Bhogi, Makar Sankranti, and Pongal 2026: South Stars Send Warm Wishes to Fans
The festive week is in full swing! After the celebrations of Lohri yesterday, today (January 14, 2026) marks Bhogi and Makar Sankranti, and South stars have been sharing heartfelt greetings with their fans across social media. From actors to activists, everyone is spreading joy and festive cheer.
Jr NTR, Suriya, Namrata Shirodkar and More Celebrate the Harvest Festival
Telugu superstar Jr NTR, known for his blockbuster War 2, kicked off the day by tweeting, “Wishing everyone a very Happy Pongal.” Fans quickly flooded the post with replies and festive emojis, celebrating alongside their favorite actor.
Tamil actor Suriya Sivakumar delighted fans with a special surprise on Pongal by announcing the release of his new film, VaaVaathiyaar. Sharing the film’s poster on X (formerly Twitter), he wrote, “Wish you all a Happy Pongal and Sankaranthi! Hearty wishes Karthi and team #VaaVaathiyaar.”
Actress Namrata Shirodkar, wife of Mahesh Babu, kept it simple and sweet with an Instagram Story wishing everyone a “Happy Bhogi.” Telugu actor Sai Durgha Tej got into the festive spirit by posting a video of himself lighting a traditional bonfire, alongside wishes for a joyful and prosperous Makar Sankranti.
Even veteran actor and activist Amala Akkineni joined in, sharing a thoughtful Instagram post that read, “As we celebrate the festival of harvest, I share good wishes for abundance, prosperity, love, and gratitude. May we continue to live in harmony with our neighbours, with nature, and all life around us.”
From cheerful messages to film releases and bonfire celebrations, it’s clear that South stars are embracing the spirit of Bhogi, Makar Sankranti, and Pongal with warmth, gratitude, and lots of festive joy.