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‘Ponna Kaluva Utsavam’ celebrated – The Hindu

‘Ponna Kaluva Utsavam’ celebrated – The Hindu

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Priests giving a shower to the deities of Sri Govindaraja and His consorts during the ‘Ponna Kaluva Utsavam’ in Tirupati on Friday. | Photo Credit: K.V. POORNACHANDRA KUMAR The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) performed the ‘Ponna Kaluva Utsavam’ in Tirupati on Friday, which marked a summer retreat for Lord Govindaraja and His consorts Sridevi and Bhudevi from the scorching sun. The annual festival is observed on ‘Chitra Pournami, which fell on Friday this year. During the ritual, the deities were taken in a grand procession up to the Ponna Kaluva, located 5 km from the temple, braving the hot sun, as is the ancient practice. The deities were placed in the Mandapam filled with water and a celestial bath was given by the priests to the idols with a variety of aromatic products. Vettiver mats were hung on all the three sides of the Mandapam to provide respite from the heat. A number of devotees from Tiruchanur locality took part in the event. Published – May 02, 2026 05:30 am IST Disclaimer: We do not …

Paruveta Utsavam: an ancient ritual steeped in social harmony

Paruveta Utsavam: an ancient ritual steeped in social harmony

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‘Paruveta Utsavam’, the annual socio-religious procession from the forest fringes of Ahobilam to 33 villages nearby over about 40 days, has been happening uninterruptedly for over six centuries. The procession stands as a symbol of equality and religious harmony. The idol of Lord Narasimha is taken to every street and household and the lion-headed God is believed to bless the devotees irrespective of their caste and religion. The Government of India is all set to showcase the same to United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) to get it recognised as an ‘intangible cultural heritage’. A legacy of communal harmony The Chenchu tribespeople of Ahobilam, located in the heart of Nallamala forest, has a centuries-old association with the ancient Narasimha Swamy temple belonging to Sri Ahobila Mutt, which is its hereditary trustee. According to Hindu folklore, the lion-headed God married Chenchu Lakshmi from the tribal community after slaying the demon-king Hiranyakashipu and rescuing his devotee Prahlada. The ancient temple not only has several places connected to the mythological episodes behind ‘Narasimha Avatar’, but the …

Utsavam is Now Streaming on SUN NXT: Everything You Need to Know

Utsavam is Now Streaming on SUN NXT: Everything You Need to Know

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Dilip Prakash and Regina Cassandra’s Telugu drama Utsavam is now available for streaming. After its theatrical release on September 13, 2024, the film received praise for its compelling narrative, strong performances, and music. It portrays the challenges faced by theatre artists in an era where traditional art forms struggle for relevance. Following its successful box office run, the makers have announced its digital release. The movie is now streaming on SUN NXT from today, March 7. When and Where to Watch Utsavam Utsavam is now available for streaming on the OTT platform SUN NXT. The film’s digital release allows a wider audience to experience the story of perseverance, cultural heritage, and artistic passion. Those who missed its theatrical run can now watch it from the comfort of their homes. Official Trailer and Plot of Utsavam The film follows Krishna, a devoted theatre artist, as he fights to revive the fading tradition of Surabhi Natakalu. Supported by his father, Abhimanyu Narayan, and his love interest, Rama, Krishna navigates the hardships that come with preserving an art …

Utsavam OTT release: Here’s when and where to watch Regina Cassandra’s Telugu family drama online

Utsavam OTT release: Here’s when and where to watch Regina Cassandra’s Telugu family drama online

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Utsavam is a Telugu family drama that hit the big screens on September 13, 2024. Directed by Arjun Sai, the movie was well received in theaters. If you haven’t watched the film yet, don’t worry, as we’ll tell you where to stream it online so you can enjoy it from the comfort of your home. When and where to watch Utsavam Utsavam will start streaming on SUN NXT from March 7 onwards. Making the announcement, the post on the streaming platform’s X account read, “Witness Krishna’s fight to keep the art of theater alive.” Take a look at the post below: Official trailer and plot of Utsavam The story of Utsavam revolves around Krishna (Dilip Prakash), a passionate individual determined to revive Surabhi Natakalu, a traditional Telugu theater art form. With his father, Abhimanyu Narayan (Prakash Raj), as his guiding force and Rama (Regina Cassandra) as his support, he embarks on a challenging journey.  Despite facing numerous obstacles, Krishna remains steadfast in his mission. The film weaves together elements of love, drama, and cultural heritage. …

Inside IIFA Utsavam ceremony: Samantha Ruth Prabhu looks glum, Chiranjeevi gets big cheers, Aishwarya cuddles daughter | Bollywood

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The stars have all descended on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi for IIFA 2024. Friday’s IIFA Utsavam ceremony recorded the presence of some of India’s biggest actors, directors, composers and more. These included Aishwarya Rai, Chiranjeevi, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Javed Akhtar, AR Rahman and others. (Also read: IIFA Utsavam 2024 full list of winners: Aishwarya Rai wins Best Actress award, Mani Ratnam bags Best Director) IIFA 2024: Stars from Bollywood and Tollywood shone bright at Friday night’s ceremony. What’s Samantha thinking? IIFA shared a bunch of videos from the ceremony on their Instagram page. One video showed Samantha Ruth Prabhu sitting with Ananya Panday, Rashi Khanna, Vicky Kaushal and Siddhant Chaturvedi. Dressed in a stunning green-blue shimmery outfit, Samantha looked a little glum, looking sideways while others around her had their eyes glued to the stage. A sweet Aish-Aaradhya moment A video also showed Best Actress winner Aishwarya Rai cuddling with her daughter Aaradhya. The mother-daughter shared a cute moment as the camera locked in on them. Fans called it a sweet capture. “Such a …

IIFA Utsavam 2024 full list of winners: Aishwarya Rai wins Best Actress award, Mani Ratnam bags Best Director

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The IIFA Utsavam 2024 took place in Abu Dhabi, bringing together the biggest stars from South Indian film industries and Bollywood cinema. The highlight of the night was the announcement of the winners. (Also Read | Shabana Azmi reacts to Hema Committee report at IIFA 2024: ‘Women in India were suppressed across centuries’) IIFA Utsavam 2024 full list of winners: Aishwarya Rai, Mani Ratnam, Vikram and AR Rahman won awards. Who all attended event The evening was filled with glamour, with stars like Mani Ratnam, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Chiranjeevi, Nandamuri Balakrishna, AR Rahman, Rana Daggubati, and Venkatesh Daggubati attending. Bollywood celebrities, including Aishwarya Rai, Shahid Kapoor, Ananya Panday, Kriti Sanon, Karan Johar, Javed Akhtar, and Shabana Azmi, also graced the event. Check the full list of winners here: Best Picture (Tamil): Jailer Best Actor (Telugu): Nani (Dasara) Best Actor (Tamil): Vikram (Ponniyin Selvan: II) Best Actress (Tamil): Aishwarya Rai (Ponniyin Selvan: II) Best Director (Tamil): Mani Ratnam (Ponniyin Selvan: II) Best Music Direction (Tamil): , AR Rahman(Ponniyin Selvan: II) Outstanding Achievement in Indian Cinema: Chiranjeevi …