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On February 15, 2026, India celebrated Mahashivratri with immense devotion, and our favorite stars were no exception. Actresses like Tamannaah Bhatia, Mouni Roy, and Srinidhi Shetty travelled to the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore to spend the night in prayer and dance before the iconic Adiyogi statue.
From soulful musical performances by Salim Merchant to heartfelt social media wishes, the film industry celebrated the "Great Night of Shiva" with energy, meditation, and a deep sense of peace.Several popular actresses traveled to the Isha Yoga Center to participate in the famous all-night celebration led by Sadhguru.
Tamannaah Bhatia
The 'Ghafoor' fame actress, often seen at spiritual events, stayed for the entire night-long vigil.
She shared several photos on social media, looking radiant in an ivory outfit as she immersed herself in the meditative atmosphere.
Sara Arjun
The young star from Ranveer Singh led, 'Dhurandhar' attended the event with her father. The actress expressed her gratitude for the "magical" experience, especially the midnight meditation and the energetic cultural performances.
Mouni Roy
A long-time devotee of Lord Shiva, Mouni participated in the prayers and shared her joy at being part of a night filled with sacred music and dance.
Srinidhi Shetty
The 'KGF' star mentioned that she waits for this night every year. She spent her time meditating and enjoying the devotional music, calling the energy of the event "truly a blessing."
Salim Merchant
The famous music composer added a soulful touch to the festival with his presence, showing how music and spirituality go hand-in-hand.
Devotion at Babulnath Temple, Mumbai
In Mumbai, the iconic Babulnath Temple saw a massive turnout, including prominent figures from the film industry.
Madhur Bhandarkar
The filmmaker visited the temple to pray for everyone's health and success. He noted that even though the temple was incredibly crowded, the atmosphere was filled with deep peace and devotion. He also expressed confidence in India's victory in the T20 match against Pakistan happening that same day.Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar who visited Mumbai's famous temple Babulnath shared his experience with IANS, "The Babulnath Temple is revered not only in Mumbai but across the country, and it is a joyous moment for us to have the privilege of visiting it on Mahashivratri.
The temple is very crowded, but everyone is praying with full devotion, and I wish everyone success and good health."
Ashok Pandit
Hailing from Jammu and Kashmir, the filmmaker spoke about the deep connection Kashmiri Pandits have with Lord Shiva. He prayed for the safety of Indian soldiers and their families, seeking strength and protection for those who guard the nation. Filmmaker Ashok Pandit, hailing from Jammu and Kashmir, said, "This festival is special for everyone, but Kashmiri Pandits' faith is even more connected to it because we are devotees of Shiva, and visiting the Babulnath Temple brings energy and peace.
"He further said, "Whenever I visit such a religious place, I believe that God protects everyone. May God give strength to the soldiers and their families who protect the country. We always pray for our security forces, that they and their families remain happy."
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