Bollywood's Muslim stars join Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations

As Ganesh Chaturthi arrives, the country is swept up in devotion, with chants of "Ganpati Bappa Morya" echoing everywhere. In India, festivals are not confined to one religion but carry a message of love, unity and brotherhood. This is reflected in the entertainment industry too, where several Muslim celebrities from Bollywood and television mark Ganeshotsav with great devotion. Some install an idol of Bappa at home, while others join friends and family for darshan and aarti.

Salman Khan's family is known for its enthusiasm for Ganeshotsav. Every year, Ganpati Bappa is welcomed at Salman's home with great devotion. The Khan family takes part in the aarti and joins in with full enthusiasm at the time of immersion as well. Photos and videos of Salman's Ganeshotsav celebrations often go viral on social media.

Shah Rukh Khan has also expressed his faith in and respect for various Indian festivals. On Ganesh Chaturthi, Shah Rukh has been seen welcoming and worshipping Bappa with his family. Fans particularly appreciate his outlook of respect for all religions.

Actress Sara Ali Khan has always spoken openly about her religious faith. During Ganeshotsav, she goes for darshan of Bappa and also wishes fans on social media on Ganesh Chaturthi. Sara has visited Lalbaugcha Raja for darshan several times. She has said that Bappa gives her blessings and positive energy.

Actor Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan are also seen celebrating various Indian festivals with their children. During Ganeshotsav, along with worshipping Ganpati with the family, their approach also reflects an effort to teach their children to respect different religions and their festivals.

TV and Bollywood actress Hina Khan is also known as a devotee of Ganpati Bappa. During Ganesh Chaturthi, she visits the homes of friends and family for darshan of Bappa. She also wishes fans on social media for Ganesh Chaturthi. She has said on several occasions that her faith has remained steady even through difficult times in her life.

Besides these actors, several other Muslim celebrities from the entertainment industry are seen visiting friends' homes or public Ganpati pandals for darshan during Ganeshotsav. Celebrities such as Amna Sharif and Ali Goni are also seen joining in the enthusiasm of Ganeshotsav.

Mumbai's Ganeshotsav is no longer just a religious festival but has become, for many, a celebration of devotion, joy and unity. Celebrities and fans from different religions come together to celebrate Bappa. As a result, the chant of "Ganpati Bappa Morya" appears to carry a message of unity that crosses the boundaries of religion.