'Modak Party' begins: Kartik Aaryan marks Ganesh Chaturthi, seeks blessings at Lalbaugcha Raja

Mumbai (Maharashtra): Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan embraced the festive spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi with a visit to Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja on Saturday morning.

The actor was seen dressed in a blue shirt paired with white pants as he offered his prayers to Lord Ganesha to commemorate the auspicious occasion.

Aaryan, who took to Instagram to share his experience, posted a picture from his visit with the caption, "HE is back... and so am I for his blessings. Modak Party Begins !!! Ganpati Bappa Morya."

The Ganesh Chaturthi festival, which begins on the fourth day of the Hindu lunisolar month of Bhadrapada, is a vibrant ten-day celebration that concludes on Anantha Chaturdashi. Known also as Vinayak Chaturthi or Vinayak Chavithi, the festival honours Lord Ganesha as the deity of new beginnings, the remover of obstacles, and the embodiment of wisdom and intelligence.

This year's festivities in Mumbai are particularly lively with the unveiling of the Lalbaugcha Raja idol, adding to the city's excitement.

Devotees across Maharashtra and beyond are actively participating by bringing Ganesh idols into their homes, fasting, preparing traditional offerings, and visiting various pandals.