On her birthday, we’re celebrating Rani Mukerji and her stunning IIFA journey, from graceful green carpet appearances to proudly taking home top honors. Here’s a look at the timeless star who continues to shine brighter with every year.
At the 2003 IIFA Awards in Johannesburg, South Africa, Rani Mukerji impressed with a Best Actress nomination for Saathiya and a show-stopping dance performance, all while looking stunning in traditional attire.
The following year, at the 2004 ceremony in Singapore, she returned as a Best Actress nominee for Chalte Chalte and wowed audiences presenting the Best Female Debut award in a gorgeous red saree.
In 2005, the IIFA Awards in Amsterdam marked a historic night as Rani became the first actress to win both Best Actress for Hum Tum and Best Supporting Actress for Veer-Zaara, cementing her status as one of Bollywood’s most versatile performers.
The 2006 event in Dubai saw her winning Best Actress for Black, part of the film’s major sweep alongside Amitabh Bachchan and Sanjay Leela Bhansali, highlighting her dedication to challenging roles.
Two decades later, at the 2024 IIFA Awards in Abu Dhabi, Rani continued to shine, winning Best Actress for Mrs. Chatterjee vs. Norway while radiating elegance on the green carpet and dedicating her award to mothers worldwide. She proved that her performances continue to resonate globally, reaffirming her enduring impact on audiences everywhere.