bobby Deol, Animal
• Best Story: Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
• Best Story (Adapted): 12th Fail
• Best Music: Animal
• Best Lyrics: Siddharth-Garima, "Satranga," Animal
• Best Singer (Male): Bhupinder Babbal, "Arjan Valley," Animal
• Best Singer (Female): Shilpa Rao, "Chaleya"
• Outstanding Contribution to Indian Cinema: Jayantilal Gada, Hema Malini
• Achievement on Completing 25 Years in Cinema: Karan Johar

The second day of the three-day IIFA festivities featured stunning performances by actors including Rekha, Kriti Sanon, and Shahid Kapoor. The event will conclude on September 29 with IIFA Rocks.