Ganesh Chaturthi, one of India’s most vibrant and widely celebrated festivals, marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity of wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. The festival sees people from all walks of life bringing home beautifully adorned Ganpati idols, performing elaborate poojas, and immersing themselves in prayers, music, and sweets.
This year, the celebrations have been extra special, with celebrities, cricketers, and public figures sharing glimpses of their festive rituals. Many have set up grand Ganpati pandals, welcomed the deity into their homes, and performed traditional poojas, offering prayers for health, happiness, and success. From visiting public pandals to posting heartfelt moments with their Ganpati idols, stars and sportspersons alike are keeping the spirit of devotion and joy alive, making the festival a truly pan-Indian celebration.
Ekta Kapoor visited Mumbai’s iconic Lalbaugcha Raja to offer prayers during the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, while Varun Dhawan also sought blessings at the famed pandal, smiling and waving at fans amid tight security. Celebrations began nationwide on August 27, with several celebrities joining in. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, along with his wife Anjali and children Arjun and Sara, also paid a family visit to Lalbaugcha Raja to seek Lord Ganesha’s blessings.
Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor gave fans a glimpse of her Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at home with sons Taimur and Jehangir. Sharing a picture of a handmade Ganesha idol, she showed her son seeking blessings with folded hands. In her post, Kareena recalled how Ganpati celebrations were always special in the RK family and expressed joy that her children now look forward to the festival too. She wrote, “Ganpati Bappa Morya! Bless us all with love and peace forever.”
BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut shared warm wishes on Instagram, praying that Lord Ganesha brings happiness, peace, and prosperity to all. Akshay Kumar also posted a picture of Lord Ganesha, extending heartfelt Ganesh Chaturthi greetings to his fans and their families with a cheerful “Ganpati Bappa Morya.”
Shilpa Shetty, who skipped Ganesh Chaturthi this year due to family mourning, shared memories from past celebrations, writing, “Home feels incomplete without you this year, but the heart is full of your blessings.” Govinda and wife Sunita Ahuja shut down divorce rumours with their annual puja at home. Bipasha Basu posted a glimpse of daughter Devi making an eco-friendly Ganpati idol, while Kunal Kemmu shared photos of his celebrations with Soha Ali Khan and daughter Inaaya, writing, “Ganpati Bappa Morya!”
Actress Ananya Panday welcomed Ganpati into her home, joining the festive fervour. Munjiya star Sharvari shared heartwarming glimpses of the celebrations in her hometown, Morgaon (Maharashtra), alongside her mother and sister. Sonu Sood too marked the occasion by bringing Ganpati home, while Tusshar Kapoor continued his annual tradition of celebrating the festival with his son Laksshya and sister Ekta.
Superstar Salman Khan, who hosted Ganpati with his entire family, bid farewell to Lord Ganesha in grand style. He shared a vibrant video on Instagram of the visarjan, filled with devotion, music, and joy. The beats of Marathi dhols and cymbals set the festive rhythm as every member of the Khan family joined in the celebrations with boundless enthusiasm.
Jacqueline Fernandez welcomed Lord Ganesha into her home for the very first time, sharing on Instagram: “Welcoming Bappa home for the very first time. May this new beginning be filled with blessings, love, and light. Ganpati Bappa Morya!” Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh also marked the occasion on social media, posing alongside Ganpati Bappa with his wife and daughter, captioning the moment simply with “Ganpati Bappa Morya.”
Twinkle Khanna brought her signature wit to the celebrations, posting a picture of herself in a saree with the caption: “Our hearts are ready for Ganpati Bappa, our stomachs for modaks. The perks of getting ready early: first dibs. What do you love the most about this festival?” Actress Nimrat Kaur visited the GSB Seva Mandal in Mumbai and shared a selfie and photos on Instagram, writing, “Aala Re Aala!!! Ganpati Bappa Morya.”
Meanwhile, several other Bollywood celebrities, including Priyanka Chopra and Karan Johar, extended their wishes, seeking blessings for their loved ones and future endeavors.
Ambani's grand Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations
As in previous years, the Ambani family celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi in true grandeur. The festivities began in Mumbai with the arrival of Lord Ganesha at their residence, Antilia, where the idol is lovingly referred to by devotees as “Antilia Cha Raja.”
Adding a playful touch to the occasion, Orry (Orhan Awatramani) shared a lighthearted video from inside the celebrations. Joined by his close friends Janhvi Kapoor and Ananya Panday, the trio pulled funny and sarcastic faces for the camera, while musician Rishab Rikhiram Sharma joined in the fun. The clip also captured Orry sneaking a bite of sweets from a plate, perfectly blending devotion with delight.
Renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra offered a closer look at Janhvi Kapoor’s custom ensemble for the festivities. Sharing pictures with the actress from Antilia, he described her as the “Param Sundari,” dressed in a dusty rose pink, handwoven tissue lehenga adorned with intricate silver zari embroidery. Styled by Ami Patel, Janhvi’s look perfectly captured the elegance of the occasion, while Manish himself twinned in festive attire from his own label.
Adding to the star-studded evening, singer Harshdeep Kaur and her husband Mankeet Singh were spotted at Antilia, where they bumped into Bollywood’s power couple, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, during the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.
