Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan will return to the stage as host of the 70th edition of the Filmfare Awards, set to take place in Gujarat next month. The actor will be joined by filmmaker Karan Johar and actor-anchor Maniesh Paul as co-hosts, ensuring an evening packed with glamour, humour, and entertainment.

According to a UNI report, the announcement was made through Filmfare’s official Instagram handle on Monday. The post read, “The Superstar, The Icon, The Enigma… Hold your hearts, because the one and only ShahRukhKhan is making his way to co-host the most awaited 70thHyundaiFilmfareAwards2025withGujaratTourism, happening on October 11 at Eka Arena, Ahmedabad.” The grand ceremony will unfold at the EKA Arena, located by Kankaria Lake in Ahmedabad.

The event marks a milestone moment for Gujarat, which has been making a strong push to establish itself as a film and entertainment hub. Back in August, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed in Gandhinagar between the Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited (TCGL) and Worldwide Media Private Limited in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. The agreement, formalised by TCGL Managing Director Prabhav Joshi and Rohit Gopakumar of Worldwide Media, paved the way for hosting the prestigious awards ceremony in the state.

As per a release from the Gujarat Chief Minister’s Office, the move is in line with the state’s Cinematic Tourism Policy 2022, aimed at promoting Gujarat as a preferred destination for film production and major entertainment events. During the MoU signing, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel also unveiled the iconic Filmfare Trophy, popularly known as the “Black Lady.”

The Chief Minister noted that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gujarat has witnessed remarkable growth across economic, social, and cultural sectors. He stressed that hosting the Filmfare Awards will not only boost the local economy and generate employment but also strengthen the ‘Vocal for Local’ movement. Patel added that such events encourage the use of indigenous products and services, aligning with the vision of Swadeshi and Atmanirbharta.

The 70th Filmfare Awards, set for October 11, is expected to draw some of the biggest names in Indian cinema, making Ahmedabad the centre of Bollywood’s glittering universe for one unforgettable night.