‘Ganpati Bappa Morya’ will be the most popular chant for the coming 10 days from September 13 as the city will be immersed celebrating the festival of Lord Ganesha. Apart from the popular chant, songs and music pay an important role during Ganeshotsav. The festival is a combination of love, togetherness, joy and happiness and is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm especially in Mumbai and Pune. The entire city is lit up and it shows the dedication of the devotees of Ganpati. Bollywood songs have been a major part of the festival and several songs have been dedicated to Lord Ganesha. To mark the occasion, we bring you top five songs that you can dance to on the joyous festival. Ganesh Chaturthi 2018 Modak Recipes: 5 Traditional Dishes You Can Prepare at Home for this Ganpati Festival.

Months before the festival commences, craftsman begin sculpting beautiful idols of Lord Ganesha. While most idols are made from plaster of paris (POP), with the growing awareness over the years most people are purchasing eco-friendly idols. And to avoid immersing the idol in the water body many also perform the visarjan at their homes. Just in case you haven’t designed or decorated the area you are going to place the idol, we have listed down some ideas for decoration that you can try this Ganesh Chaturthi 2018.

Top 5 Bollywood Songs to Dedicate Lord Ganesha

1. Deva O Deva (Humse Badhkar Kaun)

This is one of the most popular and timeless song that is played every year during the festival of Ganpati. The lyrics of the song are extremely heartfelt and touching.

2. Suno Ganpati Bappa Morya (Judwaa 2)

This famous dance number is from Varun Dhawan's movie Judwaa 2 which also starred Jacqueline Fernandez and Taapsee Pannu. It is a fun dance number for those who can't wait to dance on the festival of Ganpati.

3. Shendur Lal Chadhayo (Vaastav)

This is a 'must play' song during the festival. It is from Sanjay Dutt's 1999 movie Vaastav and the celebrations are incomplete without this song being played. The song captures the spiritual vibes completely.

4. Deva Shree Ganesha (Agneepath)

Beautifully picturised, the song rings in the ears whenever its played. Hrithik Roshan looks breath-taking and praises the lord beautifully making you aware of the inner strength.

5. Sadda Dil Vi Tu (ABCD)

This song is the best contemporary version of all the Ganpati songs. It is both visually appealing and an amazing dance song thanks to the fantastic choreography. The song is sung by the dynamic Hard Kaur giving the song a perfect western twist.

Ganpati is the most loved God in India and is known as the God of good beginnings. Dance to these amazing dance numbers and pray to the lord. Visit the beautifully decorated pandals and see the city engulfed in the celebrations. Happy Ganeshotsav 2018!

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