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Talambralu

A joyful Telugu ritual where the couple shower each other with turmeric-coated rice.

Also known as: talambralu, talabralu, rice ceremony

What it means

In Talambralu, the newly married Telugu couple pour handfuls of pearls of turmeric-and-saffron rice over each other's heads. It is a playful celebration of happiness, prosperity, and fertility — and often turns into a delightful friendly contest.

What happens

  1. 1The couple are given heaps of turmeric rice (sometimes mixed with pearls and coins).
  2. 2They shower it over each other amid laughter and cheering.
Applies to: South Indian Hindu
This explanation is under review by a religious authority — a companion to, not a replacement for, your pandit.

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