Archive · 17 Aug 2026
Shilpa Shetty, Suniel Shetty Celebrate Naga Panchami with Prayers
Naga Panchami is a special festival where people pray to the snake god.
Two famous actors from India, Shilpa Shetty and Suniel Shetty, celebrated this day.
Shilpa went to a temple with her mom, Sunanda Shetty, to say prayers.
She shared pictures of her visit on social media.
Shilpa said she grew up in Mangalore and has always respected the snake god.
She feels this tradition connects her to her family and ancestors.
Suniel also shared a video of himself praying on Instagram.
He said the festival reminds him of his home in Mulki, Mangalore.
Both actors believe the festival is about faith, family values, and staying close to their roots.
Shilpa Shetty offered prayers to Naga Daiva at a temple with her mother, Sunanda Shetty, on Naga Panchami.
She shared glimpses of her visit on social media, describing herself as a Bunt from Mangalore.
Shilpa said Naga Daiva worship connects her to her roots, ancestors, and a lineage believed to protect progeny and family.
Suniel Shetty, her 'Dhadkan' co-star who is also from Mangalore, posted a clip of himself performing Naga Dev pooja on Instagram.
Suniel said Naga Panchami reminds him of home, as growing up in Mulki, Mangalore, Naga Dev was part of his family's traditions.
- Who
- Actors Shilpa Shetty and Suniel Shetty, along with Shilpa's mother Sunanda Shetty
- What
- Offered prayers and shared social media posts to celebrate Naga Panchami
- When
- On the auspicious occasion of Naga Panchami
- Where
- At a temple in Mumbai for Shilpa, and via Instagram for Suniel; both trace their roots to Mangalore
- Why
- To honor traditions that connect them to their roots, ancestors, and family lineage
- Festival
- Naga Panchami
- Shilpa Shetty's heritage
- Bunt from Mangalore
- Suniel Shetty's hometown
- Mulki, Mangalore
- Shilpa's mother
- Sunanda Shetty
- Shilpa's films mentioned
- Apne, Sukhee
- Suniel's films mentioned
- Dhadkan, Hera Pheri
- Platform used
- Instagram / social media