Mahakal, situated in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, is a revered site for Hindus. It houses the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve sacred representations of Lord Shiva. The temple, steeped in history, exudes architectural splendor. Devotees believe that a visit to Mahakal brings spiritual purification. The Bhasma Aarti, where sacred ash is applied to the idol, is a unique ritual attracting pilgrims. The city’s Kumbh Mela is celebrated here, drawing millions. Mahakal holds immense significance as a religious pilgrimage, symbolizing divine power, and cosmic order, and offering a transformative experience for worshippers seeking solace and blessings.
While primarily a spiritual haven, the temple occasionally witnesses visits from celebrities seeking divine blessings. The tranquil ambiance and historical significance of Mahakal attract not only common devotees but also personalities from the entertainment and political spheres. The temple’s sanctity and the unique rituals performed, such as the Bhasma Aarti, make it a distinctive destination for those seeking spiritual solace, regardless of their status or profession. The divine aura and cultural richness of Mahakal continue to draw visitors from various walks of life.
Some of the Celebrities Spotted in Ujjain’s Mahakal Mandir were:
Athiya Shetty & KL Rahul
The newlywed couple Athiya Shetty and Cricketer KL Rahul were spotted taking darshan at Ujjain’s Mahakal Mandir this year after their wedding.
Sara Ali Khan
This year, the royal family’s granddaughter, Sara Ali Khan was spotted in Mahakal Mandir taking darshan. Although Sara being a spiritual person has visited other Jyotirling, Kedarnath, this specifically was spotted in the Ujjain’s most famous Mahakal temple.
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma
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The celebrity couple known for their perfect marriage along with their perfect career in their respective fields had yet again gone viral for their perfect picture where they were seen sitting on the floor of the Mahakaleshwar temple and immersed in the devotional spirit in their very normal clothes.
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chaddha
Seems like this temple is a place where generally newlywed couples visit for their happy married life blessings. The couple, Parineeti Chopra and AAP politician Raghav Chaddha visited the temple right after they were hitched in Udaipur city.
Rupali Ganguly
This TV serial actor, famously known for her lead role in the serial Anupama was also spotted in the temple and later she shared a photo on her socials showing the Mahakal tika on her forehead. Leaving a famous religious style statement for her vast audience. She visited the temple early this year.
Akshay Kumar & Pankaj Tripathi
The duo veteran and star actors were spotted together before the movie release of OMG 2, at Ujjain Mahakal Temple. The stunt actor Akshay Kumar was spotted before as well at the temple but this year he visited with his co-star Pankaj Tripathi to Mahakal temple before his film release during the film promotions.
It seems like Ujjain may look like a Tier 2 city, but the only city in India that gets visits from the B-Town stars frequently due to the most famous Mahakal temple of Lord Mahadev.
