Abu Dhabi: Director Karan Johar and actress Parineeti Chopra, two of Bollywood's biggest names, will host IIFA Rocks, the opening ceremony of the 22nd annual International Indian Film Academy and Awards (IIFA). It will take place on May 20 and 21 on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi.

Devi Sri Prasad, the composer, singer, and performer behind the music for Pushpa: The Rise, will make his IIFA debut at the event. There will also be performances by music legend Tanishk Bagchi, as well as Neha Kakkar and Dhvani Bhanushali. This year, Guru Randhawa will be part of a dazzling lineup of performances.

Karan Johar - "I am thrilled to be hosting this year’s IIFA Rocks. IIFA is beyond just an event, it’s a brand and a platform where talent is bestowed on from music, arts and culture along with fashion shows that make it an extravagant weekend.

Parineeti Chopra - "I am super excited to be co-hosting IIFA Rocks this year. It is an honour to be a part of the hosting team. IIFA has always been associated with bringing global fans closer to Bollywood and closer to all of us. So being a part of IIFA has always been special but this time it's even more special because it's happening at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and I am super excited to be there and meet everyone. "

With excitement increasing all over the world, people can now buy tickets to the biggest celebration of Indian Cinema on https://www.etihadarena.ae/en/box-office or you can head to http://www.yasisland.ae where fans can add all that they need for their visit to Yas Island.