IIFA 2024: Rekha Takes Fans Down Memory Lane With Stunning 20-Minute Performance | Watch

IIFA 2024: To celebrate the Indian film industry the International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) have returned with its 24th edition. The 3-day grand event kicked off on September 27 and will conclude on September 29 in Abu Dhabi with the biggest stars from South Indian and Bollywood cinema.

The glamour and performances have already taken centre stage, featuring names such as Shahid Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Rani Mukerji, Mani Ratnam, and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. However, it was Bollywood Queen Rekha’s spellbound performance that truly stunned the audience.

Rekha’s IIFA 2024 performance went viral

On the second night of IIFA 2024, many stars lit up the stage with their dazzling performances. Among them, veteran actress Rekha captured everyone’s attention with her dance.

In a video posted on Reddit, Madame X is seen dancing to the classic 1965 song Piya Tose Naina Lage Re. Rekha wore a pink Anarkali that resembled the original outfit donned by Waheeda Rehman in the song. The video shows Rekha executing all the dance steps flawlessly and showcasing her boundless energy. The videos of the performance now quickly went viral, with heartwarming reactions from her fans.

One fan commented, “Wow, what energy she is on? I need it!” Another praised her, saying, “So graceful! The ultimate diva.”

IIFA 2024 night lights up with star-studded performances and awards

The gala also featured a special performance night with artists such as Honey Singh, Shilpa Rao, and the trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The audience enjoyed unforgettable performances, including an electrifying dance routine by Shahid Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Kriti Sanon. Shahid's collaboration with Prabhu Deva and Kriti on stage amazed everyone, while Vicky captivated the crowd with his viral song, Tauba Tauba.

The evening culminated in Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor , winning the prestigious Best Film award. Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and producer Bhushan Kumar proudly accepted the accolade on behalf of their team. Vidhu Vinod Chopra received the Best Director award for 12th Fail, a biopic showcasing the inspiring journey of IPS officer Manoj Sharma, portrayed by Vikrant Massey.