Entertainment News | Nikitin Dheer, Chandan Roy, Akshara Singh Offer Prayers at Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple, Share Message for Youth
Get latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. Located in Madhya Pradesh, the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple is one of the country's most prominent Shiva shrines.
Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 22 (ANI): Ahead of the sacred month of Shravan, several prominent personalities from the entertainment industry visited the revered Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain to offer prayers and witness the sacred Bhasma Aarti, one of the temple's most cherished and unique rituals.
Actors Akshara Singh, Nikitin Dheer, Kranti Prakash Jha, and Chandan Roy participated in the early morning Bhasma Aarti and sought the blessings of Mahakal.
The celebrities were seen immersed in devotion as they joined thousands of devotees who gather at the temple ahead of Shravan, a month considered especially auspicious for the worship of Lord Shiva.
Speaking to ANI, the stars expressed their reverence for the spiritual atmosphere of the Mahakaleshwar Temple.
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"It has been a great feeling, and it is a little difficult for me to express it in words. All the devotees of Shiva will not be able to express this feeling. I feel very fortunate that I got this opportunity," said Nikitin Dheer.
The actor also spoke about the youth of the country, expressing immense pride.
"Youth is the future of every country. It is a very important aspect of any country. I am very proud, and I have a lot of faith in our youth. I think they are following the right path and will continue to do so," he added.
Dheer's 'Raktanchal' co-star Kranti Prakash Jha was also present at the temple and emphasised that the youth of the country must find a spiritual connection to Mahakal.
"It is the blessing of Mahakal that we have been able to have such a good darshan, and there is nothing left to say after this. Everything belongs to Mahakal, and he resides in all of us. I believe the youth should connect to Mahakal to understand his glory," Jha told ANI.
Actor Chandan Roy, while speaking to ANI, shared, "When you stay up all night and have a darshan in the morning at Brahma Muhurta, watch the Bhasma aarti, the whole body is filled with positive energy. In recent years, people have turned towards spirituality. There is a beautiful message of positivity in society. I would like to say to the youth that when you lose hope, remember Mahadev. He will show you the right path. He is the greatest scriptwriter."
Actress Akshara Singh, who arrived at the revered temple with her mother, expressed delight.
"I came with my mother today, and it is a very different experience whenever I come. I take this energy with much joy and power. I feel very good. I would like to say to the youth that they are all aware and they are leaning towards devotion. I would like them to stay connected to their roots. Because at the end of the day, this is what matters the most," Akshara said.
Located in Madhya Pradesh, the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple is one of the country's most prominent Shiva shrines and attracts lakhs of devotees every year, including celebrities and public figures.
The Bhasma Aarti (offering with sacred ashes) is considered one of the most significant rituals at the Mahakal temple. It is conducted during the auspicious Brahma Muhurta, between 3:30 am and 5:30 am, when devotees gather in large numbers to witness the divine ceremony. (ANI)
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