Actor Shah Rukh Khan (SRK) made actress Angelina Jolie address the audience in Hindi when the two shared the stage as co-presenters​ at the first IIFA Awards in 2000. "Namaste India waalon," said Angelina as she folded her hands into a 'namaste' gesture. Further, Angelina and SRK declared Aishwarya Rai the 'Best Actress' for 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam'.