Onam 2023: Kerala’s auspicious harvest festival is here and the Malayali community has taken over India with their exuberant festivities. From the beautiful Pookkalam to the thrilling Vallamkali, the celebrations have begun as the 11-day festival is about to end. Taking to social media, the netizens shared how they are celebrating the harvest festival.
Onam is an annual Indian harvest festival, that is celebrated mainly by the Hindu Keralites. The festivities include the famous boat race called Vallamkali, rituals of making floral designs called Pookkalam, performances by men popularly known as Pulikali, dance celebrations, and more.
Taking to the internet, people shared their videos of celebrating Onam.
“Thiruvona dawn spreads the smile of happiness by arranging colorful flowers. Onam wishes,” wished a user.
Some netizens also shared videos of them dancing to Tamannaah Bhatia’s popular song ‘Kaavaalaa’ from Rajinikanth’s blockbuster film ‘Jailer’.
“Ending season of jhumka,” wrote a second netizen.
“Special Dance,” said a third.
“The day the Onam exams are over, it is the rush to reach home. Your mother went home with a bag full of snacks and one crore for grandmother... When you run past the staircase, first check whether there is a flower bouquet in the tea room without even ignoring the grandmother waiting on the veranda. Unni before the hot tea was completed,” wrote a fourth netizen who recalled the celebration's vibes at their homes.
“Wonderful way to celebrate Happy Onam,” said a fifth and shared a beautiful video of women dancing during the celebration.
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This year, the festival is being celebrated from August 20 to August 31. The celebrations of the last three days began on August 29. The annual festival marks the homecoming of King Mahabali. According to the belief, the beloved ruler was sent to the netherworld by Lord Vishnu.