Janmashtami
Janmashtami celebrates the birth of this deity.
Who is Lord Krishna?
Krishna’s brother, known for his immense strength, was also an avatar of Sheshnag.
Who is Balarama?
On Janmashtami, many people avoid grains and instead eat fasting snacks made from this ingredient.
What is Sabudana?
In Oh My God!, Lord Krishna is portrayed by this Bollywood star.
Who is Akshay Kumar?
According to tradition, Krishna was born in Mathura to Vasudev and Devaki, but he was secretly carried across the Yamuna to be raised in this village.
What is Gokul?
Krishna’s flute is called by this Sanskrit name, meaning “bamboo stick.”
What is a Bansuri?
Krishna is nicknamed “____ Chor” because of his love for this food, which he often stole from neighbors’ houses.
What is Butter/Makhan?
This song was featured in a movie with 3 brothers and their three wives capturing the motherly affection of Yashoda for baby Krishna.
What is "Maiyya Yashoda"?
On Janmashtami, devotees fast in a special way. Instead of eating grains, they consume foods made from this root vegetable.
What are potatoes?
In the Mahabharat, Krishna served as a charioteer for which warrior and delivered the Bhagavad Gita?
Who is Arjun?
This cooling yogurt-based drink, mixed with spices, is a favorite offering for Krishna.
What is chaas/buttermilk?
Aamir Khan as Krishna tease his Radha played by Gracy Singh in this exceptionally entertaining song.
What is "Radha Kaise Na Jale"?
In Maharashtra, a popular tradition involves forming human pyramids to break a pot of curd. Name this festival.
What is Dahi Handi?
When Krishna lifted Govardhan Parvat (Hill), he was protecting villagers from which god?
Who is Indra?
This offering during puja, is made from milk, yogurt, honey, sugar, and ghee.
What is Panchamrit?
This 1978 Bollywood film starred Shammi Kapoor and had a famous “Govinda Aala Re” by Mohammed Rafi Janmashtami song.
What is Bluff Master?
Krishna is said to have been born in the Rohini nakshatra. Define “Rohini”.
What is “the red one” or “growing one”?
In Odisha’s Puri temple, Krishna is worshipped as Lord Jagannath. Define Jagannath.
What is the Lord of the Universe?
During Janmashtami, devotees prepare this massive offering of 56 dishes for Krishna, symbolizing abundance and devotion.
(What is Chhappan Bhog?)
In the film Johny Mera Naam, Lata Mangeshkar sings this popular song in movie, which is a devotional song dedicated to Krishna. Name it.
What is “Govind Bolo Hari Gopal Bolo”?