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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Naagin 7: Teaser set to release on Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay-starrer Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi premiere date?
The excitement around Naagin 7 has been building for months, with fans waiting eagerly since Naagin 6 went off-air more than two years ago. Ektaa Kapoor is all set to bring back her iconic show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi after 25 years, with its grand premiere scheduled for July 29. On the same day, she has reportedly lined up the trailer launch of Naagin Season 7. According to a TellyChakkar report, the first teaser of Naagin 7 will reportedly drop on July 29, a date chosen to coincide with the auspicious occasion of Nag Panchami. The teaser is expected to offer the first glimpse of the upcoming season's storyline and may even reveal the identity of the lead actress. Television viewers have double the reason to celebrate, as Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi will also premiere on the same day. The makers have yet to issue an official confirmation. The revival of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi will see Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay return in lead roles. The cast also features Shakti Anand, Ritu Chaudhary, Hiten Tejwani, Gauri Pradhan, Kamalika Guha Thakurta, and Ketki Dave. The first episode will reportedly air from June 29 at 10:30 PM. Buzz around Naagin 7 has been circulating for several months. The new season was planned for an early 2025 release. In February, Ektaa Kapoor confirmed the making of Naagin 7, assuring fans that the show was on its way. The previous season, Naagin 6, reportedly featured Tejasswi Prakash in the lead, alongside Simba Nagpal, Urvashi Dholakia, and Mahek Chahal, and aired from February 12, 2022, until July 9, 2023.
Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Snakes on necks, arms, and sticks! Viral video shows people wearing snakes during Nag Panchami fair in Bihar
Every year, during Nag Panchami, villagers across northern India come together in ceremonies that blend faith, tradition, and awe. In Bihar the atmosphere turns lively as devotees gather to honour the serpent goddess Mata Vishhari. For over a century, this festival has seen families carrying live snakes, sometimes wrapped around arms, shoulders, or even heads as a sign of devotion towards the serpent Goddess. While some appreciate the courage and cultural significance of the event, others voice concern over potential harm to humans and reptiles. But for the people of Mithila, this celebration is far more than a parade. It is in fact a living legacy, a pact with tradition, and a moment of deep communal identity. Similarly, this year also the Nag Panchami fair at Singhia Ghat in Bihar's Samastipur district drew hundreds of devotees during this week's celebrations. What sets this fair apart is the practice of carrying live snakes as part of the ritual, which runs from toddlers to seniors. The event kicked off at the Maa Bhagwati temple in Singhia Bazaar, where prayers were offered before the procession moved toward the Budhi Gandak riverbank. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cardiologists Confirm: 60-Year-Old Sheds Fat With 4 Ingredients The Healthy Way Learn More Undo The footage from the fair went viral on social media, which shows participants draping cobras and other snakes around their necks, arms, or even balancing them on their heads. Some carried the reptiles swirled around sticks, while others reportedly performed daring acts, like holding snakes with their mouths, while chanting the name of Mata Vishhari. It attracts devotees from across the Mithila region, including Khagaria, Saharsa, Begusarai, and Muzaffarpur, who believe these acts bring blessings, protection, and fulfillment of family wishes. Apart from the public procession, women also perform intimate rituals within sacred groves known as Gahvars, praying for fertility and family well-being. Promises kept are honoured with offerings called Jhaap during the next Nag Panchami. After these practices come to an end, the snakes are gently released into nearby forested areas. According to NDTV, no snakebite cases or injuries have been reported so far from this fair. Still, animal rights advocates warn of harmful practices used in snake preparation, such as defanging, which is a cruel act that's illegal under wildlife protection laws.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Devotees dance with live cobras in fearless display of faith during Hindu festival
In an astonishing display of faith, devotees in Bihar, India, celebrated the Nag Panchami festival on July 15 by dancing with live and venomous snakes wrapped around their necks, held in their hands, and even placed in their mouths. The centuries-old ritual honours the serpent goddess Vishahari and is believed to bring divine blessings.
