The vibrant harvest festival of Pongal is underway, spanning from January 15 to January 18, marking the jubilant conclusion of winter. Dedicated to honoring the Sun god, this four-day celebration holds significant cultural importance for the Tamil community. Notably, Kollywood celebrities enthusiastically joined the festivities, offering glimpses into their joyous observances.
Superstar Dhanush embraced the festive spirit by celebrating Pongal with his close family members. Decked in traditional attire alongside his parents and sons Linga and Yatra, Dhanush commenced the day by boiling sweet rice. Sharing a family picture, he extended warm wishes to his fans, saying, “Wishing you all a Blessed, Divine Pongal.”
Vijay Sethupathi, last seen in ‘Merry Christmas,’ shared festive cheer by extending heartfelt Pongal wishes through his social media handle. The ‘Merry Christmas’ actor conveyed, “Happy Pongal Wishes,” spreading joy among his followers.
For Sivakarthikeyan, this year’s Pongal holds special significance as his latest film, ‘Ayalaan,’ hit the screens on January 12. Sharing a picture with his wife and children alongside the alien from ‘Ayalaan,’ he expressed, “This time it is Ayalaan Pongal for us,” while extending heartfelt wishes to his fans.
In conjunction with the festive celebrations, exciting updates emerged from Kollywood cinema, adding an extra layer of joy to the occasion. The Tamil Pongal releases received permission for additional shows from the Tamil Nadu government, enhancing the entertainment quotient for movie enthusiasts.
As Pongal unfolds, it harmoniously coincides with other harvest festivals across the country, including Makar Sankranti and Bihu, symbolizing a nationwide celebration of abundance and prosperity.
In the spirit of unity and tradition, Kollywood stars continue to shine, both on and off the screen, contributing to the festive fervor that embraces communities across the nation.
