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Devotees and Celebrities Mark Mahashivratri at Isha Centre

Published 16 February 2026

Thousands of devotees and celebrities gathered at the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, on Sunday for a grand celebration of Mahashivratri, the Hindu festival marking the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Actors such as Tamannaah Bhatia, Mouni Roy, Juhi Chawla, Sara Arjun, and Srinidhi Shetty joined the festivities, which featured music, dance, meditation, and prayers under the guidance of spiritual leader Sadhguru.

The event, one of the largest Mahashivratri observances in India, drew participants from across the country to the Isha Foundation's headquarters. Devotees observed traditional rituals, including fasting and nightlong vigils, to seek blessings from the deity. The atmosphere pulsed with energy as cultural performances unfolded from dusk to dawn, blending spiritual devotion with vibrant entertainment. Attendees danced and prayed in front of the towering Adiyogi Shiva statue, a 112-foot symbol of the yogi form of Lord Shiva created by Sadhguru.

This year's celebration centered on the theme of "Ganga," highlighting the sacred river's spiritual, cultural, and ecological importance. Sadhguru led guided meditations, while live music and dance filled...

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