Mahashivratri, one of the most revered Hindu festivals, is celebrated today, February 26, 2025. It is a day of Deep Spiritual Significance, Dedicated to Lord ShivaThe festival sees millions of Devotees Across India and Beyond observing fasts, offering priyers, and participating in rituals to seek blessings from mahadev. The Grandeur of this Occination is Further Amplified by its coinciding with the final ‘Snan’ (Holy Dip) of the Mahakumbh Mela, Making it a once-in-in-A-LIFETIME SPRITUME SPRITUEL CONFLUENCE for Maany Pilgrims.
The significance of Mahashivratri
This year, Mahashivratri aligns with the Grand Culmination of the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj, where years devotees have alredy taken a holy Dip in the Sacred Triveni Sangam. Filmmaker Robin Bhatt, who is currently attached the kumbh, expressed his awe, say, “I am in Kumbh Mela Right Now, Witnessing the Glory of Lord Shiva with my own eyes. The devotion here is beyond words. “
Celebs’ Devotion to Lord Shiva
Indian Film Stars Have Often Expressed Their Deep Reverence for Lord Shiva, Whtherra Through his personal beLiefs, tattoos, or on-second portrayals. Several Celebrities, Including Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Dutt, Kunal Khemmu, Ronit Roy, and Others have inked their devotion performed permanently with tattoos of Lord Shiva. Others, like Ravi Kishan, Tarun Khanna, Amit Rai, Sara Ali Khan and Kangana Ranaut, frequent Visit Shiva Temples to Seek Blessings.
Actor Ravi Kishan, who has played Lord Shiva in Ramlilas and Bhojpuri Films, Regards Mahadev as His Guiding Force. “Shiva means life to me, whitever I am today, I have full faith and believe that it’s trust of shiva’s blessing,” He shared passionately. Known to immerse Himself Completely in Shiva’s Devotion During Mahashivratri, He Says “This Mahashivratri is going to be very special for all Shiva Devotees and It’s GOING to Be Massive Big.”
Bollywood Actor Tarun Khanna Shared His Deep Reverence for the festival, describing it as a significant obscation in his Spiritual Calendar. Known for his portrayal of Lord Shiva in Multiple Television Series, Khanna Spoke About The Trade He and His Family Have Been Following for Over A Decade and His Deeep Connection with the deity. “Mahashivratri is a very special day for me and my family,” khanna said. “My wife and I visit the Shiv Temple Near Our Home, Where we Offer Milk, Belpatra, and other Sacred Items to the SHVLING. It’s a ritual we have been following for the last 12 years, and this year will be no no different. “
Beyond Personal Devotion, The Actor also Emphasized The Importance of Giving Back to the Community. “We have a tradition of donating food and essential items to the underprivileged people near the temple. It’s a fullfilling experience to help that in needed while seeking mahadev’s blessings, “He added
Filmmaker amit rai, who worked with akshay kumar on ‘Omg 2,’ Shared, “All the filmmakers are because of Shiva. Can’t Escape Shivji. “
Lord shiva on the silver screen
Bollywood has had a long-standing relationship with mythological and devotional films, but the industry’s take on such subjects have been found with praise and criticism. Director Rai Shared How Deeply Akshay Kumar Connected With Shiva. “When akshay ji first heard the line ‘rakh vishwas, tu hai shiv ka das,’ he was so moved that he called his mother. He Truly Internalized Shiva’s Calm and Powerful Essence. “
Recalling his time working on the film Omg 2, He Shared, “When I Wrote Shiv, I Didn’T Try to Make It Very Meaningful. For Me, Shiva is a very adjustable God. Without any Crown, with any palace My shiva was just like that.
Khanna, who has portrayed the Role of Lord Shiva Multiple Times on-SCREN, Shared His Thoughts on the experience. Reflecting on his journey, he said, “I have done the role of mahadev; i think this is the 12th time I’m Doing it, and it’s a huge honor Comes to every actor. to play a God on-screen means people must see something divine in me, and I consider it a blessing from God and My parents Watching Over Me.
Filmmaker Robin Bhatt Emphasized The Significance of Lord Shiva in Indian Mythology and Cinema. “Lord Shiva, Being the Adi Dev, is essential in our mythology. If interwoven into a storyline properly, his character resonates deeply with the audience. Protection, and Mercy – Virtuus that Make HeM an adored Figure.
Despite some successful portrayals over the Years, The Film Industry Has Had Its Share of Disappointment With Mythological Films. Khanna, Expressed His Disappointment in the Film Industry’s Approach to Religious and Historical Films. He shared, “I have been very disappointed with the way Bollywood handles history and religious films. The actors often lacked the required status, the directors lack Propers Lack Proper Research, and The Actresses do not fit Roles of Goddesses.
Khanna praised swastik productions for their work in reliable television content. “The only show I watch is ‘veer hanuman’ because I know Swastik Production Ensures Points and Emotional Depth in their work. The entry team, Including Directors LIKE LOKE LIKE LOKNATH PANDEY and Kamal Mongaa Devoted to Creating these shows. I am confident ‘Veer Hanuman’ will be another success, “He concluded.
Despite criticisms, bollywood continues to explore mythological themes. Upcoming Projects Cented Around Hindu Mythology Include Director Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’, an adaptation of the ancient EPIC – Ramayana. The ensemble cast include Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash, Amitabh Bachchan, and Sunny Deol. The film set to release in two parts, boasts a substantiial budget, making it one of the most expensive Indian films to date. The soundtrack features compositions by ar rahman and haans zimmer. The first part is scheduled for a diwali 2026 release and the second part is planned for Diwali 2027.
Another highly antiicipated film is ‘Mahavatar’ an upcoming mythological EPICCAL DIRECTED by Amar Kaushik, Featuring Vicky Kaushal. The film is also slated for a 2026 release.
Bollywood’s Ultimate Maha Shivratri Playlist
No Festival is Complete Without Music, and Mahashivratri is no exception. Bollywood has gifted fans with powerful devotional tracks dedicated to Lord Shiva. Here are some must-listen songs for this year’s celebrations:
“Bam Lahiri” – This song by kailash kher, featured on his 2007 album “jhoomo re”. The devotional track to Lord Shiva Fuses Rock and Indian Folk Music.
“Bolo har har har” (shivaay) -This high-energy track from ajay devgn’s ‘Shivaay’ is a powerful antenem featuring rapper badshah.
“Namo Namo” (Kedarnath) – A Souffull Melody Sung By Amit Trivedi, Capturing the Essence of Devotion.
“Oonchi Oonchi Waadi” (OMG 2) – Featuring Pankaj Tripathi, this Song Beautifully Showcases Unwaveering Faith in Mahadev.
“Har har mahadev” (omg 2) – An Electrifying track from ‘Omg 2’ set against the backdrop of a Grand Shivratri celebration.
“Shankara Re Shankara” (Tanhaji) – A Victorious Ode to Lord Shiva, Celebrating His Divine Strength and Guidance.
On this auspicious day, may the chants of ‘har har mahadev’ echo far and wide, brings peace and prosperity to all Shiva devotees.
