e-Megazoner 31st January 2025

Written on January 31, 2025
Kai Sookraj

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CONTENTS 

Bollywood News: Deva

Religious Events: Thai Poosam Kavady

Our Clients

Megazone Bollywood Top 20 

Win With B-Well

Jock Search 


BOLLYWOOD NEWS

Deva

Get ready for Shahid Kapoor's action-packed film Deva! The teaser and first song have already generated immense buzz and the excitement is set to escalate with the movie dropping this week. 💣💥

The first track released a few days ago "Bhasad Macha" crossing over 22 million views. Shahid sets the dance floor ablaze with his electrifying performance and his chemistry with Pooja Hegde adds an extra charm to the song featuring vocals by Mika Singh, Vishal Mishra and Jyotica Tangri with music composed by Vishal Mishra and lyrics penned by Raj Shekhar. 🔊🎶

Directed by Rosshan Andrrews, Deva boasts an impressive cast, including Pooja Hegde, Pavail Gulatie, Pravessh Rana, and Kubbra Sait. Produced by Siddharth Roy Kapur and Umesh KR Bansal, the film is all set to hit theaters on 31 January 2025! 🎬🍿

 

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EVENTS

 

Thai Poosam Kavady: A Sacred Festival of Devotion and Penance

Thai Poosam Kavady is one of the most significant Hindu festivals dedicated to Lord Murugan, the god of war, victory, and wisdom.

Celebrated primarily by Tamil Hindu communities in South Africa, India, Malaysia, and Mauritius, this festival is marked by acts of devotion, penance, and gratitude. Observed during the Tamil month of Thai (January-February) on the day of Poosam Nakshatra (star), it is a time when devotees seek blessings, purification, and the removal of obstacles in their lives.

The Significance of Thai Poosam

Thai Poosam is believed to commemorate the day when Goddess Parvati bestowed the Vel (divine spear) upon Lord Murugan, empowering him to defeat the demon Surapadman and restore cosmic balance. The festival represents the victory of good over evil and symbolizes faith, discipline, and spiritual growth.

Preparations and Rituals

1. Flag Hoisting (Kodiyetram)

The festival begins with the Kodiyetram (flag hoisting) at temples, marking the commencement of a ten-day fasting and purification period. The flag, often saffron or yellow, represents purity and devotion, and its hoisting signifies the spiritual awakening of devotees.

2. The 10-Day Fasting and Preparation

Leading up to the main event, devotees observe strict fasting, abstaining from meat, alcohol, and negative habits. Many follow a vegetarian diet, engage in daily temple visits, and offer prayers to Lord Murugan.

Fasting is considered an essential part of the festival, purifying the body and mind while fostering self-discipline and devotion. Some devotees take additional vows, such as sleeping on the floor, practicing silence, or engaging in continuous prayer and meditation.

3. The Kavady Offering

The central aspect of the festival is the Kavady procession, where devotees carry a Kavady—a beautifully decorated wooden structure, often in the shape of an arch, balanced on their shoulders. The Kavady is adorned with milk pots (Paalkudam), flowers, peacock feathers, and turmeric as an offering to Lord Murugan.

The act of carrying the Kavady represents self-sacrifice, humility, and surrender, symbolizing the burdens of life that devotees offer to the deity in return for his divine blessings.

Thai Poosam Kavady is more than just a festival; it is a spiritual journey that teaches patience, humility, and faith. It unites communities through devotion, with temples becoming centers of prayer, music, and cultural activities.

For many, participating in the festival is a life-changing experience, strengthening their faith in Lord Murugan and instilling a sense of inner peace and discipline.

Thai Poosam Kavady is a powerful expression of devotion, sacrifice, and gratitude to Lord Murugan. As devotees carry their Kavady and endure hardships in his name, they believe they are blessed with strength, wisdom, and protection.

May Lord Murugan shower his divine grace upon all his devotees, removing obstacles and guiding them toward spiritual enlightenment. "Vel Vel Muruga! Harohara!" 🙏🔥



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Nain Mataka from Baby John  claims the number one spot for the SECOND time!

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Catch our "Chartmaster", Sudesh Rajaram on Saturday between 1pm - 4pm to find out!



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