Karan Johar will host the IIFA Awards 2027 in Abu Dhabi. The filmmaker confirmed the news on October 6. It will be his sixth time hosting the show. He joked that six times as host sounds like a lot. The International Indian Film Academy awards are among Bollywood’s biggest nights. The 2027 edition will take place in Abu Dhabi. IIFA has been held in several cities around the world. Abu Dhabi has hosted the event before. Karan Johar is a regular face at the awards. He has hosted the show with other stars in past editions. The filmmaker is known for his quick wit on stage. His hosting has become a highlight of the ceremony. The awards honour the best of Indian cinema. Films from the previous year compete in top categories. The IIFA weekend includes music events and fashion shows. It draws stars from across the film industry. The 2026 edition was held earlier this year. Details of the 2027 nominations will come later. The event is expected to be a star-studded affair. Fans can expect performances by top Bollywood stars.