NEW DELHI: Bollywood star Salman Khan is to host the 8th Renault Star Guild Awards 2013, marking his debut in hosting an awards ceremony.

The awards are a joint initiative by the Film & Television Producers Guild and Wizcraft International Entertainment, sponsored by Renault, powered by Venus Soaps and associate sponsors ? Videocon and Nivea Deodorants.

To be aired exclusively on Star Plus, the awards on 16 February will see a distinctive sense of humour and Salman?s signature style.

The ceremony will also showcase performances and announce the winners of the 8th Renault Star Guild Awards.