Anna Lezhneva, wife of Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and actor Pawan Kalyan, visited the historic Bhadrakali Temple in Warangal on Tuesday. Upon her arrival, she was accorded a traditional and warm welcome by the temple trustees and priests. Her visit drew significant local attention as she participated in various rituals at one of the oldest and most revered shrines in the Telangana region.
During her visit, Lezhneva first offered prayers to Adi Shankaracharya and Vallabha Ganapathi before heading to the main sanctum to seek the blessings of Goddess Bhadrakali. She performed special pujas under the guidance of the chief priests. The serene atmosphere of the temple provided a spiritual backdrop as she spent time engaging in the religious ceremonies conducted for the well-being and prosperity of the family.
Following the rituals, the head priest, Venkata Nagaraju Sharma, and Vedic scholar Pradeep Kumar Sharma offered her the Ashirvachanam (sacred blessings) in the temple mandapam. She was presented with the Goddess’s Seshavastram (sacred cloth) and Teertha Prasadam as a mark of respect. Her visit highlights her continued connection to local traditions and cultural landmarks amidst the high-profile political and cinematic life of her husband.
