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Time of India
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
How to do Sawan Puja to Solve Life Problems
How to do Sawan Puja to Solve Life Problems - Puja Vidhi The holy month of Sawan (Shravan) has already started, and we all know how special this month is for Lord Shiva . By performing the right puja during this month can bring blessings and remove many life problems like health issues, marriage delays, career blockages, or financial troubles. But many of us still feel confused about how to do the puja properly. Let's understand from Mahi Kashyap, Founder and CEO of Vedic Meet, how Sawan can become your problem-solving month if you follow a simple and easy puja method. Why Sawan is Important According to Shiv Puran In Shiv Puran, it is said that when Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean) happened, poison (Halahal) came out. Lord Shiva drank the poison to save the universe. This event happened in the month of Shravan (Sawan). Since then, devotees offer water, milk, and bilva patra (belpatra) to cool down Lord Shiva and thank him. It is also mentioned that whoever worships Lord Shiva in this month with a clean heart and proper rituals, their sins are removed, and wishes are fulfilled. Can Sawan Really Solve Life Problems? Yes, if you worship Lord Shiva with the right method in Sawan, you can feel big changes in your life. Your health, career, relationship, and money problems can all start to improve. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo You don't need anything expensive or big. Just a simple puja done with faith can bring miracles. Let's now look at a very easy and powerful puja vidhi (ritual) that anyone can do at home or in a temple. Step-by-Step Simple Sawan Puja Vidhi : 1. Wake Up Early (Best Time: Brahma Muhurat - around 4:06 AM) If you cannot wake up this early, do your puja soon after sunrise. Avoid doing it too late in the day. 2. Take a Bath and Wear Clean White or Light-Coloured Clothes Sit in a quiet place or in front of a Shivling (at home or temple). First, calm your mind and focus. 3. Start the Puja Like This: Offer Gangajal or normal clean water on the Shivling. Then offer Panchamrit (milk, curd, honey, ghee, and sugar). Wash again with Gangajal or clean water. 4. Offer the Following Items to Lord Shiva: Bael (Bel) leaves Dhatura and Bhang White sandalwood paste Fresh flowers and Rice (Akshat) According to shiv puran, While performing the ritual, keep chanting: If you're male, chant: 'Om Namah Shivay' If you're female, chant: 'Namah Shivay' 5. Chant the Mantras Based on Your Problem: For general problems: Chant Om Namah Shivay. For health or protection issues: Chant Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra. 6. Light a Ghee Diya (Lamp) This brings good energy and peace in the house. Light dhoop (incense) to purify the space. Close your eyes and share your wish with Lord Shiva from the heart. Remedies for Specific Problems in Sawan: As per astrologers of Vedic Meet, the month of Sawan can bring real solutions to life's problems when puja is done the right way with full faith in Lord Shiva. For Relationship Issues: Worship Lord Shiva with Goddess Parvati. Keep a Monday fast (Somwar Vrat). For Marriage Delays: On Mondays, offer milk, belpatra, and haldi (turmeric) on Shivling. It helps remove blockages in marriage. For Career Blockages: While doing Jal Abhishek , chant Om Namah Shivay with focus. For Money Problems: Jal Abhishek with Panchamrit. Donate white clothes and white food items. Donation of white things reduces financial stress. For Nazar or Frequent Illness: Offer black sesame (kale til) and cloves (laung) on Shivling. Do this every Monday during Sawan. This simple Sawan puja method is easy to do and can be followed by anyone. You do not need costly items. Lord Shiva only wants your faith, honesty, and love. If you follow this method regularly during Sawan, your life can really change. All you need is a pure heart and trust in Lord Shiva. Discover everything about astrology at Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces . Read your detailed Horoscope Today and Horoscope Tomorrow here.
India Today
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Dipika Chikhlia on Arun Govil playing Dashrath in Ramayana: Really out of context
Actor Dipika Chikhlia recently reacted to Arun Govil's casting in Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana'. She emphasised on the perception around her 'Ramayan' co-star playing Dashrath in the upcoming Ranbir Kapoor-Sai Pallavi-starrer in a recent interview with The Times of India, reflected on Govil's on-screen image as he played Lord Ram in Ramanand Sagar's 1987 television show. She said, "To see him in a role apart from Ram I don't know."advertisementThe 'Ramayan' actor further said, "I mean, see — I have seen him as Ram and I've seen myself as Sita. For me to see him as Dashrath is really a little out of context. But then I guess that's really his choice. It's very personal as to how people feel. It's very difficult to break images. I mean, if you played Ram, then you are Ram." Chikhlia also highlighted that it would be challenging for her to play any other 'Ramayan' character after portraying Goddess Sita on-screen. "I was never approached. I guess they've not even bothered to speak to me about it. Once I played Sita, I don't think I can play any other character in Ramayan. It's something I'm not sure about," she went on."If I was doing something in 'Mahabharat' or 'Shiv Puran', I could still give it a thought, but not in a 'Ramayana' film," the actor video here: The first glimpse of 'Ramayana' was recently released with the partial revelation of Ranbir's appearance as Rama and Yash as the demon king three-minute, three-second video of 'Ramayana' depicts a mystical era governed by the cosmic trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. The narrative then follows the confrontation between Rama and Raavana, as the evil force threatens universal upcoming film also features Sunny Deol, Kajal Aggarwal, Vijay Sethupathi, Lara Dutta, Anil Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh and others in key roles.'Ramayana Part 1' is set for a global release during Diwali 2026, with Part 2 following in Diwali 2027.- EndsTrending Reel
Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Dipika Chikhlia isn't sure about Arun Govil playing Dasarath in new Ramayana: ‘I can't play anything other than Sita'
Actor Arun Govil and Dipika Chikhlia are still remembered for their portrayal of Lord Rama and Sita in Ramanand Sagar's 1987 television series Ramayan. Now, Arun is all set to essay the role of King Dashrath in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana. In an interview with Times of India, Dipika reacted to Arun's casting, calling it out of context. Dipika Chikhlia reacts to Arun Govil's casting in Ramayana. Dipika Chikhlia says Arun Govil's casting as Dashrath is out of context Dipika spoke about Arun playing Dashrath in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, where Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama, and said, "To see him in a role apart from Ram… I don't know, I mean, see — I have seen him as Ram and I've seen myself as Sita. For me to see him as Dashrath is really a little out of context. But then I guess that's really his choice. It's very personal as to how people feel. It's very difficult to break images. I mean, if you played Ram, then you are Ram.' She further added that had she been approached for the film, she wouldn't be comfortable playing any other character, and said, "I was never approached. I guess they've not even bothered to speak to me about it. Once I played Sita, I don't think I can play any other character in Ramayan. It's something I'm not sure about. If I was doing something in Mahabharat or Shiv Puran, I could still give it a thought, but not in a Ramayana film." About Ramayana Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. The film is set to release in two parts, with the first installment hitting cinemas on Diwali 2026 and the second on Diwali 2027. Earlier, in a conversation with Hindustan Times, the film's producer Namit Malhotra said he wants the film to be celebrated like Oppenheimer. He said, "I'm keen to not just make India proud but excite the world about Indian storytelling and really celebrate global cinema together. It's not like we don't like Hollywood films. It's not like we don't see an Oppenheimer and have a great feeling, or a Forrest Gump, or any of these, you know, landmark films. Their stories are universal. I believe this is universal too. This is that opportunity that I believe I'm pretty fortunate to have received in my life, and I hope I can deliver."
NDTV
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Dipika Chikhlia On Arun Govil's Casting As Dasharath In Ramayana: "You Played Lord Rama, Then You..."
New Delhi: Veteran actress Dipika Chikhlia, known for her iconic role as Sita in Ramanand Sagar's TV series Ramayan, has shared her thoughts on Arun Govil's casting as Dasharath in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film. Dipika admitted that she finds it difficult to relate Arun to any other character in Ramayana, as he previously portrayed the role of Lord Ram in the 1987 series. In an interview with Etimes, Dipika Chikhlia said, "To see him in a role apart from Ram… I don't know, I mean, see — I have seen him as Ram and I've seen myself as Sita. For me to see him as Dasarath is really a little out of context. She added, "But then I guess that's really his choice. It's very personal as to how people feel. It's very difficult to break images. I mean, if you played Ram, then you are Ram.' Dipika Chikhlia revealed that she was not approached for any role in Nitesh Tiwari's adaptation of the epic. She said, 'I was never approached. I guess they've not even bothered to speak to me about it." Claiming that she would have rejected the role anyway, Dipika added, "Once I played Sita, I don't think I can play any other character in Ramayan. It's something I'm not sure about. If I was doing something in Mahabharat or Shiv Puran, I could still give it a thought, but not in a Ramayana film.' Ramayana: Part I features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravana and Sai Pallavi as Sita. Sunny Deol plays Lord Hanuman, whereas Ravi Dubey will be seen in the role of Lakshman. Produced by Namit Malhotra in association with Yash, Ramayana is slated for a two-part release. Part 1 will release on Diwali 2026, whereas Part 2 will hit the theatres on Diwali 2027.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive: Ramayan's Dipika Chikhlia on Arun Govil playing Dasarath in Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus Ramayana; says ‘To see him in a role apart from Ram…'
As director Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana gears up to be one of the biggest cinematic spectacles, the first look of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram has sparked immense nostalgia. For millions, Ramanand Sagar's 1987 Ramayan remains the most iconic retelling — and Dipika Chikhlia and Arun Govil, its eternal Sita and Ram. Speaking exclusively to Times of India TV, Dipika reflected on this deep association, especially in light of Arun Govil now being cast as King Dasarath in the upcoming film. 'To see him in a role apart from Ram… I don't know, I mean, see — I have seen him as Ram and I've seen myself as Sita. For me to see him as Dasarath is really a little out of context,' Dipika admitted candidly. 'But then I guess that's really his choice. It's very personal as to how people feel. It's very difficult to break images. I mean, if you played Ram, then you are Ram.' She also revealed that she was not approached for any role in the new adaptation. 'I was never approached. I guess they've not even bothered to speak to me about it,' she said. Dipika added that she wouldn't feel comfortable taking on any role within the Ramayana again. 'Once I played Sita, I don't think I can play any other character in Ramayan. It's something I'm not sure about. If I was doing something in Mahabharat or Shiv Puran, I could still give it a thought, but not in a Ramayana film.' Dipika Chikhlia's portrayal of Sita remains a benchmark of grace and devotion. Her performance left such a lasting impression that she continues to be celebrated as a living embodiment of Sita Maa by fans even today.
