On Sunday, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan visited Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s home to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi. Accompanied by his sister Arpita Khan, Salman added a touch of glamour to the festive occasion at Eknath Shinde’s Mumbai residence.
Salman Khan Joins Ganesh Chaturthi Festivities with Eknath Shinde
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde shared several photos from the celebration on his Instagram account. In the photos, Salman is seen wearing a blue shirt and matching jeans, paying his respects to the Ganesh idol with folded hands. Eknath Shinde also presented Salman Khan with a bouquet and a colorful scarf, and Arpita received the same warm gesture. The photos capture the festive spirit and the respect shown during the celebration.
Salman Khan’s Own Ganesh Chaturthi Festivities
Earlier in the week, Salman Khan had also celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi at his own home. He shared a video on Instagram showing the Ganesh Visarjan, where his family bid farewell to Lord Ganesha. In the video, Salman is seen dancing joyfully with his family during the Visarjan. He performed the final aarti and whispered prayers into the idol’s ears, following a tradition that many devotees observe.
Salman’s sister, Arpita Khan Sharma, and her actor-husband Ayush Sharma were also featured in the video, dancing energetically with their children. The festive mood was further enhanced by the presence of other family members, including Sohail Khan’s sons Nirvaan and Yohan, Arbaaz Khan’s son Arhaan, Alvira Agnihotri with her daughter Alizeh and son Ayaan. The entire family participated in the celebrations, making it a lively and heartwarming event.
Bollywood Celebrities Join the Festivities
Alongside his own celebrations, Salman Khan’s home saw a number of Bollywood celebrities visiting to seek blessings from Lord Ganesha. Notable guests included Iulia Vantur, Genelia D’Souza, Riteish Deshmukh, Sonakshi Sinha, Varun Sharma, and Sangeeta Bijlani, among others. The presence of these stars added to the festive atmosphere.
Salman’s Appearance at the Ambani Residence
On September 7, Salman Khan was also spotted at the Ambani family’s lavish residence, Antilia, to partake in their Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. He made a striking appearance in a stylish brown shirt, adding to the star-studded celebrations.
Salman Khan’s Upcoming Projects
Looking ahead, Salman Khan is set to return to television as the host of Bigg Boss 18. He is also preparing for his role in the action drama “Sikandar,” directed by AR Murugadoss. Fans can look forward to seeing him on-screen in these exciting new projects.
Salman Khan’s participation in Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, both at Eknath Shinde’s residence and his own home, reflects his active engagement in the festival’s spirit. With his appearances drawing significant attention, Salman continues to be a prominent figure in both Bollywood and festive celebrations.
