In a heartwarming display of devotion and celebration, Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, along with his family, took part in the grand 'Ganpati Visarjan' ceremony on Sunday night. The Ambani family, known for their deep-rooted traditions, celebrated with great enthusiasm as they bid farewell to Lord Ganesha.
The vibrant event saw the entire Ambani family, from Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani to the newlyweds Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, joining hands with close friends from the film industry to honor the beloved deity. The joyous occasion was beautifully captured by Mumbai’s ever-present paparazzi, showcasing the family’s unity and devotion.
Anant and Radhika, dressed in traditional outfits, stole the show as they danced with boundless energy to the lively beats of the dhol. The visuals were a testament to the infectious spirit of the festival, with every member of the Ambani family fully immersed in the celebration. Nita Ambani, the chairperson of Reliance Foundation, looked ethereal in a pink saree, while her daughter-in-law, Radhika, radiated elegance in a blue kurta. Together, they embodied grace and tradition as they traveled atop a truck adorned with flowers, making their way from their luxurious Mumbai residence, Antilia, to the immersion spot at Chowpatty Beach.
Adding a touch of Bollywood glamour to the festivities, actors Meezaan Jafri and Shanaya Kapoor were also spotted alongside the Ambani family, participating in the Ganpati Visarjan with equal enthusiasm.
The celebrations began earnestly on Saturday when the Ambanis hosted a grand Ganesh Chaturthi event at their residence. Nita Ambani epitomises sophistication in a beautifully embroidered sari, while Mukesh Ambani exuded traditional charm in a kurta-pyjama. Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, the newlyweds, were seen seeking the blessings of Ganpati Bappa, marking their first Ganesh Chaturthi as a married couple.
The star-studded event was graced by a host of prominent figures from Bollywood and politics. Among the illustrious attendees were Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Rekha, Saif Ali Khan, Arjun Kapoor, Boney Kapoor, Sara Ali Khan, Kiara Advani, Sidharth Malhotra, Ananya Panday, Bhumi Pednekar, and Sonam Kapoor. Their presence added to the glamour and significance of the celebration.
Ganesh Chaturthi, a ten-day festival that commenced on September 6, continues to be celebrated with fervor across India and abroad. Also known as Vinayak Chaturthi or Vinayak Chavithi, this festival venerates Lord Ganesha, the god of new beginnings and the remover of obstacles. Devotees welcome the elephant-headed god into their homes, offer prayers, and visit vibrant pandals, celebrating his wisdom and intelligence.