Actor Vijay Deverakonda and his mother, Madhavi, were recently spotted at the Hyderabad airport en route to Prayagraj to participate in the auspicious Mahakumbh Mela. A video of their departure has been circulating on social media, capturing the actor's casual yet stylish airport look.
Vijay Deverakonda joins a growing list of celebrities who have participated in the Mahakumbh Mela, including "KGF" actress Srinidhi Shetty, who recently shared her experience of taking a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam with her family. Shetty described the experience as a spontaneous and unforgettable journey, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of this significant event.
The Mahakumbh Mela: A Spiritual Pilgrimage
The Mahakumbh Mela is a major Hindu festival held every 12 years at four rotating locations: Haridwar, Prayagraj, Nashik, and Ujjain. Millions of devotees gather to bathe in sacred rivers, believing it to cleanse them of their sins and bring spiritual purification.
The 2025 Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj is particularly special as it has come after 144 years. The festival, which began on January 13th and concludes on February 26th, is expected to draw an estimated 400 million visitors, making it one of the largest gatherings in the world.
During the festival, pilgrims perform various rituals and take holy dips at the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. The Mahakumbh Mela is a significant event in the Hindu calendar, representing a time for spiritual renewal and devotion.
