Devotees of Lord Ayyappa observe Deeksha, a 41 days fast before visiting the Sabarimala temple in Kerala. The fasting highlights the significance of abstinence and austerity, during which devotees wear Ayyappa mala and black clothes, walk barefoot, chant hymns, observe chastity, avoid cutting/shaving hair and remain harmless in principle before visiting the temple. From Amitabh Bachchan to Ajay Devgn and Ram Charan, many celebs too have embarked on this spiritual journey.
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