Supriya Pilgaonkar Instagram – “Ganpati Bappa—more than a deity, a unifier of hearts.
In Mumbai, Ganesh Chaturthi is not just a festival; it is a testament to communal harmony. When Lokmanya Tilak transformed it into a public celebration in 1893, his vision was clear—to bring people together, beyond caste, creed, and religion, under the banner of devotion and cultural pride. Today, his vision thrives as millions, regardless of faith, join hands in welcoming Bappa home.
From Hindu families performing traditional aartis to Muslim artisans crafting Ganesha idols, from Christian and Parsi neighborhoods embracing the festive spirit to international travelers witnessing Mumbai’s grand pandals—Ganesha belongs to all. His form, ‘विघ्नहर्ता’ (Vighnaharta), the remover of obstacles, resonates universally. He is invoked before every new beginning—not just in temples but in homes, in businesses, in hearts.
𝐔 𝐍 𝐕 𝐄 𝐈 𝐋 𝐈 𝐍 𝐆
𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐬 • जुलूस • جلوس
Featured: @shriya.pilgaonkar
@supriyapilgaonkar
Story, concept & direction: @karantorani
Film & edit courtesy @toranitalkies @framedbyrachit @asmipradeep
Lead DOP @nazaareproductions @karannchawla @kujulpratapsingh
Styling, casting @jahnvibansal
Jewellery @shriparamanijewels
Assistant director @asmipradeep
Hair & Makeup @Bkccad @samanthakochharr
Set Design & execution @thea3project @ambitrix
Floral design partners @blacktulipflowers_india
#ToraniIndia #Juloos #GaneshChaturthi #CelebratingIndia | Posted on 28/Mar/2025 13:28:03
