Rashmika Mandanna to Make Her IIFA Awards 2027 Debut with Live Performance in Abu Dhabi

The pan-Indian star joins the celebrations at the 27th IIFA Weekend & Awards, scheduled for January 22–23, 2027, at Etihad Arena, Yas Island.

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Rashmika Mandanna is preparing to add another milestone to her career as she gears up for her first-ever performance at the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards. The actress will take the stage at the 27th edition of the prestigious celebration, scheduled to take place at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on January 22 and 23, 2027.

Having established herself across Kannada, Telugu and Hindi cinema, Rashmika's upcoming IIFA performance brings her screen popularity to an international live audience. The announcement adds another prominent name to an event that continues to celebrate Indian cinema beyond geographical and linguistic boundaries.

Rashmika Mandanna Expresses Excitement Ahead of IIFA Awards 2027

Sharing her enthusiasm about the upcoming performance, Rashmika said, "Performing on the IIFA Awards stage for the first time feels incredibly special, and I’m honestly so excited!" Describing IIFA as a celebration that brings Indian cinema and its admirers together across the world, the actress spoke about her personal connection with dance and the opportunity to entertain audiences on such a prominent platform. "I can’t wait to step onto the IIFA stage, share the energy and create beautiful memories together in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. I’m so grateful to be a part of this celebration and can’t wait to experience the magic of IIFA LIVE!" she added.

For Rashmika, whose filmography includes popular titles such as Pushpa: The Rise, Pushpa 2: The Rule and Animal, the appearance represents another opportunity to connect with audiences beyond the cinema screen.

IIFA 2027 Returns to Yas Island with a Star-Studded Celebration

The 27th IIFA Weekend & Awards will mark the event's fourth showcase in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing its continuing association with the emirate as an international destination for Indian entertainment. The two-day celebration will include the IIFA Digital Awards on January 22, followed by the main IIFA Awards ceremony on January 23. Rashmika joins a performance line-up that includes Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Janhvi Kapoor and Nora Fatehi, while Karan Johar and Varun Dhawan are among the announced hosts. The event is being organised in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism,Abu Dhabi and Miral.

Beyond its red-carpet appearances and live entertainment, IIFA has built its identity around introducing Indian cinema to international audiences. Rashmika's participation reflects the growing presence of performers whose careers span multiple Indian film industries rather than a single language market.

With preparations underway for the January celebration, her debut performance is set to be one of the anticipated additions to IIFA's expanding entertainment line-up.

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Falguni Pathak Lights Up Navratri 2026 Day 8 as Ayushmann Khurrana, Sharvari and Maharashtra Governor Join Mumbai Celebrations

Mumbai, October 18, 2026: Mumbai's festive spirit found its rhythm once again as Garba icon Falguni Pathak took centre stage on the eighth night of Navratri Utsav 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Bandra-Kurla Complex. Produced and promoted by Alphonso Studios and TribeVibe, the Amba Maa celebrations brought together devotion, traditional dance and Bollywood glamour, with Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari among the prominent attendees.

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The evening reflected the enduring cultural appeal of Garba, as Falguni Pathak's familiar melodies drew revellers onto the dance floor. Known for her distinctive voice and longstanding association with Navratri festivities, the singer once again demonstrated why she remains one of the most recognisable performers in India's Garba tradition.

Falguni Pathak's Navratri 2026 Celebration Welcomes Bollywood and Distinguished Guests

Adding a special dimension to the festivities, Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma attended the celebrations and performed aarti before the Goddess, reinforcing the devotional significance of the occasion. Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar was also named among the guests in the event information shared with the publication.

Bollywood actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari brought a cinematic touch to the evening. The pair, who headline Sooraj R. Barjatya's upcoming film Yeh Prem Mol Liya, joined the celebrations following the release of the film's festive Garba track, Jai Ambe Bol.

