Varun Tej Visits Tirumala Temple for Son's Tonsuring Ritual
Actor Varun Tej visited Tirumala Venkateswara Temple for his son Vaayuv's tonsuring ceremony alongside Naga Babu and Lavanya Tripathi.
Telugu film star Varun Tej made a spiritual pilgrimage to the holy Tirumala Venkateswara Temple on Friday, accompanied by his close family members. The visit held significant personal importance as the actor’s one-year-old son, Vaayuv Tej Konidela, underwent his traditional tonsuring ceremony.
A Sacred Family Tradition
The actor was not alone during this divine visit; he was joined by his father, the prominent actor-politician Naga Babu, his wife Lavanya Tripathi, and his sister Niharika Konidela. The family arrived early in the morning to participate in the VIP Break Darshan to offer their prayers to Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy.
During the rituals, Varun Tej was seen tenderly carrying little Vaayuv, who looked festive in a traditional white kurta pyjama. The highlight of the visit was the talanilalu, a sacred Hindu ritual where a child's first hair is offered to the deity as a mark of devotion and gratitude.
Vedic Blessings and Prasadam
Following the completion of the tonsuring ceremony, the family received Veda Aasirvachanam, which are traditional Vedic blessings bestowed by the temple priests. They were also presented with the sacred prasadam to conclude their spiritual journey.
Varun Tej's Professional Journey
While the actor took a moment for family and faith, his professional life remains highly anticipated. His upcoming film slate features 'Bhari', an intense drama directed by Yadhu Vamsi, an associate of the renowned filmmaker Atlee. The project is being produced under the banner of director Karthik Subbaraj.
It is worth noting that the production of 'Bhari' faced a temporary setback earlier in 2026. Varun Tej had to undergo surgery following a knee fracture sustained on set, but he has since made a successful recovery and is moving forward with his cinematic commitments.