Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Salman Khan Performs Aarti With Parents Salim–Salma Khan & 5 Siblings at Galaxy Apartment Celebration
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Salman Khan joins parents Salim–Salma Khan and 5 siblings for aarti at Galaxy Apartments, marking a grand family celebration
Salman Khan took part in the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. On Wednesday night, he shared an endearing video on his Instagram without any caption.
In the video, Salman Khan’s mother Salma Khan is seen performing aarti, followed by his father Salman Khan.
Dressed in a black shirt and beige pants, Salman Khan, then, performed the ritual.
With a Ganapati song playing in the background, Arbaaz Khan, Alvira Khan, Atul Agnihotri, Alizeh Agnihotri also performed aarti.
Joining the bandwagon were Arpita Khan–Aayush Sharma with their two children Ayat and Ahil. Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza, who share a close bond with the Khans, joined the celebrations with their two sons.
The video ends with zooming in on the idol of Ganapati. The celebrations took place at Arpita Khan’s Mumbai house.
Salman was last seen in AR Murugadoss’ Sikandar. The actor will play an Indian Army soldier in Apoorva Lakhia-directed Battle of Galwan next.
Currently, Salman is hosting the reality TV show Bigg Boss 19. Taking a digital route dominance, the show streams on Jio Hotstar at 9 pm and airs on Colours at 10.30 pm.
Talking about the show, Salman said in a statement, “I have been a part of Bigg Boss for a very long time now and as we all know, Bigg Boss reinvents the game every year, aur iss baar, it is gharwalo ki sarkar. And when too many people start pulling the strings, it’s bound to get messy. That’s when the cracks show, and the house turns into a warzone. After all these years, I can honestly say I’m just as kicked as you are to see how it all plays out.”
The festive spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 lit up Mumbai once again, and this year, superstar Salman Khan and his family were at the heart of the celebrations. The Khan family, known for its warmth and unity, gathered at their iconic Galaxy Apartments residence to perform the traditional Ganpati aarti together.
What made the occasion even more special was Salman Khan performing the aarti alongside his parents, Salim Khan and Salma Khan, and his siblings, turning the moment into a visual treat for fans and devotees alike.
As the sound of chants and devotional music filled the air, Salman Khan was seen holding the aarti plate with reverence, dressed in simple yet festive attire. Standing by his side were his father, veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, and mother Salma Khan, along with his brothers Arbaaz Khan, Sohail Khan, and Alvira Agnihotri. Sister Arpita Khan Sharma also joined with husband Aayush Sharma and their children, making it a complete family gathering of faith and tradition.
The presence of the entire Khan family together for the ritual added emotional depth to the celebration. Fans outside Galaxy Apartments cheered and chanted as glimpses of the aarti circulated across social media.
Although Salman Khan comes from a Muslim background, the family has celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi for decades, showcasing India’s true spirit of religious harmony. The superstar has often spoken about how Ganpati celebrations hold sentimental value for the Khan household, a tradition started years ago by his sister Arpita.
Every year, the family welcomes Lord Ganesha into their home with grandeur and devotion, and Salman himself actively takes part in the rituals. Videos of him carrying the idol during visarjan or performing aarti have always gone viral, and this year was no different.
As soon as pictures and videos of the Khan family aarti surfaced, social media was abuzz with reactions. Fans praised Salman Khan’s devotion and simplicity, while many applauded the family for upholding cultural traditions. Hashtags like #GaneshChaturthi2025, #SalmanKhan, and #GalaxyApartments began trending on platforms such as Twitter and Instagram.
One user wrote: “Salman Bhai’s Ganpati aarti with family is always a blessing to watch. True symbol of unity in diversity!” Another added: “Khan family’s celebrations are bigger than any Bollywood event.”
Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai has always been a glittering affair, with Bollywood stars welcoming Lord Ganesha into their homes. From Shah Rukh Khan to Shilpa Shetty, many celebrities shared glimpses of their celebrations. Yet, the Khan family’s aarti stood out for its grandeur, emotional warmth, and the star power of Salman Khan.
With fans gathered outside Galaxy Apartments and millions more watching online, the celebration felt less like a private ritual and more like a festival for all.
