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A stage set with a large golden throne (peetha) shaped like a lotus canopy, flanked by golden side panels. On the throne sits a framed photograph of a figure in orange robes with a white bead necklace, seated in meditation, with marigold garlands around the frame and red and yellow flowers in vases on either side. A starry blue-and-purple cosmic backdrop fills the screen behind, with a blue projected figure of a bearded man with palms pressed together at left. At left stage, a seated man in white clothing and a yellow turban speaks into a microphone at a small table. Tripod-mounted cameras stand in front of the stage.

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Photograph of a puja or satsang stage set before a deep blue starry backdrop with a painted figure of a sage with hands in anjali mudra. A large golden lotus-petal arch rises behind a golden throne draped with marigold garlands, on which a framed photograph shows a figure in orange robes with a rudraksha mala seated before a tree, raising one hand. A man in a cream turban and white garment sits at a small table with a microphone, and a tripod-mounted camera stands in front. A seated devotee in the foreground is partly visible at the bottom edge, and a golden urn-like pot sits at the stage's right side.2011-07-29A stage set for a ritual session with a large cosmic backdrop of deep blue and purple starfields and a glowing nebula, with a faint blue figure of a sage with hands in anjali at left. Centre stage is an ornate golden throne with a gold lotus-shaped canopy, red cushions and a framed portrait of a saffron-robed figure seated in meditation, garlanded with marigolds and flanked by vases of red flowers and a basket of fruit. A man in white dhoti and white kurta with a light cap sits at left at a low table, speaking into a microphone. In the foreground a person in white dhoti and yellow cloth stands with his back to the camera, holding a phone, beside a tripod-mounted video camera. Black monitors and a red-draped table fill the lower foreground.2011-07-30A stage with a golden ornate throne at centre, behind which stands a framed portrait of a man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala, seated in meditation pose, the frame draped with marigold and multicolour flower garlands. A large blue starry backdrop shows a golden lotus at top right and a blue figure with hands in anjali mudra. At left, a seated man in white dhoti and shawl with a gold-coloured turban and rudraksha mala speaks into a microphone beside a small brass oil lamp. Brass items and a flower offering sit near the throne, and a monitor and bag are at the lower edge.2011-07-29A photograph of a stage set before a backdrop of a deep blue starry galaxy with a large golden lotus-like flower at upper left. On a gold-carved throne-style seat at centre sits a framed portrait of a smiling figure in orange robes with a rudraksha mala, holding one hand raised in blessing, with a red cushion in front and a basket of fruit and flower vases nearby. The portrait is garlanded with orange, red and purple flowers. At left, a person in white ritual clothes with a light yellow head covering sits on a low seat with hands joined, facing the portrait. A microphone stands in front of them. Several people's heads are seen in the foreground at bottom, and a dark curtain hangs at right.2011-07-31A photograph of a stage set for a morning session. On the right, a gold-framed portrait of a man with long dark hair wearing an orange robe and a beaded necklace, seated in a meditative pose, is garlanded with yellow and purple flowers and set on a golden throne with red cushions. Flowers in vases, a red basket of fruit and a lit oil lamp sit beside it. On the left, a seated priest in white robes and a white head wrap sits before a microphone, facing the throne. The backdrop shows a golden lotus against a deep blue cosmic starfield. Partially visible audience heads and a raised hand appear in the foreground.2011-07-31A photograph of a golden ornate throne (peetha) set against a cosmic blue and purple backdrop with a large golden lotus motif. On the throne sits a framed portrait of a smiling figure in orange robes with a white bead necklace, seated before a tree, with a red and yellow flower arrangement and a fruit basket beside it. Flanking the throne are tall brass oil lamps (lit) and a small golden footstool with offerings. At lower left, a man in white ceremonial clothes with a white turban and a saffron-marked forehead sits with palms joined in prayer before a microphone, a brass bell at his side. Ceremonial padapuja setting.2011-08-04A photograph of a staged event hall with a large blue cosmic backdrop showing a glowing star field and a blue figure with hands folded at left. Centre stage stands an ornate golden throne with a golden lotus-shaped canopy and red cushions, flanked by red and yellow flower arrangements. On the throne is a framed portrait of a figure in orange robes with a crown-like headdress, seated with hands raised. A seated man in white ritual dhoti and cream head covering sits at a table on the left with a microphone. In the foreground a man in white dhoti and shawl stands with his back to the camera, facing a tripod-mounted camera and several large black monitors arranged in front of the stage. Text overlay reads 2020 Sri Nithyananda Paramashivam and2011-07-30A priest in white ritual dress with a cream head covering sits cross-legged on a raised stage at left, a microphone stand before him. Centre stage a gold ornate throne with red cushions holds a framed portrait of a long-haired man in orange robes with a rudraksha mala, seated and raising one hand, garlanded with yellow and red flowers. Vases of tulips, a red basket of fruit and lit oil lamps surround the throne. A starry galaxy backdrop with a gold lotus fills the wall, and dark curtains stand at right. Silhouettes of audience members with raised hands appear in the foreground.2011-07-31Photo of a puja hall with a gilded throne-like seat at the back, topped by a framed portrait of a smiling figure in orange robes and a rudraksha-style necklace seated under a tree, garlanded with red and yellow marigolds. The stage backdrop is a starry blue cosmic design with a large golden lotus above. On the left, a man in white ritual cloth with a light-coloured turban and a beaded necklace sits behind a microphone. In the foreground, several men in white dhoti and shoulder cloths sit on the floor with their backs to the camera, and a camera on a tripod faces the stage. A small silver bowl and a basket of fruit sit near the throne.2011-07-29A photograph of a stage set for a satsang session. A golden throne with red cushions sits centrally in front of a large blue-and-violet cosmic backdrop featuring a golden lotus. On the throne stands a framed portrait of a man in orange robes with a garland of yellow and red flowers draped around the frame. A seated priest in white clothing with a yellow head wrap sits at left beside a microphone. Lit oil lamps and flower vases flank the throne, and several shaved-headed audience members are seen from behind in the foreground.2011-07-31A photograph of a seated figure in white ritual clothing with a yellow head wrap on a raised stage, in front of a large cosmic backdrop with a golden lotus and a starry galaxy. Beside the figure is a gold-framed portrait on an ornate golden throne-like seat with red cushions, decorated with yellow and red marigold garlands, flowers in vases and a red basket. The portrait shows a figure in orange robes with a rudraksha mala, seated in meditation. Several people with shaved heads sit in the foreground audience, facing the stage. A microphone stands near the seated figure.2011-07-31A stage set with a large framed portrait on a golden throne-like peetha, draped in flower garlands of yellow, orange and purple blooms. The portrait shows a smiling man with long dark hair in orange robes, seated in meditation pose before a tree trunk, labelled with a printed caption. The golden throne has red cushions, with artificial tulips in gilded vases on either side and a red basket of fruit at right. Behind is a backdrop of a golden lotus against a starry blue galaxy. At left, a man in white ritual clothing with a white turban-style head covering sits on the platform beside a microphone, holding papers and a prayer bead mala. No one occupies the throne.2011-08-01