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A stage set with a backdrop of colourful balloons in orange, blue, green, pink and red, with a golden deity murti or ornate golden frame at the right edge. Two men in saffron-orange robes kneel on the stage, one bending forward over a seated figure in white clothing whose feet are visible; the seated person appears to be receiving a ritual action, possibly a padapuja or blessing. A third man in white kurta and white dhoti stands bowing at the right beside a small table with a brass lamp, a bell and a plate of offerings. A bronze or copper statue stands near the kneeling group. The scene reads as a temple-style ceremony on a stage during a celebration.

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A stage event with balloons and flower garlands decorating a gold-framed throne at right. A long-haired figure in a cream and gold silk outfit sits on the red-cushioned throne, smiling and gesturing with one hand. At centre, a figure in an orange robe and red waist cloth bends forward, touching the forehead of a child kneeling in white with a garland, before brass puja items and a lamp. A standing boy in white dhoti with gold border and rudraksha mala watches with hands folded. A red curtain and blue backdrop frame the stage. Probable Swamiji on the throne, seated in cream and gold clothing with long swept-back hair and a gold-framed throne.2008-12-24December 24 20082008-12-24December 24 20082008-12-24December 24 20082008-12-24A photograph of an indoor hall stage decorated with a wall of colourful balloons in red, yellow, blue, green and orange. On a raised golden throne-like seat at the centre sits a seated figure in a red garment, with an ornate golden canopy above. Three people in saffron-orange robes and one child in white kneel or bend at the base of the stage, appearing to perform a devotional act. A blue 'NO MOBILES ALLOWED' sign hangs on the left wall and a red curtain frames the stage. Petals are scattered on the floor.2008-12-24Indoor stage event with a backdrop covered in colourful balloons in pink, orange, green, blue and white, framing a golden ornate throne or deity murti at centre. A man in white kurta and white dhoti stands on the stage steps, while a child in white stands beside him and another person in saffron/orange robes bends near the steps. A figure in orange robes kneels on the lower level near offerings, and an ornate golden throne-like structure with a canopy sits behind. A dark curtain and a sign reading NO MOBILES ALLOWED are visible on the left. Scattered petals cover the floor. The scene suggests a ceremony or children's celebration at the stage.2008-12-24Stage event with a seated figure on a gold and red ornate throne at right, wearing a long-haired, swept-back hairstyle and a light cream-gold silk kurta and dhoti with a matching shawl; the figure has distinctive long hair and ornate clothing, a person candidate in a seated role. Beside the throne stands a young boy in white dhoti with gold border, holding a microphone and speaking, with a rudraksha-style mala. At left, a seated boy in white garments is seated before a small Ganesha murti garlanded with yellow marigold, with brass oil lamps, a kalasha-like brass vessel and a tray on the floor. A figure in saffron-orange robes stands at far left edge. The backdrop is decorated with colourful balloons, pink and white flowers and garlands of white jasmine and marigold along the throne base.2008-12-24A stage decorated with a dense backdrop of colourful balloons in orange, green, blue, yellow and red. A seated figure with long dark hair wears a cream-coloured robe and dhoti on a gilded throne with red cushions and a golden back, garlanded with white and orange flowers. Two attendants work at the stage edge: one in an orange saffron robe bends low at the left, and another in white clothing stands and leans forward beside a small kneeling child in white. Brass oil lamps and a small bell sit on the platform before the throne, with marigolds scattered on the floor. The setting suggests a Brahmotsavam celebration with children's blessings.2008-12-24Indoor stage event with balloons in orange, blue, green, pink and yellow tied behind a golden throne. A man in orange saffron robes kneels at left with palms pressed together, beside a seated child in white with a yellow flower garland and a brass lamp and offering plate in front. A standing boy in white dhoti with a gold border speaks into a microphone while holding his palms together. On the right, a woman in a cream and gold sari sits on a gold-and-red throne with folded hands, flowers and garlands around it. A red curtain and a child in white stand at left edge.2008-12-24December 24 20082008-12-24December 24 20082008-12-24A stage with a blue curtain and maroon side drape, decorated with colourful balloons and flower arrangements. A young boy wearing a white dhoti with gold borders and a bare upper body sits cross-legged, placed beside a copper-coloured Ganesha murti garlanded with yellow and orange flowers. A second young boy in white dhoti with gold borders kneels on the stage, holding a brass vessel and performing a puja with brass lamps and a bell on a tray of offerings. Fruit and food are arranged on plates nearby.2008-12-24