As Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 unfolds from August 27 to September 6, Bollywood and television celebrities across India welcome Lord Ganesha into their homes, blending tradition with star-studded fervor. Stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Arjun Bijlani lead the festivities. From eco-friendly idols to vibrant pujas, celebrities share their devotion with fans. Homes in Mumbai, Hyderabad, and beyond host grand celebrations. The festival kicked off on August 27, 2025. Social media posts and viral videos capture the heartfelt rituals, uniting fans in festive joy.
Bollywood’s Grand Welcome for Bappa
Shah Rukh Khan continued his annual tradition at Mannat, welcoming Ganpati with Gauri Khan and their children, sharing a heartfelt Instagram post, “May Lord Ganesha bless us with health and happiness.” Kareena Kapoor Khan celebrated with a clay idol crafted by son Jeh, captioning her post, “Celebrations are brighter with Bappa’s blessings,”. Ananya Panday’s home glowed with floral decor around a white Ganesha idol, captioned, “Welcome home, my favouritessst Bappppa.” Sonu Sood, marking 25 years of the tradition, posed in a white sherwani with an orange-red idol, earning fans’ praise on X for his “poise and devotion.” Govinda and Sunita Ahuja, amid divorce rumors, made a united appearance, twinning in maroon and distributing sweets.
Television Stars Embrace the Festive Spirit
TV celebrities matched Bollywood’s enthusiasm. Arjun Bijlani, with wife Neha Swami and son, carried a veiled idol home in matching blue kurtas, dispelling divorce rumors with festive joy. Gurmeet Choudhary and Debina Bonnerjee involved daughters Lianna and Divisha in a heartwarming ritual, with Debina breaking a coconut. Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain, joined by their mothers, performed aarti with zeal, continuing their long-standing tradition. Bharti Singh, with Haarsh Limbachiyaa and son Laksh, danced to dhol beats, sharing, “My son loves every festival,”. Rashmi Desai emphasized eco-friendly celebrations, using clay idols for over 18 years.
Eco-Friendly Trends and Social Media Buzz
Many stars embraced sustainability, with Sonali Bendre and Rashmi Desai opting for eco-friendly idols and prasad. Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover’s daughter Devi crafted a clay “Gannu Baba,” delighting fans. Social media amplified the festivities, with X posts like “Bappa’s blessings unite us all” reflecting 75% positive sentiment. However, some, like Shilpa Shetty, skipped celebrations due to a family bereavement.
-By Manoj H