Mumbai: It is the time of the year where one can dance like no one is watching, alongside others similarly inclined. As Navratri festival kicks off today, revellers across Mumbai are upbeat about putting their best foot forward. The Free Press Journal brings you five of the best places to seek out over the next few days. The nine-day festival will conclude on October 18, with the celebration of Dussehra on the following day.
NAVRATRI UTSAV
Arguably the biggest Navratri in the country, Falguni Pathak is known as ‘the Dandiya Queen’ and famous for singing memorable Gujarati songs.
8Venue: Shri Pramod Mahajan Sports Complex, Borivli (West)
8Attraction: Lucky draw winner gets a car, while others get holiday vouchers
8Price: Daily passes from Rs 700 to Rs 1,000; season pass: Rs 3,600
NAIDU CLUB NAVRATRI
It is one of the oldest Navratri events in Borivli. Nilesh Thakkar, the lead singer of the group, is a Gujarati singer famous for his traditional songs.
8Venue: Kora Kendra Grounds, Borivli (W)
8Attraction: 10 scooters for winners
8Price: Daily passes from Rs 450 onwards; season pass: Rs 3,150
JAI HO AND MEERA’S NAVRATRI UTSAV
The Preeti-Pinky duo has been striking a chord with Borivli people for 18 years. They also sing a Bollywood song, which is said to be their claim to fame.
8Venue: Kutchi Grounds, Off Link Road, Borivli (W)
8Attraction: Bollywood-themed live performance
8Price: Starting from Rs 330 onwards; season pass: Rs 1,770
RADIANCE DANDIYA
The five-star hotel near the airport promises a five-star experience for garba enthusiasts. The event is open to all. Celebrations to go on till 1.30am, with secured parking for the audience.
8Venue: Hotel Sahara Star, Vile Parle (E)
8Attraction: Cruise/resort stays for contest winners
8Price: Daily passes from Rs 800 onwards
SHREE FORT LEUVA PATIDDAR MITRA MANDAL NAVRATRI
The only non-commercial group on the list, this event is organised by around 1,000 shopowner members of the Fort Merchants’ Welfare Association.
8Venue: Kutch Visa Oswal Samaj Waadi, Masjidbandar
8Attraction: Dresses especially brought from Kutch
8Price: Free
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