Category: Celebrations

Young Chefs Shine Bright as LuLu Funtura Hosts Thrilling Little Chef Finale

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LuLu Funtura Bengaluru Celebrates Young Culinary Talent at the 4th Edition of Little Chef Competition

Bengaluru, February 23, 2026: The vibrant atmosphere at LuLu Mall, Rajajinagar came alive with excitement, creativity, and youthful enthusiasm as LuLu Funtura hosted the grand finale of the 4th Edition of the Little Chef Competition 2026. Designed as a nurturing platform for budding culinary enthusiasts, the event showcased the remarkable skills of children passionate about cooking.

Open to participants aged between 8 and 15 years, the competition drew an impressive response with more than 300 young chefs stepping forward to demonstrate their gastronomic flair. Following multiple rounds of auditions and eliminations, 20 semi-finalists advanced, culminating in a highly competitive grand finale featuring the top 10 finalists – Nirvee Ashish, Kaira Jain, Sai Preetham D., Sumaiyah Shaikh, Nandakishan, Ahmed, Mayukh Nagaraju, Himanya, Kushal P., and Gyaan S. Kottari.

In the presence of proud parents and an esteemed judging panel comprising MasterChef India fame Mohammed Ashiq, Archana B.H., Varghese Thomas, and Chef Nanda Kumar, the finalists presented an impressive spectrum of dishes. From innovative starters to indulgent desserts, each creation reflected cultural diversity, originality, and a keen understanding of flavors and presentation.

Sai Preetham stood out with exceptional creativity, technique, and confidence, earning the coveted Little Chef title along with a trophy, certificate, and a cash prize of ₹50,000. Gyaan S. Kottari secured the first runner-up position with a cash prize of ₹25,000, while Mayukh Nagaraju was awarded the second runner-up title and a cash prize of ₹10,000.

Beyond competition, the initiative aimed to instill valuable life skills among children-encouraging responsibility, independence, and healthy lifestyle habits through the engaging medium of cooking.

Expressing his delight, Mohammed Ashiq shared that platforms like these play a vital role in discovering hidden culinary talent among children while nurturing their confidence and creativity. He noted that mentoring young chefs and guiding them toward exploring culinary careers is both meaningful and inspiring.

Echoing similar sentiments, Mr. Shereef K. K., Regional Director of LuLu Mall Bengaluru, emphasized that cooking is a life skill that blends creativity with discipline. He highlighted that the competition provided children with an opportunity to showcase not only their cooking abilities but also their imagination and passion.

The Little Chef Competition concluded as a vibrant celebration of learning, talent, and family engagement, once again reinforcing LuLu Funtura’s commitment to creating joyful, meaningful, and enriching experiences for the community.

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Pattabhisheka Utsav of revered saint Sri Raghavendra Swami was celebrated with religious fervour at the Nanjangud Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Jayanagar

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Bengaluru: The 405th Pattabhisheka Utsav of revered saint Sri Raghavendra Swami was celebrated with religious fervour at the Nanjangud Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Jayanagar 5th Block, Bengaluru. The programmes were organised under the directives of pontiff Sri Subudhendra Tirtha and conducted under the leadership of senior mutt administrator R.K. Vadindra Acharya.

As part of the celebrations, priests performed Sri Raghavendra Stotra and Ashtottara recitations followed by Sahasra Kalasha Ksheerabhisheka and Panchamruta Abhisheka to the Brindavana. The ceremonial inauguration featured the installation of the saint’s golden padukas on a golden throne accompanied by a floral shower, temple priest Nandakishore Acharya said.

The Brindavana was specially adorned with a Navaratna kavacha, fruit garlands and elaborate floral decorations. Thousands of devotees participated in the rituals and received anna prasada after the Maha Mangalarati.

Meanwhile, marking the 431st birth anniversary celebrations on February 24, a special Laksha Pushparchane will be performed by Sri Vishwaprasanna Tirtha at 11 am for universal welfare, organisers said. Devotees have been invited to participate and receive tirtha and blessings.

