What Special Moments Did Mannara Chopra Share for Ganpati?

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Key Takeaways
- Mannara Chopra honors her late father during Ganesh Chaturthi.
- She celebrated with traditional attire and dance.
- The festival provides strength and solace amidst personal challenges.
- Social media serves as a platform for sharing grief and community support.
- Her recent work includes participation in a popular reality show.
Mumbai, Sep 4 (NationPress) Actress Mannara Chopra is embracing the vibrant festive season as Ganesh Chaturthi unfolds. She recently shared a captivating video reel of herself dancing to a popular Marathi song.
Adorned in a stunning blue Maharashtrian “Nauvaari” (nine-yard) saree, Mannara looked absolutely lovely.
She accessorized with the traditional Maharashtrian nath (nose ornament) and exquisite Kolhapuri saaz (traditional Kolhapuri jewellery), while her hair was styled in a loose half ponytail. In her heartfelt caption, she expressed, “This Ganesh Chaturthi has been a challenging year for my family, but with Ganpati Bappa's blessings, we find strength and solace. Holding you close in my heart, I feel your presence in every pandal. Outfit by mom @kaminichoprahanda Jewelry @the_jewel_gallery Choreographer @im_rajkhan_ MUA @sunny_makeup_artist.”
Mannara opened up about the difficulties her family has faced since the passing of her father, Raman Rai Handa, in June of this year. For context, Mannara's father departed on June 16 at the age of 72. After the last rites, held on June 18 in Mumbai, the family organized a prayer meet attended by Mannara's friends from 'Bigg Boss 17', including Abhishek Kumar and Khanzaadi. The actress shared the sad news on her social media, stating, “With profound grief and sorrow, we inform of the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025.
He was the pillar of strength for our family.” Raman Handa was married to Kamini Chopra, the paternal aunt of Priyanka and Parineeti Chopra. Priyanka Chopra also extended her condolences via social media, posting, “You'll always be in our hearts. Rest easy, Raman uncle (fufaji). Om Shanti.” On the professional front, Mannara was last featured in the cooking reality show “Laughter Chefs – Unlimited Entertainment Season 2,” alongside Elvish Yadav, Rubina Dilaik, Bharti Singh, Krushna Abhishek, Vicky Jain, Ankita Lokhande, and Abhishek Kumar.