During the auspicious month of Shravana, also known as Sawan, let us look at some of the most well-known Bollywood superstars who are devout followers of Lord Shiva.
Shravana, also known as Sawan, marks the coming of the southwest monsoons, making it one of the most important months in the Indian subcontinent. Sawan is also known as the month of fasting. Monday is dedicated to Lord Shiva, whilst Tuesday is known for Goddess Parvati. Shravana is also the month of the Kanwar Yatra, one of India’s most popular annual pilgrimages. The holy month of Sawan occupies a particular place in the hearts of Lord Shiva’s followers.
Inside Shravana maas, also known as Sawan: The sacred month of Lord Shiva
According to numerous tales, Shravana month is when Lord Shiva welcomed Goddess Parvati as his wife. Another myth about the fortunate month of Sawan is the story of Samudra Manthan, in which Lord Shiva ingested the poison to rescue the cosmos. There are millions of legends about Lod Shiva’s sacrifices and bravery, which he performed repeatedly to save humanity. It is one of the reasons why Lord Shiva has so many adherents, not only in India, but around the world.
Meet notable Bollywood actors who are devout followers of Lord Shiva
Just like everyone else, there are many Bollywood celebs who are devout followers of Lord Shiva. While some have inscribed mantras and images of Lord Shiva on their bodies, the majority of them can be seen visiting notable temples dedicated to him. Thus, today we will look at some of the most notable Bollywood superstars who are devout followers of Lord Shiva and are known for their close relationship with Vishwanatha. So without further ado, let us get started!
1. Ajay Devgn
Ajay Devgn, a popular Bollywood actor, is one of Lord Shiva’s most devoted followers in the Indian film business. Whether in the movies or in his personal life, he has repeatedly mentioned or credited Lord Shiva. During the filming of Shivaay and Bholaa, Ajay Devgn visited several Lord Shiva temples to seek blessings. The actor also has a tattoo of Mahadev on his chest, which speaks volumes about his devotion to Lord Shiva.
2. Sanjay Dutt
Sanjay Dutt, like Ajay Devgn, has Lord Shiva inked on his body. The actor has a tattoo of Mahadev on his left shoulder, accompanied with a Sanskrit mantra. Aside from having a Lord Shiva tattoo, Sanjay Dutt has been spotted at several Mahadev temples across the country. In an old interview with a YouTube channel, he also admitted to being a great follower of Lord Shiva.
3. Kunal Khemu
Kunal Khemu is one of Bollywood’s most underappreciated performers, having never received the recognition he deserves for his groundbreaking work in Indian cinema. Nonetheless, his films have left a lasting impression on Indian cinephiles. Kunal has a tattoo of Mahadev on his right thigh, which reflects his devotion to Lord Shiva. The actor faced a lot of criticism for inking Lord Shiva’s image on his leg. In his defence, Kunal declared unequivocally that he would never disrespect Mahadev and that it was his way of expressing his adoration.
4. Hrithik Roshan
Hrithik Roshan, Bollywood’s Greek God, is also a devoted follower of the destroyer. Every year, on the auspicious festival of Maha Shivratri, he visits Lord Shiva’s shrine to seek his blessings. For several years, the actor has been photographed with his father, Rakesh Roshan, almost exclusively during Maha Shivratri.
5. Tiger Shroff
Tiger Shroff, considered the successor to Hrithik Roshan’s legacy in Bollywood as a dancer, has already established himself as a dancer. Tiger, like his senior, Hrithik, is a devotee of Lord Shiva, in addition to their shared passion of dance. According to several media sources, Tiger fasts during Maha Shivratri every year and even visited the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Uttar Pradesh prior to the premiere of his debut film, Heropanti.
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6. Salman Khan
Salman Khan, a Bollywood celebrity, is apparently a great Mahadev fan. Every year during Maha Shivratri, the actor allegedly attends the aarti and celebrates it with great zeal. Salman Khan rarely discusses his religious beliefs and has never spoken about his adoration for Lord Shiva. However, a few years ago, he was seen creating an image of Mahadev, which went viral on social media. Netizens reacted positively to the Bollywood star’s image of Shiva.
7. Ayan Mukerji
The next person in the film business who is a devout follower of Lord Shiva is the well-known filmmaker Ayan Mukerji. According to several sources, whenever Ayan starts working on a new project, he seeks Lord Shiva’s blessings. After finishing his film Brahmastra, Ayan visited Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga in Ujjain. This was not the first time we had seen Ayan visit Mahadev’s temples. In recent years, we’ve seen the director do darshan at a number of prominent Lord Shiva temples.
8. Sara Ali Khan
Sara Ali Khan, a popular Bollywood actress, has a beautiful link with Lord Shiva thanks to her playing debut in the film Kedarnath. Sara became a die-hard follower of Mahadev after spending a lot of time at the famed Hindu pilgrimage while filming Kedarnath.
9. Mouni Roy
Mouni Roy, the glamorous diva, is also a devotee of Lord Shiva, since she is frequently seen visiting temples dedicated to the god of destruction. The actress reportedly fasts every year on Maha Shivratri and frequently posts shlokas or photos of Lord Shiva on her social media accounts.
10. Kangana Ranaut
Kangana Ranaut, the Bollywood queen, is a huge admirer of Lord Shiva. Kangana never misses an opportunity to commemorate Mahadev, from visiting Mahakal in Ujjain to honoring Lord Shiva as the ‘first yogi’ on International Yoga Day. Not only that, but Kangana has frequently shared photos from her visits to various Mahadev temples around India.
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