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In true Mumbai-style, Bollywood’s top

stars celebrate Ganesha Chaturthi

A star-studded event at Nita Ambani’s home saw several prominent personalities,

including Bollywood actors Salman Khan, Deepika Padukone-Ranveer Singh, and

Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis among others

OUR BUREAU
Mumbai

ollywood is busy celebrating
Ganesha Chaturthi with usu-
Bal energy and enthusiasm like
ever year. In the city of Mumbai, it is
probably the biggest festival. And the
celebrities are busy attending the fes-
tivities all over the city.
Veteran actor Rakesh Roshan
attended the Ganeshotsav celebra-
tions of GSB Seva Mandal. He spoke
about the Ganpati celebration at his
home. The actor said, “We also keep
Ganpati at home and we all do puja,
do aarti and immerse it at home.” He
also took to X and shared his experi-
ence of being part of the celebration.
Roshan wrote, “I had the privi-
lege to visit the GSB Ganeshotsav Cel-
ebrations at Kings Circle, to seek his
blessings and soak in the splendour. Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani along with his wife Nita Ambani and family members offer prayers on the occasion of Ganesh
The Ganesha idol is absolutely majes-
tic and exudes so much of positive en- Chaturthi 2023 in Mumbai on Tuesday (ANI)
ergy, that one should attend this Ga-
neshotsav and get blessed by Bappa.” iel opted for a kurta. Earlier, Nita Ambani hosted a and a sense of community.
Actor Hansika Motwani on Actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra and magnificent Ganesh Chaturthi cel- Salman Khan, one of Bolly-
Thursday offered prayers and sought her husband Raj Kundra on Wednes- ebration at her residence ‘Antilia’ wood’s leading actors, was spotted at
the blessings of Lord Ganpati at the day bid farewell to Lord Ganesha. in Mumbai. The star-studded event the event, radiating the joy and en-
Andheri cha Raja. As the celebra- Shilpa along with her sister Shamita saw several prominent personalities, thusiasm of the festivities. The power
tions for the 10-day long festival of Shetty, husband Raj Kundra and oth- including Bollywood actors Salman couple, Deepika Padukone and Ran-
Ganesh Chaturthi are underway, er family members were spotted by Khan, Deepika Padukone-Ranveer veer Singh, known for their vibrant
Hansika visited the famous life-size the paps outside their residence for Singh, and Maharashtra’s Deputy personalities, added a touch of glam-
Ganpati idol to seek bappa’s bless- Ganpati Visarjan. Shilpa was seen Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis our and charm to the occasion.
ings. Hansika said, “I am very excit- dancing their heart out on the dhol among others. Deputy Chief Minister Fadnavis
ed, I came here in my childhood and beats. The festivities at Antila on Tues- graced the event with his presence,
now I am here after years. I think I The ‘Dhadkan’ actor was seen day were a true reflection of the spirit underscoring the significance of this
should come here every year and donning a pink and yellow traditional of Ganesh Chaturthi, which is widely cultural celebration in the state. The
make it a ritual.” saree. She also wore a special yellow celebrated across Maharashtra and presence of political leaders and re-
She wore a red and white kurta blouse which had ‘Sukhee’ written on other parts of India. The centrepiece nowned personalities from the film
set, kept her hair tied in a sleek bun it. Several pictures and videos of the of the celebration was the exquisite industry highlights the cultural diver-
and wrapped a gajra over it. actor dancing along with her family Ganesha idol, adorned with tradi- sity and unity that Ganesh Chaturthi
Actor Sunny Leone and her hus- members went viral on social media. tional decorations and flowers, re- embodies.
band Daniel Weber visited Lalbaug- But the biggest celebration was flecting the rich cultural heritage of The grandeur of Nita Ambani’s
cha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav held as the chairperson of Reliance the state. Ganesh Chaturthi celebration at An-
Mandal in Mumbai to seek bless- Foundation, Nita Ambani on Thurs- Nita Ambani extended her warm tilia showcased the essence of this
ing from Lord Ganpati. The couple day took part in the Ganesh Visar- wishes to everyone on the auspicious cherished festival, bringing together
looked stunning wearing traditional jan procession in Mumbai. Several occasion. She emphasised the im- people from various walks of life to
attires. Sunny wore a lovely suit with videos and pictures of Nita Ambani portance of celebrating festivals that rejoice in the spirit of unity, tradition,
a dupatta over her head, while Dan- surfaced on social media. bring people together, fostering unity and devotion.

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