Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut was spotted at the airport earlier today, her presence underscored by the palpable excitement surrounding the forthcoming consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. This event, scheduled for January 22nd, is poised to be a landmark in India’s chronicles, bringing together thousands from across the nation, inclusive of prominent politicians, celebrated Bollywood figures, and acclaimed cricketers, to partake in the momentous celebrations.
Initiating on January 16th, the festivities in Ayodhya lead up to a pivotal juncture—the installation of the deity, Ram Lalla’s idol, within the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. Among the luminary lineup of invitees is Kangana Ranaut, who, upon being caught by the lenses at the airport, vocalized the euphoria of the moment. Articulating her thoughts on behalf of all those invited, Ranaut shared, “Words fall short to encapsulate this feeling of sheer joy. I have been a long-time devotee of Sri Ram, immersed in his sagas. We are overwhelmed with happiness. Perhaps, it’s the fruition of our past life’s good deeds that have bestowed upon us this fortunate opportunity—our collective good fortune. Thus, it’s not just about an individual’s elation but the unity of Bharat celebrating this sacred day.”
The groundwork for this ceremonious occasion in Ayodhya has been laid out painstakingly, the shrine sprawling across 70 acres. It is set to welcome the public post the ‘pran pratishtha’ ritual conducted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 22nd.
Ranaut expressed her adulation for the artisan behind the divine idol, Arun Yogiraj, whose craftsmanship has birthed the visage of Ram Lalla. His task, undoubtedly heavy with expectation, has met with admiration from Ranaut, who lauded his efforts in her statement and shared her thoughts on social media. Posting a snapshot of the idol on Instagram, Ranaut noted the resemblance to her own visualization of Lord Ram’s childhood countenance, commending Yogiraj and suggesting a divine influence in his creation, “The beauty and charm of the idol is captivating, and one can imagine the immense pressure on and a spiritual aura about Mr. Yogiraj, who must have been so divinely guided to embody the Lord in stone,” she wrote, conveying her reverence for the sculptor’s divine-like experience.
The guest list for the ceremony gleams with Bollywood bigwigs like Randeep Hooda, Lin Laishram, Ranbir Kapoor, Anupam Kher, Madhuri Dixit, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Sunny Deol, Rajkumar Hirani, Ayushmann Khurrana, Ajay Devgn, and Madhur Bhandarkar. Stars from the Southern cinema galaxy such as Rajinikanth, Prabhas, Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Dhanush, Yash, and Rishab Shetty have also confirmed their attendance to witness the historic affair.
The ‘Tejas’ actress will grace the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony, an emblematic moment, joining a host of fellow Bollywood personalities in observance of this cornerstone in India’s cultural and spiritual tapestry. This ceremony is not merely the embodiment of religious sentiment but also a manifestation of national solidarity and shared heritage. As the nation readies for this day, the sentiments expressed by personalities like Kangana Ranaut reflect a collective anticipation and reverence for a ceremony that resonates far beyond the precincts of the temple itself, into the hearts of millions.
