The Significance of Karwa Chauth
The festival of Karwa Chauth has both emotional and spiritual significance. Celebrated majorly in the northern regions of India, the festival is marked by a day-long fast, observed without water for many. On this day, women pray and fast for the health and prosperity of their husbands. They eat only after performing traditional rituals and worshiping the moon and their beloved.
Further, if we look deep into the meaning of the word ‘Karwa Chauth’, then the former part, referring to a small earthen pot, symbolizes peace and prosperity, and the latter denotes the fourth day after the full moon in the month of Kartik.
The essence of this festival remains rooted in love and prayer; it is worth noting that it has evolved into a social and cultural phenomenon, and one can thank Bollywood’s influence for the same.
Bollywood and Karwa Chauth trends
In Bollywood, there have been several iconic depictions of Karwa Chauth. The on-screen Karwa Chauth scenes in Bollywood are woven in romance with the thread of drama, which over the decades have had a great impact on society.
From ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ to ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’ to even ‘Animal’, the festival’s portrayal through songs and cinematic calligraphy showcases love, struggle, and more. Also, not to forget the fashion moments!
Bollywood’s Karwa Chauth celebration, off-screen festivities
Bollywood has almost erased the thin line between reel and real when it comes to Karwa Chauth celebration. Stars over the years have been embracing the festival with equal enthusiasm. Each year, social media lights up with pictures of stars dressed in festive red and gold attire, performing rituals with their partners. From Bhagyashree’s energetic dance performance on ‘Bijuria’ from ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, to intricate mehendi designs adorning celebrity hands, the 2025 celebrations have been no less than cinematic moments themselves.
Fashion also plays a central role in these celebrations. This year’s trends include velvet lehengas, mirror work sarees, and minimalist jewelry—striking a balance between tradition and modern glamour.
