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A large ceremonial stage hung with dark red drapes, carved orange-gold temple pillars and a golden kalasha-style canopy holds a puja event before a seated audience. On the stage, a figure in white robes stands near a ceremonial swing or palanquin-like structure draped with white garlands, while other people in white, cream and orange-yellow clothing stand nearby. Brass oil lamps and a golden trident stand on the stage. At right, a golden throne holds a seated figure in saffron-orange clothing with a crown-like headdress and garlands, flanked by a golden deity murti. In the foreground, a dense crowd of women in white, cream and saffron-bordered saris sits facing the stage, with a few standing walkers. Film cameras on tripods stand at the left edge. The scene suggests a pushpabhishekam or padapuja gathering.

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