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Entertainment
Four Films That Portray Chhath Puja’s Faith, Family and Tradition
✍️ Livemint
🗓 16 Nov 2026, 01:46 AM
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Livemint highlights four Indian movies that weave the rituals and emotions of Chhath Puja into their narratives.
Livemint's cultural feature draws attention to the way Indian cinema has portrayed Chhath Puja, a major Hindu festival observed in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and other regions.
The article lists four films that integrate the festival’s rituals—such as the sunrise offering (Arghya), the communal fasting, and the riverbank prayers—into their storylines, showing how faith and family intertwine.
By selecting both older classics and recent releases, the piece demonstrates the enduring appeal of Chhath Puja as a narrative device that resonates with audiences across generations.
The coverage underscores cinema’s role in preserving and popularising regional traditions, inviting viewers to experience the cultural richness of the festival through the silver screen.
The article lists four films that integrate the festival’s rituals—such as the sunrise offering (Arghya), the communal fasting, and the riverbank prayers—into their storylines, showing how faith and family intertwine.
By selecting both older classics and recent releases, the piece demonstrates the enduring appeal of Chhath Puja as a narrative device that resonates with audiences across generations.
The coverage underscores cinema’s role in preserving and popularising regional traditions, inviting viewers to experience the cultural richness of the festival through the silver screen.