Janmashtami
Krishna
Food
Bollywood Movies/Songs
100

Janmashtami celebrates the birth of this deity.

Who is Lord Krishna?

100

Krishna’s brother, known for his immense strength, was also an avatar of Sheshnag.

Who is Balarama?

100

On Janmashtami, many people avoid grains and instead eat fasting snacks made from this ingredient.

What is Sabudana?

100

In Oh My God!, Lord Krishna is portrayed by this Bollywood star.

Who is Akshay Kumar?

200

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?

200

Krishna’s flute is called by this Sanskrit name, meaning “bamboo stick.”

What is a Bansuri?

200

Krishna is nicknamed “____ Chor” because of his love for this food, which he often stole from neighbors’ houses.

What is Butter/Makhan?

200

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"?

300

On Janmashtami, devotees fast in a special way. Instead of eating grains, they consume foods made from this root vegetable.

What are potatoes?

300

In the Mahabharat, Krishna served as a charioteer for which warrior and delivered the Bhagavad Gita?

Who is Arjun?

300

This cooling yogurt-based drink, mixed with spices, is a favorite offering for Krishna.

What is chaas/buttermilk?

300

Aamir Khan as Krishna tease his Radha played by Gracy Singh in this exceptionally entertaining song.

What is "Radha Kaise Na Jale"?

400

In Maharashtra, a popular tradition involves forming human pyramids to break a pot of curd. Name this festival.  

What is Dahi Handi?

400

When Krishna lifted Govardhan Parvat (Hill), he was protecting villagers from which god?

Who is Indra?

400

This offering during puja, is made from milk, yogurt, honey, sugar, and ghee.

What is Panchamrit?

400

This 1978 Bollywood film starred Shammi Kapoor and had a famous “Govinda Aala Re” by Mohammed Rafi Janmashtami song.

What is Bluff Master?

500

Krishna is said to have been born in the Rohini nakshatra. Define “Rohini”. 

What is “the red one” or “growing one”?

500

In Odisha’s Puri temple, Krishna is worshipped as Lord Jagannath. Define Jagannath.

What is the Lord of the Universe?

500

During Janmashtami, devotees prepare this massive offering of 56 dishes for Krishna, symbolizing abundance and devotion.

(What is Chhappan Bhog?)

500

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”?