NDTV
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Devotees Carry Snakes During 'Nag Panchami' Fair In Bihar
Hundreds of devotees gathered at Singhia Ghat in Bihar's Samastipur this week to participate in the Nag Panchami fair, a traditional event where people carry snakes as part of religious rituals. The annual fair began with prayers at the Maa Bhagwati temple in Singhia Bazaar. The devotees then proceeded to the banks of the Budhi Gandak river. From children to the elderly, nearly every participant was seen carrying a snake, either draped around their necks, wound around their arms, balanced on their heads, or in their hands. Videos circulating online captured the unusual spectacle in detail. Families were seen moving through the crowd with snakes slung casually around their bodies. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pradeep Yadav (@br_vlogger17) In some clips, people carry wooden sticks coiled with snakes, treating the reptiles more like sacred objects than dangerous creatures. खिलौने की तरह सांप को गले में लटकाते हैं लोग बिहार के समस्तीपुर जिले के विभूतिपुर प्रखंड के सिंघिया घाट में नागपंचमी के अवसर पर एक अनोखा और अद्भुत सांपों का मेला लगता है. इस मेले में बच्चे से लेकर बूढ़े तक सभी लोग सांपों के साथ खेलते हुए नजर आते हैं, जो उनके गले और शरीर में… — NDTV India (@ndtvindia) July 15, 2025 As part of the rituals, devotees chanted the name of Mata Vishhari, a local snake goddess, and offered prayers. Some devotees also reportedly performed feats such as catching snakes in their mouths. After worshipping them, the snakes were released into nearby forested areas. The fair attracts people from across the Mithila region, including districts of Khagaria, Saharsa, Begusarai, and Muzaffarpur. Locals say it's an over-a-century-old tradition passed down through generations. Apart from the public procession, women perform special worship inside Gahvars (sacred groves or enclosures), praying to Nag Devta for fertility, family health, and protection. Upon the fulfilment of their wishes, they return on Nag Panchami to offer Jhaap (offerings) and prasad in gratitude. According to local reports, no snakebite incidents or injuries have so far been recorded from this fair.
Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Nag Panchami 2025: When is Nag Panchami? Know Exact Date and All You Need to Know
One of the most well-known Hindu festivals is Nag Panchami. In India, people commemorate this day with great fervor. On this auspicious day, snakes are worshipped by people. According to Drik Panchang, on Panchami Tithi, the fifth day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Sawan, Nag Panchami is observed throughout India. It is going to be celebrated on July 29, 2025, this year. Nag Panchami 2025 : Date and Time Panchami Tithi Begins - July 28, 2025 - 11:24 PM Panchami Tithi Ends - July 30, 2025 - 12:46 AM Nag Panchami Puja Muhurat - July 29, 2025 - 05:41 AM to 08:23 AM In Gujrat, Nag Pancham festival will be celebrated on August 13, 2025. Nag Panchami 2025: Significance For Hindus, Nag Panchami is considered an auspicious festival. This day is dedicated to worship snakes. Because of their venomous nature, snakes are revered as deities and regarded as one of the most powerful animals. According to Hindu Hindu Scriptures, Nagas are considered as Gods of Patal Loka and this is a home to all the snakes. Additionally, it is believed that worshiping snakes on this day eliminates Kaal Sarpa Dosha and the fear of snakes. The Naga king Vasuki, who clings to Lord Shiva's neck. Many devotees worship the goddess Mansa, who is the sister of Vasuki and is regarded as the daughter of Lord Shiva. Nag Panchami 2025: Puja Rituals 1. Before beginning puja rites, devotees take a bath after waking up early. 2. Devotees use coal to create images of snakes on paper or walls. 3. They offer sweets, haldi, kumkum, and flowers. 4. In order to honor snakes, devotees present them with kheer and milk. 5. With the aid of a snake charmer, some people even give milk to actual snakes. 6. In addition to offering silver Nag Nagin Joda (a snake pair), one must perform Abhishekam to Shivlingam. Mantra 1. Om Sarpebhyo Namah..!! 2. Om Namah Shivaye..!! 3. Om Trayambhakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam, Urvarukmiv Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Mamritaat..!!
