Bollywood 'Oscars' winners announced

The winners of this year's IIFA awards, Bollywood’s version of the Oscars, have been announced.

The annual three-day ceremony, held in Macau, China, comes to an end today.

Actor Abhishek Bachchan was nominated in an unprecedented five categories, but only won best actor in a comic role for the comedy Dostana.

He thanked wife Aishwarya Rai and his parents. Referring to the film’s plot about two men pretending to be gay to secure an upmarket apartment, he said: "I dedicate this award to two people - Amar Singhji, who is in the hospital, and my wife Ash. I promise I will only love you, Ash. I am a heterosexual, but today I am feeling very gay."

Rai-Bachchan secured the female star of the decade award.

Other winners included Hrithrik Roshan as best actor for his role in Jodhaa Akbar, which also scooped the best movie prize. The film's helmer Ashutosh Gowarikar also won the best director gong, and A.R. Rahman was best music director for his score for the film.

Priyanka Chopra was awarded the best actress accolade for Fashion, with co-star Kangana Ranaut winning best supporting actress. Arjun Rampal was crowned best supporting actor for Rock On.