Awards
Voting begins for the IIFA 2005
MUMBAI: The voting for the much-awaited 6th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards has commenced at the J.W. Marriott hotel in Mumbai. IIFA Awards brand ambassador Amitabh Bachchan arrived on the first day of the Voting Week to cast his vote for the nominations.
Held under the strict supervision of PriceWaterhouseCoopers, the voting will be open from 30 March to 3 April.
Speaking on the awards, Bachchan said, “The IIFA Awards have marked the beginning of a new era for recognizing and applauding the achievements of Indian Cinema. Regarded as one of the most credible award process in India and abroad, I am proud to be associated with IIFA for the past six years and my commitment remains undiluted.”
Absolute credibility has remained a constant in the evolution of the IIFA Awards process; Created in conjunction with the internationally reputed audit firm PriceWaterhouse Coopers (auditors for Hollywood’s Academy Awards), who independently monitor all voting and compilation activities, informs an official release.
On the occasion PriceWaterhouseCoopers senior partner Pravin Ghatalia said, “We ensure extreme confidentiality, credibility and secrecy right from the time application forms start coming in, to the day when envelopes are opened on stage at the awards ceremony.”
The advisory board of the IIFA comprises veterans like Jaya Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan, David Dhawan, Ramesh Sippy, J.P.Dutta, Shyam Shroff, Pehlaj Nihalani, Vinod Khanna and Karan Johar.
Launched five years ago at the Millennium Dome, London, the IIFA Awards have been subsequently held at the Sun City in South Africa, Genting Islands in Malaysia and The Dome@ Northgate in Johannesburg and the Singapore Indoor Stadium in Singapore in 2004, the release adds.
Awards
Fan Fare as Zee Cine Awards Hands Power to Viewers
Voting opens as 24th edition gears up for grand Mumbai spectacle.
MUMBAI: Lights, camera… you decide. The red carpet is being rolled out, but this time, the spotlight swings firmly towards the people in the seats.
The Zee Cine Awards, long regarded as one of Bollywood’s most celebrated honours, return for their 24th edition with a promise to be bigger, louder and far more fan driven. Maruti Suzuki presents the 24th Zee Cine Awards 2026, set to unfold on 28 February and 1 March at the NSCI Dome in Worli, Mumbai.
Over the years, the awards have evolved from a glittering ceremony into a full blown cultural moment, blending star power with scale and audience connection. This year, that connection takes centre stage under the theme ‘Yeh Pal Hai Fans Ka’, positioning audiences not just as spectators, but as decision makers.
Viewers’ Choice voting went live on 11 February 2026, handing fans the power to crown their favourites across multiple categories. From Best Film to Song of the Year, every vote now shapes the outcome.
In the Viewer’s Choice Best Film category, the nominees include Dhurandhar, Chhaava, Saiyaara, Sitaare Zameen Par, Jolly LLB 3 and Jaat.
For Viewer’s Choice Best Actor Male, the race features Ranveer Singh for Dhurandhar, Vicky Kaushal for Chhaava, Akshay Kumar for Kesari Chapter 2, Sunny Deol for Jaat, Akshay Kumar again for Jolly LLB 3 and Dhanush for Tere Ishk Mein.
In the Viewer’s Choice Best Actor Female category, Kriti Sanon for Tere Ishk Mein, Yami Gautam for Haq, Kangana Ranaut for Emergency, Tripti Dimri for Dhadak 2, Aneet Padda for Saiyaara and Sonam Bajwa for Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat are in contention.
Hell Energy Drink Viewer’s Choice Song of the Year includes the Saiyaara Title Song from Saiyaara, Laal Pari from Housefull 5, the Dhurandhar Title Track, Uyi Amma from Azaad, Deewaniyat from Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat and Aavan Jaavan from War 2.
Voting is open across platforms including the ZEE5 app, the official website or on WhatsApp by sending ‘Hi’ to 7700978488, and through comments on official social media posts across Instagram, Facebook and X.
With Maruti Suzuki as presenter and partners including Hell Energy Drink, Rajdhani Dal, L’Oréal Paris Glycolic Gloss, Cadbury Dairy Milk and Balaji Wafers, the event promises high wattage performances and headline grabbing moments. Tickets are available on District by Zomato, while the televised spectacle will air later on Zee TV, Zee Cinema and ZEE5.
As Bollywood’s biggest night approaches, the message is clear. This is no longer just an awards show. It is a reminder that behind every blockbuster, viral song and star turn stands a crowd that cheered first. And this year, that crowd gets the final word.