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Countdown Begins for 405th Pattabhisheka and 431st Jayanthi of Sri Raghavendra Swamiji

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Laksha Pushparchane to be Performed by Sri Vishwaprasanna Theertha of Udupi Pejawar Mutt

Bengaluru: Preparations are underway at the Nanjanagudu Sri Raghavendra Swamiji Mutt in Jayanagar 5th Block for the grand celebration of the 405th Pattabhisheka Mahotsava and the 431st Jayanthi of Sri Raghavendra Swamiji. The six-day spiritual event will be held from February 19 to 24 under the guidance of His Holiness Sri Subudhendra Theertha Sripadangalavaru, with administrative leadership by senior manager R.K. Vadindra Acharya.

Special rituals and religious programmes have been scheduled on all days of the celebrations. On February 19, marking the Pattabhisheka day, the festivities will commence at 7.00 am with Ashtottara Sahita Sahasra Kalasha Ksheerabhisheka to the Brindavana of Sri Raghavendra Swamiji. At 11.00 am, the Swarna Padukas of the saint will be ceremoniously placed on a golden throne, followed by a traditional Pattabhisheka ritual accompanied by a showering of flowers.

Mahamangalarati will be offered thereafter, and prasada (annasantarpane) will be served to thousands of devotees. Evening programmes will include religious discourses, devotional singing, and cultural presentations.

On February 24, commemorating the Jayanthi, a special Laksha Pushparchane will be offered at 11.30 am to the Brindavana of Sri Raghavendra Swamiji for universal welfare. At the request of Sri Subudhendra Theertha, the ritual will be performed by His Holiness Sri Vishwaprasanna Theertha of Udupi Pejawar Mutt. The announcement was made by Sri Nandakishore Acharya.

Devotees wishing to participate in the various sevas during the celebrations may register online through WhatsApp at 9449133929. Participants will receive Shesha Vastra, Phala Mantrakshate and other prasada as blessings of Sri Raghavendra Swamiji.
Cultural programmes form an integral part of the celebrations. On February 19, “Dasavani” will be presented by Yogashree and troupe, while on February 24, students of Natya Shankara Nrityalaya will stage a Bharatanatyam performance. Daily evening bhajans by various devotional groups and pravachanas by scholars are also scheduled.

For further details, devotees may contact: 080-22443962, 9449133929, 9945429129 or 8660349906.

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Veteran Actress Tara Anuradha Offers Prayers at Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt

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Bengaluru: Veteran Kannada film actress Smt. Tara Anuradha offered special prayers at the Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, Nanjangud branch, located in Jayanagar 5th Block, on Thursday.

The religious programmes were conducted as per the directions of Paramapujya Sri 1008 Sri Subudhendra Teertha Sripadangalavaru, under the leadership of the senior administrator of the mutt, Sri R.K. Vadindracharya. As part of the Thursday rituals dedicated to Sri Raghavendra Swamy, Panchamrita Abhisheka, Kanakabhisheka, special alankara, Maha Mangalarati, and annadana seva were performed with devotion.

Smt. Tara Anuradha visited the sanctum, offered her prayers, lit the ceremonial lamps, and received the Maha Mangalarati. She also partook in the annasantarpana maha prasada, thereby seeking the blessings of Sri Raghavendra Swamy.

Speaking on the occasion, the temple priest Sri Nandakishoracharya said that the actress was blessed by the grace of Guru Raghavendra through her participation in the religious observances.

On behalf of the mutt, administrator Sri R.K. Vadindracharya honoured Smt. Tara Anuradha with phala, mantrakshate, and presented her with an invitation for the upcoming Guru Raghavendra Swamy Pattabhisheka and Janmotsava celebrations, conveying his blessings.

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Faith and Tradition Come Alive at Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Jayanagar

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Special prayers, annadanam and cultural offerings were held at the Nanjangud Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, located in Jayanagar Fifth Block, on February 5. The religious programmes were organised under the guidance of Paramapujya Sri 1008 Sri Subudhendra Tirtha Sripadangal, and conducted under the leadership of the mutt’s senior administrator R.K. Vadindracharya.

Morning rituals included Panchamrita Abhisheka, Kanakabhisheka, special alankara and Maha Mangalarati to Sri Raghavendra Swamy, followed by annadanam for devotees.

In the evening, Rathotsava and Gajavahanotsava were held with devotional fervour. Other religious observances such as Ashtavadhana and Tottillu Puja were also performed. As part of the cultural programme, Vidushi Smt. Meenakshi Prasad, along with her disciples from Bhava Noopura Dance School, presented a devotional dance offering.

The details of the programme were shared by Sri Nandakishore Achar.

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