Shilpa Shetty celebrated Naga Panchami in a heartfelt way by visiting a temple alongside her mother, Sunanda Shetty, where they offered prayers to Naga Daiva. For Shilpa, this occasion was more than just a festival; it served as a gentle reminder of her roots and the traditions that have shaped her life.
As a proud Mangalorean from the Bunt community, Shilpa has often shared her deep connection to her heritage. The worship of Naga Daiva holds a significant place in her family, and she took to social media to share moments from their temple visit. Through her post, Shilpa conveyed how these cherished traditions keep her linked to her ancestors and family. For her, upholding these customs is a way to stay grounded in the values she learned during her upbringing, even as she navigates a life that feels worlds apart from her childhood.
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She also took a moment to wish everyone celebrating Naga Panchami and expressed her gratitude for being able to carry on a tradition that has been woven into her family’s history for generations.
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Aug 18, 2026Interestingly, Shilpa wasn’t the only Mangalorean star feeling nostalgic this year. Her Dhadkan co-star, Suniel Shetty, also reflected on his childhood in Mulki, Mangalore, and performed the Naga Dev pooja.
For Suniel, Naga Panchami stirred up fond memories of home and the traditions he grew up with. He described the festival as a beautiful representation of faith, family values, and the enduring connection people maintain with their roots.
Both Shilpa and Suniel shared more than just festive cheer this year; their posts highlighted how certain traditions remain profoundly personal, even when people move away from their hometowns and create lives in entirely different environments. For Shilpa, celebrating Naga Panchami with her mother added an extra layer of significance to the occasion.
