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A stage set for a satsang with a large ornate golden throne (peetha) at centre, topped by a golden canopy. A seated figure in white dhoti and shawl with a beaded necklace sits on the throne. Five people in white ritual clothes sit on the orange carpet before it: two men at left, one in white with a bare upper body and a seated priest in white, and three women in white and yellow saris to the right, along with a man holding a bell or lamp. Flanking the stage are brass oil lamps (lamps) and tall gold-topped poles with triangular banners. Dark blue curtains hang at the sides, with white-and-black decorative streamers and orange drapes behind. A backdrop shows a temple pillar and deity imagery. The floor is reflective. Figure identity is not established by appearance.

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A stage set for a satsang: a long-haired man in white robes and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold throne with a gold umbrella canopy, backed by a temple-gate photo backdrop and orange drapes with white tassels. Two shaved-headed men in white and one in orange sit on the orange-carpeted stage at the throne's base, and three women in white saris sit to the right with orange and purple cloths. A man in white with a gold necklace and a man in orange with a mala sit at a microphone and stand on the left, with brass lamps and a golden flag beside them. The man on the throne has long hair, a white dhoti and shawl, and a rudraksha mala, which is a distinctive cue of the presentation; this is an appearance-based candidate only.2011-02-12A seated man in white ritual clothing with a red and white beaded necklace sits on an ornate gold throne with a gold canopy and orange cushions, on an orange-carpeted stage. Two shaved-headed men in white dhotis and a woman in white sari sit on the floor before the throne, with brass oil lamps and flower offerings at its base. Orange drapes, a black backdrop with white ribbon decorations, and flower garlands frame the stage, with brass lamp stands and ceremonial flags at the sides. The seated figure appears to be a Swamiji (probable), identified by long swept-back hair, a rudraksha-style necklace and the throne setting, while the others are devotees seated in a satsang setting.2011-02-12A man in a white dhoti and white shawl sits on an ornate gold throne under a gold canopy, wearing a red and white beaded mala and gold necklace, with his right hand raised in a teaching gesture. Five people in white and cream clothes sit on the orange-carpeted stage before him, several with shaved heads and white dhotis, some holding brass plates and offerings. Two brass oil lamps flank the throne, a kalasha-like vessel and flower garlands decorate the stage, and a microphone stands at left. Orange drapes, black curtains with white streamers and a painted temple backdrop frame the scene.2011-02-12A photograph of a seated man on an ornate gold throne (peetha) under a gold canopy, dressed in white with a red-and-white beaded necklace and a red mark on his forehead, hands folded in his lap. Before the throne sit two shaven-headed men in white dhotis, one bare-chested with a sacred thread, and four women in white and yellow saris with flowers in their hair, seated on the orange-carpeted stage. Brass lamps stand at the sides, orange drapes and a floral garland frame the backdrop, and silver plates hold offerings.2011-02-12Photograph of a padapuja-style ceremony on an orange-carpeted stage. A man in white dhoti and white shawl with a beaded necklace sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion and golden canopy, in front of a large printed backdrop of a stone temple gateway. Several people in white and cream saris and orange-and-white garments sit on the floor before the throne, some holding plates or offerings. On the left, a man in orange robes with gold-trimmed shawl sits behind a microphone reading from papers. Gold oil lamps stand on either side of the throne, and dark blue curtains frame the stage.2011-01-28A seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate golden throne with a golden umbrella canopy, centred before a painted temple-gateway backdrop. Around the dais, devotees sit on mats: a row of men in white dhotis and orange shawls at left, and women in cream and yellow saris and a few in white, some holding small items, facing the throne. Oil lamps and brass vessels rest on the floor, and a white pedestal fan stands at right. The setting appears to be a satsang hall. The figure on the throne is a person candidate, identified by the saffron robe and rudraksha mala, though the appearance is only partly distinctive; the throne and white-clad devotees are not themselves identifying cues.2010-11-10A photograph of a satsang on a raised stage. A man with long dark hair, wearing a white dhoti and shawl, a rudraksha mala and a gold necklace, sits on an ornate gold throne under a gold canopy, one hand raised in blessing. Five people sit on the floor before him: two shaved-headed men in white dhotis, one bare-chested with sacred markings, and three women in white saris with yellow borders. Brass oil lamps stand at both sides, with trays of flowers, kumkum and offerings on the orange floor. Orange drapes, garlands and white and dark-blue striped banners frame the backdrop, which shows a temple-style arch. A visible sign reads Nithyananda Paramashivam.2011-02-12A seated man in white dhoti and shawl, with a rudraksha mala and gold necklace, sits on an ornate gold throne with lion-shaped armrests under a golden canopy, raising one hand in a teaching gesture. Orange drapes, garlands and striped white-and-black banners frame the stage. Before him, four people sit on the floor: two shaved-headed priests in white dhotis, and two women in white saris, with brass lamps and trays of offerings in front. A microphone stands at the left edge. The scene resembles a satsang or discourse. The throned figure's appearance is consistent with the Swamiji description, with long hair, rudraksha mala, and gold necklace, so the candidate is probable.2011-02-12November 05 20102010-11-05A stage event with a seated man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala on an ornate gold throne with a gold canopy above it. Dark blue drapery hangs behind the stage, and brass lamps stand on either side. Seated in front on an orange cloth, a man in white dhoti with a bare upper body and a woman in a white sari with a striped border kneel or sit in devotion. Another woman in white sari sits at right, and a man in a white shirt sits near the throne. At left, a man in white with a cream turban and a beaded necklace sits beside a microphone stand. Papers and flower offerings lie on the stage, with a fan at the right. The man on the throne has long hair and is wearing a rudraksha mala and orange garments. a person is seated on the throne and wears orange robes and a rudraksha mala, with a gold canopy above him.2011-02-27A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold throne with a red cushioned seat and a golden canopy, dressed in saffron-orange robes with a rudraksha mala and gold necklace. Before the throne, several people sit on orange floor mats: a girl in green, young women in white and cream dress, and boys in white dhotis with yellow and red borders. Brass oil lamps, bells and a metal offering plate stand on the platform, and gold-and-red ceremonial umbrellas flank the stage. The backdrop shows a painted temple pillar scene. The figure's identity is uncertain from appearance alone.2011-02-11A photograph of a satsang on an orange-carpeted stage under a dark ceiling. A man in white robes with long dark hair, a rudraksha mala and a red-and-gold necklace sits on an ornate gold throne with a gold canopy, raising one hand in a gesture of teaching. Six people sit on the floor before him: two shaved-headed men in white dhotis and two women in white saris with gold borders and one in yellow, plus a sixth figure. Brass oil lamps stand on each side of the throne, with orange drapes, black curtains, white streamers, and a decorated pennant on each side. Behind the throne hangs a banner of a temple gopuram. Silver offering plates rest on the floor. The page is consistent with the satsang setting.2011-02-12