A star-studded pre-event for IIFA 2024 was held in Mumbai on Tuesday evening, with Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, Rana Daggubati, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Abhishek Banerjee in attendance. Videos and photos of the actors having fun and engaging in lighthearted conversations surfaced on social media, exciting fans. The gathering was part of the press conference for the upcoming awards ceremony.
Rana Daggubati’s Heartwarming Gesture Towards Shah Rukh Khan
A particularly touching moment from the event was shared online by a paparazzo on Instagram. In the video, Shah Rukh Khan playfully teased about how the “new generation” shows respect by touching the feet of elders. Later, Rana Daggubati greeted Shah Rukh with a warm hug and then touched the feet of both Shah Rukh and Karan Johar, saying, “We are fully South Indian, so this is how we do it.” Shah Rukh smiled and embraced Rana, while Karan Johar also smiled at the gesture.
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Fans Applaud Rana’s Cultural Gesture
The audience enthusiastically cheered when Rana touched their feet, and fans quickly expressed their admiration on social media. One fan commented, “South Indians are very big in culture.” Another wrote, “Lovely gesture…Can’t wait to see them at IIFA.” One Instagram user remarked, “So humble and charming, SRK.” Another added, “This is so wholesome. Everyone loves him.”
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IIFA 2024 Hosts and Performers Announced
Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, Rana Daggubati, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Abhishek Banerjee will showcase their hosting skills at IIFA 2024 in Abu Dhabi. Abhishek and Siddhant will host the IIFA Rocks segment, while Shah Rukh and Karan will take charge of the main awards night. Rana Daggubati will host IIFA Utsavam. The awards show will also feature performances from veteran actress Rekha, as well as Shahid Kapoor, Janhvi Kapoor, and Kriti Sanon. The IIFA Awards 2024 is scheduled to take place from September 27 to 29 at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
Shah Rukh Khan’s New Look at the Event
At the event, Shah Rukh Khan revealed a new look, with a short, sleek hairstyle, which was a departure from his longer hair seen in recent public appearances. He sported a black T-shirt, flare pants, white sneakers, and a black cap. Shah Rukh’s previous appearance at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding festivities showcased him with a ponytail and a bold beard, making his latest transformation a refreshing change for fans.