In a moment of pure spiritual fervor, Bollywood actress Ada Sharma arrived at Haridwar’s iconic Sri Maha Mritunjaya Temple amid the hushed sanctity of Gupt Navratri. At Swami Awadheshanand Giri’s Harihar Ashram Vedic pathshala, she immersed herself in chanting the Mahishasura Mardini Stotra with dedicated students.
The enchanting scene was promptly shared by Ada on Instagram, where viewers witnessed her vibrant energy syncing with the youthful Vedic learners. ‘Gupt Navratri at Mritunjaya Temple Kankhal—chanting with Vedic students,’ she captioned the video, which quickly garnered admiration from followers.
Ada has built a reputation for sharing her pious journeys, often enlightening audiences on sacred traditions. She previously articulated Gupt Navratri’s true spirit: a period for tranquil tapasya and heartfelt bhakti, distinct from boisterous celebrations.
Narrating the mythological backdrop, Ada explained how overwhelmed by asuric forces and arrogance, the devas turned to Mahadev. He guided Mata Parvati to invoke her shakti covertly. Harnessing the esoteric knowledge of Dasha Mahavidyas, she eroded the shadows stealthily, as the demons faltered without genuine shraddha.
The Mother’s profound words at culmination: those chasing her in clamor find her sparingly, while silent seekers in devotion discover her wholly. This philosophy forms the cornerstone of Gupt Navratri observances.
Located in Bhagirathi Nagar, the temple honors Shiva and lies conveniently near Kankhal’s heart, about 5 km from Har Ki Pauri. The adjacent Harihar Ashram, on Ganga’s banks, upholds Juna Akhara traditions through rigorous Vedic training under Swami ji’s guidance.
This visit not only showcases Ada’s commitment to spirituality but also spotlights the temple’s role as a beacon for genuine sadhana, drawing seekers from across the nation.