Maniesh Paul will return as a host of the IIFA Awards in Abu Dhabi on 23 January 2027, organisers announced in a press release on 29 September.
The ceremony will take place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island as part of the 27th IIFA Weekend & Awards, scheduled for 22–23 January 2027.
Paul, who has hosted IIFA on several previous occasions, said returning to the stage in Abu Dhabi felt special. He described the live audience, fellow performers and shared laughter as central to the experience.
“Hosting IIFA has been such a special part of my journey,” he said in the announcement.
He added that he was looking forward to celebrating Indian cinema with his co-host and creating more memories at the event. The announcement did not name that co-host.
The official Etihad Arena event page lists the IIFA Awards for Saturday, 23 January 2027. Tickets and the latest event information are available through the venue.
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