Mumbai: Bollywood stars gathered at Anil Kapoor and Sunita Kapoor’s Juhu bungalow to celebrate Karwa Chauth, marking one of the most awaited festive get-togethers of the year. The event saw the presence of several celebrities, including Shilpa Shetty, Mira Rajput, Raveena Tandon, Geeta Basra, Natasa Dalal, and members of the Kapoor and Panday families.
Celebrity highlights from the celebrations
Shilpa Shetty, Mira Rajput, and Raveena Tandon were spotted together performing the Karwa Chauth rituals. Shilpa shared glimpses of the celebration on her Instagram, showcasing decorated puja thalis being passed around while the women performed the ceremonial prayers. She captioned the post: “Karwa Chauth ki raat. As usual, so impeccably done by @kapoor.sunita (who I absolutely adore).”
Shilpa also posted photos with her husband Raj Kundra and other guests, writing simply: “Blessed.” Mira Rajput shared pictures with Geeta Basra, Natasa Dalal, and others, captioning them: “It’s giving bahu. Enjoy the day, ladies!”
Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani shared a joint post on Instagram, showing their decorated thaali and celebrating together. The duo shared a fun moment in which Jackky kissed Rakul, captioned: “Happy Karvachauth from us to you. And now let’s eat cake.”
Actor Ayushmann Khurrana and Tahira Kashyap also joined in the festivities, posting pictures of themselves breaking their fast together. They highlighted mutual respect in their post: “Both of them fasted, had a sense of equal respect to each other.”
Other celebrities celebrating included Lin Laishram and Randeep Hooda, who posted a picture with the caption: “Together in every phase from sunrise to moonrise. Happy Karwa Chauth.”
Telugu actors Varun Tej’s wife, Lavanya Tripathi, and Mouni Roy shared heartfelt posts. Lavanya wrote: “His love on my hands, our baby in my arms. This Karwa Chauth will forever stay close to my heart.” Mouni shared a series of photos featuring her husband, Suraj Nambiar, captioned: “VERMILION. Karwachauth.”
Cultural significance of Karwa Chauth
Karwa Chauth is predominantly celebrated by married women across North India and holds deep cultural and spiritual significance. Observed on Krishna Paksha Chaturthi in the month of Kartik, it coincides with Sankashti Chaturthi, dedicated to Lord Ganesha.
On this day, married women observe a nirjala fast, abstaining from both food and water from sunrise to moonrise. The fast concludes only after sighting the moon, followed by the ritual of offering water and prayers for the well-being and longevity of their husbands, and for marital harmony.
Conclusion
The annual Karwa Chauth gathering at Anil Kapoor’s residence continues to be a highlight in the Bollywood social calendar. Beyond the celebrity glamour, the festival reflects rich Indian traditions and the enduring importance of family and marital bonds. Social media platforms were abuzz with glimpses of the festivities, allowing fans across the country to partake virtually in the celebrations.