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Juhi Chawla, Salim Merchant Celebrate Mahashivratri at Isha Foundation

Actor Juhi Chawla and music composer Salim Merchant were among the prominent attendees at the Mahashivratri celebrations at the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore. Chawla expressed that the event, which she has attended for years, meaningfully connects people to Indian culture. Merchant described fulfilling a dream to attend, calling the experience absolutely divine and highlighting the night's spiritual importance. The festival commemorates the sacred union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, observed with fasting, prayers, and night-long vigils across India.

Key Points: Juhi Chawla Attends Mahashivratri at Isha Foundation

  • Stars attend spiritual event
  • Chawla follows Sadhguru
  • Merchant calls experience divine
  • Festival marks Shiva-Parvati union
  • Night-long vigils & devotion
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Juhi Chawla attends Mahashivratri celebrations at Isha Foundation

Juhi Chawla and Salim Merchant share their divine experiences at the grand Mahashivratri celebrations held by Sadhguru's Isha Foundation in Coimbatore.

"It is a celebration with a lot of meaning, it brings us closer to our own culture... - Juhi Chawla"

Coimbatore, February 16

Juhi Chawla was among several prominent personalities who attended the Mahashivratri celebrations at the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore on Sunday.

Speaking to ANI, Juhi said, "I have been following Sadhguru ji for some years now. I have been coming to his programs...Every time I have seen it, it has become bigger, better, and grander...It is a celebration with a lot of meaning, it brings us closer to our own culture..."

Music composer Salim Merchant also shared his happiness at having the opportunity to be part of the devotional Mahashivratri celebrations, describing the experience as deeply uplifting and spiritually enriching.

"It was my dream to come to the Isha Foundation for Shivaratri...The experience has been absolutely divine...This is the holiest night in Indian mythology and in the country. It's a night with a lot of relevance, a lot of importance and a lot of devotion...," he said.

Mahashivratri, celebrated across India with great devotion, marks the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Devotees observe fasts, offer prayers, and participate in night-long vigils to seek the deity's blessings.

According to Hindu mythology, on the night of their wedding, Lord Shiva was escorted to Goddess Parvati's house by a diverse group of Hindu gods, goddesses, animals, and demons. The Shiva-Shakti duo is considered the epitome of love, power, and togetherness. The festival marking their sacred union, Mahashivratri, is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across India.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While I appreciate the spiritual sentiment, the article feels a bit like a PR piece for Isha Foundation. There are thousands of local temples where the essence of Mahashivratri is celebrated with equal, if not more, sincerity without the grand production.
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Aditya G
Salim Merchant's comment about it being the "holiest night" resonates deeply. The energy on Mahashivratri is unique. Whether at a massive foundation or a small home altar, the devotion is what counts. Happy to see our culture being celebrated.
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Sarah B
As someone new to learning about Indian festivals, this was an insightful read. The mythology behind Shiva and Parvati's union is beautiful. It's fascinating to see how these ancient stories are celebrated with such vibrancy today.
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Vikram M
The scale at which Isha celebrates is unmatched, no doubt. But the real spirit of Shivratri is in the simple *jaagran* and fasting with family. Hope people don't forget that in the glamour. Nonetheless, a good initiative to bring awareness.
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Kavya N
Observed the fast yesterday with my mother. Reading about these celebrations fills me with joy. It's a festival that truly unites the country in devotion. Har Har Mahadev! 🕉️

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