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A seated man in an orange-red shawl and red turban, with a long rudraksha mala and gold ornaments, sits on a low throne on a golden stage. Behind him stands a large gilded nandi bull with flower garlands, flanked by gold-framed deity murtis decorated with marigold and multicoloured garlands. Hanging brass oil lamps, fresh flowers and a dark red curtain surround the stage, with brass kalasha vessels and offerings in the lower right. A microphone stand is in front of the throne. The setting appears to be a Karthigai Deepam celebration.

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