The Ambani family ushered in the festive spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi with great enthusiasm as they welcomed Lord Ganesha, fondly called ‘Antilia Cha Raja,’ to their Mumbai residence, Antilia, last night. The celebration marked the beginning of the 10-day festival with elaborate rituals and pomp.
Newlyweds Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant Lead the Procession
Newlyweds Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant were seen bringing Ganpati Bappa home, marking their first Ganesh Chaturthi celebration as a married couple. Dressed in traditional attire, the duo led the procession in which the Ganpati idol was brought home. Later in the evening, Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani joined their son and daughter-in-law for the Ganesh puja rituals.
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Inside Antilia’s Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations
A glimpse into the puja celebrations was captured by the paparazzi, offering a peek into the elaborate festivities. In the video, Nita Ambani, dressed in a pink embroidered suit, oversees the puja preparations. Meanwhile, Radhika Merchant, wearing a stunning red sharara set, carries a puja thali as she participates in the rituals. Anant Ambani is seen engaging in a conversation with his father, Mukesh Ambani, during the event.
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Radhika Merchant’s Traditional Attire Steals the Show
Radhika Merchant, in her first Ganesh Chaturthi as a married woman, donned a striking red sharara set adorned with intricate gold embroidery. The sleeveless kurta featured a backless design with crisscross dori ties, while the sharara pants had a flared silhouette. She completed her look with a matching red dupatta and accessorized with gold jhumkis and a mangalsutra. Opting for minimal makeup, Radhika kept her hair tied in a sleek ponytail, exuding elegance throughout the ceremony.
Ganpati Idol Welcomed with a Grand Procession
A video shared by a paparazzi page captured the grand arrival of the Ganpati idol at Antilia. Decorated with vibrant flowers and carried on a truck, the idol arrived amidst a lively procession, with devotees chanting “Ganpati Bappa Morya” and “Jai Shree Ganesh.” The elaborate decorations and festivities reflected the family’s devotion and the significance of the occasion.
Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations in Full Swing
The Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations across India commenced on September 7. The 10-day festival honors the birth of Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom and prosperity. The festivities will conclude with Ganesh Visarjan, scheduled for September 17, when the idols will be immersed in water, marking the end of the celebrations.
