Historic Ayodhya Ram Temple Consecration Draws Glittering Celebrities and Dignitaries

Ayodhya, January 22, 2024

In a spectacle of grandeur, Ayodhya is abuzz with excitement as the city prepares for the Pran Prathistha ceremony at the newly-constructed Ram Temple. A multitude of celebrities from various fields, including entertainment, cricket, politics, and literature, have descended upon the historic town to witness the momentous occasion.

Bollywood luminaries such as Kangana Ranaut, Anupam Kher, Shefali Shah, Pawan Kalyan, and Randeep Hooda were seen arriving in Ayodhya a day ahead of the ceremony. The guest list, comprising around 8,000 individuals, boasts 506 A-listers carefully chosen for this auspicious event. Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, accompanied by son Abhishek Bachchan, was spotted in a white kurta-pajama as he left Mumbai for Ayodhya.

Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, among the esteemed invitees, waved at photographers before departing from Mumbai. The star-studded list also included power couples Vicky Kaushal-Katrina Kaif and Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt, along with Ayushmann Khurrana and filmmaker Rohit Shetty.

Ace shuttler Saina Nehwal, expressing her gratitude for the opportunity, considered the day to be significant. Anupam Kher described the atmosphere as surpassing the joy of Diwali, emphasizing the presence of sentiments related to goodness and sacrifice. Vivek Oberoi and Sonu Nigam, two prominent figures from the entertainment industry, were also present at the event. Oberoi described the temple as magical and spectacular, noting that its grandeur is even more impressive in person than in images.

Telugu actors Ram Charan and Chiranjeevi, dressed in traditional attire, were seen boarding a private plane in Hyderabad for Ayodhya. Waving at fans and surrounded by security personnel, the actors expressed their enthusiasm for participating in this historic occasion along with their families. The Pran Prathistha ceremony is a significant milestone in the construction and consecration of the Ram Temple, drawing attention not only from the spiritual community but also from luminaries across diverse fields who have come together to witness and celebrate this momentous event.

by Yashasvi Raghav