Looking for an evening full of Bollywood glamour? Hoping to bump into a star? There are six Bollywood parties happening in Abu Dhabi this month, in celebration of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) awards.
W Abu Dhabi Yas Island has been announced as the official celebrity host hotel for the IIFA awards and will be rolling out the green carpet for the event. IIFA is one of the biggest South Asian film academies and is a global platform for Indian cinema. The IIFA awards will be held at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, where megastars such as Salman Khan Riteish Deshmukh and Maniesh Paul to take centre stage as Masters of Ceremony for the two-day event.
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Even if you’re not one of the celebs attending IIFA, you can still celebrate with art, celebrity chefs, VIP shopping and of course, massive Bollywood parties. Looking to party in style? Check out these epic Bollywood parties happening in Abu Dhabi.
Bollywood parties in Abu Dhabi
Celebrity DJs for “Cinematic” at WET Deck
WET Deck is one of Abu Dhabi’s trendiest places to be. In anticipation of IIFA weekend, this lush poolside spot is bringing the best DJs, tasty bites and a party vibe. The party kicks off on Thursday May 19 and features DJ Sumit Sethi and DJ Aqueel. Entrance is Dhs350 and includes two house drinks. VIP tables require a minimum spend of Dhs4,000.
Dhs350 (two house drinks), Dhs4,000 (minimum spend, VIP tables). May 19, 9pm-3am. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).
Bollywood party at W Lounge
Sleek interiors and views of the glittering marina and racetrack. We must be talking about W Lounge. For the IIFA weekend it’s about to get even more shiny with a star-studded Bollywood party. The IIFA kick-off Bollywood night with DJ Clement is happening on Thursday May 19 from 9pm to 1am.
Dhs200 (two house drinks), Dhs2,000 (minimum spend, VIP tables). Thu May 19, 9pm-1am. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).
Glitz & Glam Party at W Lounge
Looking for one of the loudest Bollywood parties in Abu Dhabi? The Glitz & Glam party will feature celebrity DJs Sumit Sethi and Aqueel. The party is happening on Friday May 20 from 9pm to 3am and is Dhs350 per person with two house drinks included. Minimum spend at VIP tables starts from Dhs4,000.
Dhs350 (two house drinks) Dhs4,000 (minimum spend, VIP tables). Fri May 20, 9pm-3am. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).
Starry Night at WET Deck
Get ready for a night under the stars at WET Deck. DJ Darko and DJ Clement will be spinning the tracks from 8am to 1am on Friday May 20. Minimum spend at VIP tables starts at Dhs200 and admission is Dhs200 with two house drinks included.
Dhs200 (two house drinks) Dhs200 (minimum spend, VIP tables). Fri May 20, 8pm-1am.W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).
IIFA afterbash at WET Deck
Looking to party after the IIFA awards are over whether you attended the ceremony or not? Look no further than this event on Saturday May 21. The party goes from 9pm to 3am and costs Dhs200 per person with two house drinks included. Minimum spend for VIP tables starts at Dhs2,000.
Dhs200 (two house drinks), Dhs2,000 (minimum spend, VIP tables). Sat May 21, 9pm-3am. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).
Bollywood pop-ups in Abu Dhabi
Join a Michelin Star chef pop-up at Garage
The first Indian chef to be awarded a Michelin star for Indian cuisine Vineet Bhatia is popping up at Garage. Head to Garage from Monday May 16 to Sunday May 22 between 12.30pm and 10.30pm to sample his work in an à la carte menu. The chef will be on site Friday May 20 and Saturday May 21.
Prices vary. Mon May 16-Sun May 22 12.30pm-10.30pm. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island, garageabudhabi.com.
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