
New Delhi, February 16, 2026: On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha took to social media to share a soulful glimpse into his spiritual life. The politician posted a throwback video of his visit to the historic Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, accompanied by his wife, Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra.
The video, which quickly garnered traction across Instagram and X (formerly Twitter), captures the couple immersed in prayer and traditional rituals at one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
In the shared footage, Raghav Chadha and Parineeti Chopra are seen dressed in traditional attire, adhering to the temple’s sanctity.
The couple performed the ‘Bhasma Aarti’ and offered prayers at the sanctum sanctorum, seeking blessings for a harmonious life. Accompanying the video, Raghav shared a caption invoking the name of Lord Shiva, wishing his followers a blessed Mahashivratri and emphasizing the peace found in spiritual surrender.
While the video is a retrospective look at a previous visit, its release on Mahashivratri resonated deeply with fans. The Mahakaleshwar Temple holds significant importance for the couple; they notably visited the shrine shortly before their high-profile wedding in Udaipur in September 2023.
For many, the post highlighted a different side of the “power couple”—moving away from the world of high-stakes politics and glitzy cinema to embrace roots and faith.
The post triggered a wave of positive responses from followers:
The Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga in Ujjain is among the most sacred abodes of Lord Shiva. It is unique for its Dakshinamukhi (south-facing) idol and the world-famous Bhasma Aarti. On Mahashivratri, the temple sees millions of devotees who queue for hours to catch a glimpse of the deity, believed to be the “Ruler of Time.”