The nine-day Navratri festival and the five-day Durga Puja concluded with Vijayadashami, commonly referred to as Dussehra, celebrated across India with enthusiasm. Actress Kajol attended the festivities at the North Bombay Pandal, participating in the traditional Sindoor Khela ceremony, which takes place before the immersion of the Durga idol.
Kajol, along with her daughter Nysa, engaged in the rituals on Thursday, October 2, wearing a white-and-red saree. During Sindoor Khela, married women offer vermillion to Goddess Durga. Viral photos and videos captured Kajol applying vermillion to friends and family members and sharing a light moment with her sister, Tanisha Mukherjee, who sought her blessing.
Tanish wore a red saree in traditional Bengali style, while Kajol and Nysa shared a touching moment, hugging and applying sindoor to the idol of the Goddess.
The North Bombay Durga Puja Pandal has been a popular venue for Bollywood celebrities for years, with families like Kajol’s and Rani Mukerji’s playing a significant role in organizing the festivities. Other celebrities, including Priyanka Chopra and Alia Bhatt, also attended this year.
- Why it matters: The participation of celebrities in traditional festivals enhances cultural visibility and community engagement during significant events.
- It reflects the ongoing importance of cultural rituals in contemporary society, especially among public figures.
- The latest: Viral videos and photos of the ceremony featuring Kajol and her family have garnered widespread attention on social media.
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