On the night of October 31, 2024, Bengali Hindu devotees gathered at the Shri Shri Kali Mata Temple at Shivaji Park to celebrate Kali Puja. This year marks the 89th celebration of Kali Puja by the Bengal Club, which has organized this event since 1935. The temple was filled with devotion as people participated in traditional rituals to honor the Goddess Kali. This celebration also coincided with Diwali, the festival of lights, enhancing the festive atmosphere. Diyas were lit, and prayers were offered, symbolizing hope and joy. The vibrant spirit of both Kali Puja and Diwali united the community, creating a beautiful blend of traditions. Devotees shared in the warmth and light of the festivities, making it a memorable night filled with devotion, joy, and togetherness. Watch the video for more.
01 November,2024 11:40 AM IST
Jaya Bachchan and Rani Mukerji met at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Pandal, which is managed by Kajol, Rani, and their families. The cousins welcome the Durga idol annually and host their family and friends at the pandal. Many celebrities visit the pandal each year. Today, on the occasion of Dussehra, several celebs visited the pandal to seek blessings. Bipasha Basu, Sumona Chakravarti, Ishita Dutta, Vatsal Seth, Tanisha Mukerji, Sharvari Wagh, Rhea Chakraborty, Rupali Ganguly, and Vaibhavi Merchant were among the stars snapped at the North Bombay Durga Puja Pandal. Watch the full video to know more.
12 October,2024 07:07 PM IST
Pankaj Tripathi and Reyhna Malhotra visited the Indian Bangla Club's Durga Pandal last night. After seeking Maa Durga's blessings, Pankaj Tripathi wished everyone a happy Navratri during our brief interaction at midday.com. Reyhna Malhotra reminisced about her childhood when she used to go as a "kanjak" and would receive lots of gifts. Watch the video to know more!
12 October,2024 06:30 PM IST
Rituparna Sengupta is a well-known Indian actress, primarily active in Bengali cinema. Born and brought up in Kolkata, Durga Puja holds a very special place in Rituparna's heart. With childhood memories flooding in and the grand festival of Durga Puja coming to an end, Rituparna got nostalgic during a conversation with us at mid-day.com. The actress recently visited the Indian Bangla Club's Durga Pandal, where she recalled the good old days and happy memories. She also talked about the tragic Kolkata rape and murder case and shared how it has affected the city. Watch the video to know more
12 October,2024 05:11 PM IST
Alia Bhatt made a stunning appearance at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti, hosted by Kajol and Rani Mukerji. Accompanied by her sister Shaheen, Alia dazzled in a gorgeous red saree, opting for minimal accessories, while Shaheen looked elegant in an Anarkali suit. The sisters posed together for the paparazzi. Alia was seen touching the ground with her head in a gesture of respect, seeking blessings at the celebration. She also shared the spotlight with Kajol and Tanishaa Mukerji. Additionally, Ajay Devgn attended the event with Kajol and their son, Yug Devgn, as they prepare for the upcoming release of Singham Again. The festive atmosphere was truly alive with the presence of these beloved stars.
11 October,2024 06:00 PM IST
In an inspiring move, 90-year-old Namita Chatterjee shocked all by walking the ramp at Bombay Durgabari Samiti Pandal. The pandal happens to be one of the oldest in the city of Mumbai and is famous for its magnificent Durga idol, bhog and cultural programmes. One of the cultural programs organised this year was a fashion show that saw many fashion enthusiasts taking part in the show but one stood out. 90-year-old Namita Chatterjee was seen walking the ramp exuding grace and inspiring others on the way. Take a look.
11 October,2024 04:29 PM IST
With Durga Puja 2024 celebrations in full swing across India, Bollywood stars are fully embracing the festive spirit. Recently, Ranbir Kapoor visited the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Mumbai, where he joined actress Rani Mukerji to participate in the festivities. The duo shared an adorable moment at the event, reminiscent of their days on the set of 'Saawariya.'
10 October,2024 08:43 PM IST
Organised by the Bengali community in Mumbai, Durga Puja pandals offer an extraordinary devotional experience for worshipping Maa Durga. A special bhog is offered to the goddess and distributed as prasad to all the devotees each year. More than 30,000 people take bhog in this pandal each year and cooking at such a large scale is not easy! The scale of cooking is huge and the responsibility is even bigger - but year by year - tirelessly in all devotion - the bhog is cooked and served with love and consumed by thousands in the spirit of Joi Maa Durga! In this episode of Culture Beat, Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor explores what goes into making the bhog at Powai Sarvajanin Durgotsav 2024. Take a look.
10 October,2024 08:00 PM IST
Rani Mukerji, Kajol, and other Bollywood celebrities celebrated Durga Puja 2024 at the North Bombay Durga Puja Pandal. As Bengalis with a strong heritage, they've been organizing the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja for years. For day 1 of the festivities, Rani wore a blue, printed silk sari, while Kajol stunned in a yellow sari, both embracing a "less is more" approach. They were seen participating in rituals, offering prayers, and celebrating the festival with their families. Watch the video to see their precious moments!
10 October,2024 11:02 AM IST
The festival of Durga Puja 2024 is being celebrated across India. Each year on the occasion of Durga Puja, numerous Durga Puja pandals are organised in the city of Mumbai however a few Durga Puja pandals stand out for their special festivities. The Lokhandwala Durgotsav organised in the Lokhandwala Durga Puja pandal by Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya is known to attract devoted from far and wide. The first look of the Durga Maa idol was unveiled on 8th October. Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya was seen playing traditional Bengali Dhak at the event to welcome Ma Durga. Take a look.
09 October,2024 05:30 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
