Actress Tamannaah Bhatia welcomed the first day of Navratri 2026 by attending a Mata Ki Chowki in Mumbai, sharing glimpses of the devotional evening with her followers on social media. The actress was seen fully absorbed in bhajans, aarti, and spiritual storytelling during the five-hour-long gathering.

What the Evening Looked Like

Photos and videos from the event showed Tamannaah participating in the aarti and joining in the bhajans. One of the clips also featured actress Mrunal Thakur, while Tamannaah's parents were also present at the chowki. The event was led by devotional singer Preety Pathania, whose performances took attendees on a sonic journey to Vaishno Devi through music and storytelling.

Tamannaah Describes the Experience

In a post on Instagram, Tamannaah wrote about the transformative quality of the evening: 'Through soaring bhajans, stories of Maa and a vivid journey through the mountains to Vaishno Devi, @preetypathania15 makes you experience devotion, not just hear it. With every song, every story and every beat, you can almost feel the climb, the sacred paths unfolding and the pilgrimage carrying you deeper within.'

She also reflected on a personal spiritual quality she found in the music: 'There's something beautiful about this duality. The music rises, the energy moves through the room and the atmosphere pulses with devotion — yet, somewhere within, a deep stillness begins to unfold. All that sound and movement draw you inward, guiding you back to your centre, back to yourself. Five hours of music, prayer and surrender that felt like a single, timeless moment. Jai Mata Di.'

A Pattern of Spiritual Connection

This is not the first time Tamannaah has spoken about faith shaping her professional and personal life. Earlier, she revealed a deeply moving experience while filming the Chhath song for her film 'The Vvaan'. 'I have always held a deep reverence for Chhath Puja. Before we started shooting for the song, I spent time studying and understanding the significance of the ritual and how it is performed in Bihar and Patna. Honestly, I was stunned to learn the power it holds. The strong connection I felt with Chhathi Maiyya is something I cannot put in words. I found myself feeling deeply connected to her,' she said.

Context: Navratri and Celebrity Devotion

The Navratri festival, observed across India over nine nights, is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine forms. Celebrity participation in such events — from garba nights to private chowkis — has seen a notable uptick in visibility over recent years, with artists increasingly sharing their spiritual practices publicly. Tamannaah's candid reflection on faith and introspection adds a personal dimension to what is often covered as a purely ceremonial occasion.