Their appearance connected the film's musical identity with a living cultural tradition. The actors offered prayers before joining Falguni Pathak and the festive gathering, turning the occasion into both a celebration of Navratri and an opportunity to introduce their film's music to Garba enthusiasts.

Where Devotion, Music and Community Come Together

For Alphonso Studios and TribeVibe, the nine-night celebration represented more than a live musical event. It provided a contemporary setting for a tradition that continues to bring families, communities and generations together.

Reflecting on the occasion, the organisers shared, "Garba is an emotion that connects us to our traditions and the blessings of Maa Amba." The sentiment captured an important aspect of Navratri: beyond its colourful costumes, music and elaborate performances, Garba remains rooted in collective devotion and cultural belonging.

With its indoor venue, live entertainment and traditional festivities, Navratri Utsav 2026 offered a meeting point between Mumbai's contemporary event culture and the city's enduring enthusiasm for community celebrations.

For Falguni Pathak, the eighth evening was another reminder of her lasting connection with audiences. For Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari, it brought the music of Yeh Prem Mol Liya into a setting where Garba is not merely entertainment but a cherished tradition.

As the nine-night celebrations approached their conclusion, the evening underscored the continuing relevance of Navratri in Mumbai's cultural calendar, where faith, music, cinema and community come together in celebration of Maa Amba.

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Falguni Pathak Lights Up Navratri Utsav 2026 Day 6 as Celebrities Join Mumbai’s Garba Celebrations

Mumbai, October 17, 2026: Mumbai's festive spirit reached another high on Friday evening as celebrated singer Falguni Pathak took centre stage at the Jio World Convention Centre in Bandra Kurla Complex for Day 6 of the Amba Maa celebrations. Produced and promoted by Alphonso Studios and TribeVibe, the evening brought together traditional Garba, devotional music and a gathering of familiar faces from the entertainment industry.

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Widely regarded as the Queen of Garba, Pathak once again demonstrated the enduring connection between her music and Navratri festivities. Her performance encouraged enthusiastic participation, with the venue coming alive through rhythmic dance, traditional melodies and the collective energy of Garba enthusiasts.

Falguni Pathak’s Navratri Utsav 2026 Draws Celebrity Guests

Adding a touch of glamour to the traditional celebration was a gathering of personalities from television, cinema and public life. According to the organisers, the evening was attended by Priyanka Chaturvedi, Rupali Ganguly, Arjun Bijlani, Amyra Dastur, Jibraan Khan, Naila Grrewal, Manasi Parekh, Delnaaz Irani and Alpana Buch, among others.

Their presence reflected the wider appeal of Navratri celebrations, which continue to bring together people across generations, professions and communities.

At the heart of the evening, however, remained the devotional significance of Garba and its association with Maa Amba. Speaking about the festivities, the organisers said, "Garba is an emotion that connects us to our traditions and the blessings of Maa Amba." They also expressed their wishes for happiness, positivity and prosperity, emphasising the importance of celebrating cultural traditions through music and community participation.

Where Tradition Meets Contemporary Entertainment

For decades, Falguni Pathak's distinctive musical identity has remained closely associated with Navratri, particularly among Gujarati communities. Her performances have helped bring traditional Garba music into mainstream popular culture while retaining its festive and devotional character.

The Mumbai event reflects how these traditions are increasingly being presented through contemporary live-entertainment formats. Large indoor venues, professional concert production and organised festival experiences have expanded the scale of celebrations without replacing the cultural practices at their centre.

The West Avenue Realty Navratri Utsav 2026, produced and promoted by TribeVibe and Alphonso Studios, is scheduled to run from October 11 to 19 at the Jio World Convention Centre.

As the nine-night festivities approach their conclusion, Day 6 offered another reminder of why Falguni Pathak remains one of Navratri's most recognisable musical voices. Beyond celebrity appearances and elaborate stage production, it was the shared experience of music, devotion and Garba that defined the celebration.

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