Dussehra 2023: Kangana Ranaut took center stage at the world-famous Lav Kush Ramleela in New Delhi, marking the occasion of Dussehra. The 50-year-old tradition, held annually at the iconic Red Fort, witnessed a remarkable shift this year, as it was helmed by the presence of a woman setting the effigy of the demon king Ravan ablaze.
Updated On: 2023-10-25 10:30 AM IST
Compiled by : Tuhina Upadhyay
Kangana Ranaut made history by being the first woman in 50 years to perform Raavan Dahan at Lav Kush Mela
For the occasion, Kangana opted for a red traditional saree
Arjun Singh, the esteemed President of the Lav Kush Ramleela Committee of Delhi, proudly heralded this groundbreaking moment.
The decision to entrust Kangana Ranaut with this iconic role was made by the committee as a nod to the recently passed Women's Reservation Bill in the Parliament.
Kangana Ranaut's groundbreaking performance will undoubtedly be etched in the Lav Kush Ramleela's history as a turning point
Finally, it came time for Kangana to shoot the arrow at Ravan
The actress tried shooting the arrow but unfortunately things did not go as planned
The actress was a sport about it and chanted 'Jai Shree Ram' while another member from the committee helped her take the shot
The arrow lit up the effigy and the ritual was complete
The committee and Kangana did Ganpati darshan post the lighting of the effigy
