Renowned Bollywood actor Katrina Kaif made a spiritual journey to the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on February 24, accompanied by her mother-in-law. During her visit, she participated in religious rituals, including taking a sacred dip in the river and offering prayers. A newly surfaced video captures her distributing ‘prasad’ to devotees, further engaging in the sacred traditions of the grand festival.
Katrina’s Presence at Maha Kumbh
In a recent clip shared by news agency ANI on X (formerly Twitter), Katrina Kaif was seen in a serene yellow salwar suit, gracefully handing out ‘prasad’ to worshippers using a long-handled ladle. She was accompanied by Parmarth Niketan Ashram’s spiritual leader Swami Chidanand Saraswati and Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati. As she participated in the religious activities, several fans captured the moment on their mobile phones.
Given the large gathering at the site, a team of security personnel was deployed to ensure smooth proceedings. Katrina took the time to interact with devotees, offering them kedgeree with a warm smile and a composed demeanor.
Katrina’s Reflections on the Experience
Expressing her joy at being part of the sacred event, Katrina shared, “I feel incredibly blessed to be here. Meeting Swami Chidanand Saraswati and receiving his blessings has been a humbling experience. This is just the beginning of my journey here, and I am eager to absorb the energy, beauty, and deep significance of this festival. I look forward to spending the entire day immersed in this spiritual atmosphere.”
Earlier in the day, another video showcased Katrina engrossed in a soulful bhajan. Other Bollywood celebrities, including Raveena Tandon and her daughter Rasha Thadani, were also present at the event. As part of her visit, Katrina performed an aarti and took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam, embracing the spiritual essence of Maha Kumbh.
Bollywood’s Presence at Maha Kumbh 2025
The Maha Kumbh has witnessed a stream of Bollywood personalities participating in the grand event over the past few days. Katrina’s husband, actor Vicky Kaushal, had also visited the festival on February 13 ahead of his film Chhaava’s release. Other prominent stars such as Akshay Kumar, Juhi Chawla, Preity Zinta, Esha Gupta, Sonali Bendre, and Hema Malini have also been spotted embracing the divine aura of the gathering.
Katrina Kaif’s visit to Maha Kumbh underscores the deep spiritual connection Bollywood celebrities share with India’s rich cultural traditions. Her heartfelt participation and interaction with devotees added to the vibrant and pious atmosphere of the sacred festival.