Dahi Handi

As Dahi Handi 2025 fills the air with joy, we recall Amitabh Bachchan’s unforgettable Mach Gaya Shor from Khud-Daar (1982), where his head-smashed matki act became both cinematic magic and a testament to his fearless dedication.

Shehnaaz Gill greets Govindas in Marathi, dances on Tauba Tauba at Dahi Handi event in Mumbai

Shehnaaz Gill, a name synonymous with charm and talent in the Indian entertainment industry, recently set the stage on fire with her performance at Baba Siddique's Dahi Handi event in Mumbai. The event, held during the festivities of Krishna Janmashtami, saw a vibrant gathering of celebrities and fans alike, but it was Shehnaaz's energy and charisma that truly stole the show.

Bollywood stars Karisma Kapoor, Amisha Patel, Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff and others attend Dahi Handi events in Mumbai, cheer for Govinda

As the celebrities arrived, the energy of the crowd soared. Karisma Kapoor, looking elegant in a traditional outfit, waved to the cheering crowd, showing her support for the participants. She also performed on Main toh Raste Jaa Raha Tha song with Govindas. Amisha Patel, known for her vivacious personality, enthusiastically cheered for the Govindas, encouraging them as they attempted to reach the pot.

Shilpa Shetty's son Viaan breaks Dahi Hand with father Raj Kundra, actress shares a video, watch

Shilpa Shetty, a popular Bollywood actress, recently shared a delightful video on her social media celebrating the festival of Janmashtami with her family. In the video, Shilpa's son, Viaan, can be seen enthusiastically participating in the traditional Dahi Handi ritual, where he breaks the handi (pot) as part of the festivities.

Janmashtami 2023: History, significance and celebration of Lord Krishna's birth

Krishna Janmashtami falls on the eighth day of the dark fortnight in the month of “Bhadrapada” in India. This year, Janmashtami will be celebrated on September 6 and 7. According to Hindu mythology, Krishna is the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu and also the eighth child of Devaki and Vasudev.

Maharashtra: 153 Dahi Handi participants injured in Mumbai, 64 in Thane city

In Mumbai, while most of the injured persons were discharged after treatment, 23 others were admitted to hospitals and their condition is stable, they said.

Janmashtami 2022 | Dahi handi celebrations after two years of pandemic-induced break

As part of the festival, youngsters (called Govindas), dressed in colourful attire, make human pyramids to reach an earthen pot containing buttermilk suspended mid-air, and break it. It symbolises victory through unity.

Janmashtami 2022: Anand Mahindra on the standard excuse kids use to skip school this day

Janmashtami 2022: Anand Mahindra's tweet prompted others to share photos of Dahi Handi from their localities while some others commented that they could relate to his theory.

Mumbai celebrates 'dahi handi' festival

Amid chants of "Govinda ala re", thousands of Mumbaikars today celebrated 'dahi handi' festival on the occasion of Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna.