The celebration of Indian Cinema in Spain is about to begin this week with the 17th edition of IIFA. Almost all the celebrities are expected to make a grand entry at the venue, walking the famous green carpet. Biggies like Salman Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone are ready to set the stage on fire this year.
To be held in Madrid, capital of Spain, the four-day cinematic celebration will start on June 23. Bollywood stars Farhan Akhtar and Shahid Kapoor will host the gala night. The latest heartthrob of Bollywood, Fawad Khan will be seen hosting a section with his 'Kapoor and Sons' producer Karan Johar.
Besides knowing the winners and getting a detailed view of the looks, it's the performances and noted moments that govern the excitement.
Let's take a look at some of the most iconic performances by 'A-list' celebrities. With Abhishek and Aishwarya performing together before their romance kicked off to Kareena and Shahid's before the breakup lovely performance, these videos will take you back in time:
Aishwarya, Abhishek and Amitabh Bachchan shook a leg on 'Kajra Re'
A time when rumours about Abhishek Bachchan and Rani Mukherjee's romance were rife and Aishwarya was just a good friend. Take note, how Rani cheers the trio while sitting beside her to-be father-in law, late Yash Chopra.
Shahid, Priyanka and Prabhudeva set the stage on fire
Before Miss Chopra took the world by storm with her talent, she was being linked up with 'Shasha' Shahid Kapoor. Just look at their chemistry!
Salman and Govinda 'Partner' up to entertain the audience
Time much before 'Dabangg' became the middle name of Salman Khan, he was trying to match his comic timing with the king of comedy, Govinda. You just can't miss Katrina Kaif cheering her heart out for her then boyfriend Salman and co-star Govinda!
Ranveer Singh and Anushka Sharma match the energy and charm of Shah Rukh Khan
A performance to remember! Shah Rukh was setting the IIFA stage ablaze with his energy, dancing on 'Om Shanti Om' title track with Priyanka Chopra and Dia Mirza, when Anushka and Ranveer joined him. The 'Band Baaja Baarat' co-stars perfectly matched King Khan's step and gave the night a befitting end.
Deepika Owns the stage as effortlessly as she owned Bollywood that year
An iconic performance in itself, it is the year when Deepika reached the best phase of her career, while battling depression. This performance is as elegant and energetic as the lady herself. Also, Ranveer Singh's expressions while watching his lady-love perform are not to be missed!
Sushmita Sen's breath-taking performance!
Sushmita has never shied away from breaking the set expectations. From her life decisions to her career and this performance, everything proves that the former beauty queen is ahead of her times in many ways. Glittering in diamonds from head to toe, Miss Sen performs on 'Diamonds are Girls Best Friend' and wins the hearts of men and women alike!
Kareena and Shahid Kapoor's 'much in-love' performance
Remember the time when Shahid and Kareena were the 'It' young couple? Well, they were quite vocal about their relationship. The then couple performed on IFFA stage, proclaiming their love for each other by recreating iconic Bollywood love songs. While we are happy about their current status, watching this video makes us miss this couple.
Hrithik Roshan's IIFA performances
When we are talking about performances how can we not talk about Bollywood's most loved and celebrated performer and actor Hrithik Roshan. Roshan, who is known for enthralling the audience with his moves, has given many notable performances on IIFA stage. Here's a compilation of all the breath-taking performances by Bollywood's very own 'greek-god'.