Amitabh Bachchan at the Kalyan Jewellers residence for Navratri Pooja, Amitabh Bachchan the global brand ambassador for Kalyan Jewellers was present for the Navratri Pooja at the Kalyanaraman family’s residence in Thrissur, Kerala. The Navratri Pooja was well attended by other invitees coming from all parts of India to offer their prayer before the Bommai Kolu.
About Bommai Kolu:
During Navaratri, in certain parts of South India, the tradition keeping the ‘Bommai kolu’ is practiced. Idols of the Gods and Goddesses from the Hindu mythology are kept on odd numbered steps. Children are encouraged to take the lead here, and this in turn helps them better understand mythology and the many narratives. The order in which the Bommai or the dolls are kept also has its own significance.
It is symbolic of the growth of human life from a materialistic level to the elevated spiritual. At the very bottom of the steps the ordinary scenes of village life, temples, towns and it elevates to the most powerful forms of Gods towards the higher steps.
Mr. Amitabh Bachchan at the Kalyan Jewellers residence for Navratri Pooja
Navaratri and Bommai Kolu also serves as a platform for art and culture. Those visiting to offer their prayers at the Bommai Kolu are encouraged to sing, dance or play music before the deities. Thus making worship through music and art an integral part of Navaratri.