Tag: Locarno Film Festival

  • Shah Rukh Khan returns to UAE as IIFA Awards host

    Shah Rukh Khan returns to UAE as IIFA Awards host

    Shah Rukh Khan, the King of Bollywood, is set to return to the UAE as the host of the prestigious International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards, which will take place on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi this year.

    Since the awards’ inception in 2000, Shah Rukh Khan has hosted the ceremony, won several awards, and been a star performer. There is thus a huge slice of the history of these awards that is shaped by his association with it.

    Among the several IIFA awards won by Khan, this actor won Best Actor for films like ‘Devdas’ in 2003, ‘Veer-Zaara’ in 2005, and ‘My Name is Khan’ in 2011. The performances of this genius at IIFA Awards are still fresh in the memory of fans worldwide, be it his dance to ‘Veer-Zaara’ songs in the year 2005 or a medley of hits in the year 2013.

    It’s going to be a huge celebration of Indian films IIFA Awards 2024 with Shah Rukh Khan as the host, bringing together fans and stars worldwide.
    Recently, Shah Rukh Khan was awarded the prestigious Pardo alla Carriera, a Career Leopard at the 77th Locarno Film Festival.

  • Which bollywood star is the first to be awarded a gold coin in Paris?

    Which bollywood star is the first to be awarded a gold coin in Paris?

    Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan has received a unique honor from the Grevin Museum in Paris, becoming the first actor to be celebrated with customized gold coins. Known as King Khan, he has had a distinguished career in film, spanning over three decades with many acclaimed movies.

    In 2018, the Grevin Museum first recognized his influence with a gold coin featuring his likeness. This August, SRK will also receive the Career Achievement Award at the Locarno Film Festival, where his film Devdas will be screened. He will be honored at the festival’s 77th edition from August 7-17, with his award presentation on August 10.

    Khan’s legacy includes wax statues in 14 locations worldwide, highlighting his significant impact on cinema and his enduring global fan base.