Sara Ali Khan Asked To Prove Her Faith Before Visiting Badrinath, Kedarnath

MUMBAI -Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan has been asked to submit an affidavit if she wishes to seek blessings at the Badrinath and Kedarnath temples.

On March 17, Badri-Kedar Temple Committee Chairman Hemant Dwivedi spoke with the media and said that all non-Hindus will be required to submit an affidavit if they wish to seek blessings at the temples henceforth.

Dwivedi said that the submission of proof stating that devotees believe in Hinduism will be required from all non-Hindus.

Sara Ali Khan has maintained a consistent spiritual connection with Kedarnath Temple over the years, frequently visiting the shrine in the Himalayas. Her connection began during the filming of ‘Kedarnath’ in 2017, which marked her debut in Hindi cinema. Since then, she has returned almost annually, often during the temple’s open season between April and November.

Her visits typically involve trekking or helicopter travel to the high-altitude site, located at approximately 3,583 meters. She participates in standard temple rituals, including early morning darshan and offerings, without any official role or ceremonial privilege. These trips are usually personal and not tied to film promotions or brand activity.

Sara often documents parts of her visits on social media, showing the temple surroundings, snow-covered peaks, and her participation in prayers. The consistency of these visits has made Kedarnath a recurring element in her public appearances outside films. (IANS)