Bobby Deol, Sidharth Malhotra, Rakul Preet extend greetings on Baisakhi
Mumbai, April 14
On the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi, a slew of Bollywood celebrities such as Bobby Deol and Sidharth Malhotra took to their respective social media handles and extended their warm festive greetings.
Bobby posted a picture which read, "Happy Baisakhi. May Waheguru bless you with prosperity, happiness, and peace."
Taking to Instagram Story, Rakul Preet Singh posted, "Happy Baisakhi. May Waheguru bless you with peace, happiness, and bountiful year ahead."
Here's how Sidharth Malhotra wished everyone a happy Baisakhi.
Baisakhi, also known as Vaisakhi, marks the beginning of the Punjabi and Sikh solar New Year and is mainly celebrated in North India, especially in Punjab. It also signals the start of the harvest season.
The day marks the anniversary of the founding of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh in the year 1699. On this day, Guru Gobind Singh abolished the distinction between higher and lower caste communities.
The festival is widely celebrated with traditional music, dance, and community gatherings, with devotees visiting gurudwaras to offer prayers and express gratitude for a bountiful harvest season.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good to see celebrities acknowledging regional festivals. Baisakhi isn't just a Punjabi festival; it's a celebration of new beginnings that resonates across North India. The langars and community feasts are the best part! 🍛
While it's nice they posted, I sometimes feel these wishes become a bit formulaic on social media. The real celebration is on the ground - in the fields and the gurudwaras. Hope people remember the historical significance of Khalsa Panth's founding beyond just the posts.
Waheguru ji ka Khalsa, Waheguru ji ki Fateh! 🧡 The article rightly highlights how Baisakhi abolished caste distinctions. That's the message we need to amplify today. Bobby Deol's post was particularly touching.
As someone from Maharashtra, I love learning about festivals from other states. Baisakhi sounds beautiful with its focus on harvest and community. Bollywood bridging cultural gaps! 👍
The bhangra performances and the vibrant yellow/orange colors everywhere make this festival so joyful! It's more than a religious event; it's a cultural spectacle. Happy Baisakhi to all celebrating! 💛
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