BOTIM Onamamangam 2025 In UAE Attracts Thousands, Celebrates Kerala's Heritage And Prithviraj

BOTIM Onamamangam 2025, hosted at the Sharjah Expo Centre, showcased the rich cultural heritage of Kerala with a grand celebration that attracted thousands of Malayali expatriates from across the UAE. The event offered a sense of home to the attendees, allowing them to indulge in their homeland's traditions and festivities.

The celebration kicked off at 11 AM with the traditional Onasadya, a feast that had over a thousand guests who had reserved their spots in advance. The feast was graced by the presence of VIPs, sponsors, and Hit FM RJs. The highlight was Malayalam film star Prithviraj Sukumaran, who attended as the chief guest.

During the event, V. Nandakumar, the Director of Marketing and Communications at Lulu Group International, awarded Prithviraj the People's Choice Award. Prithviraj, expressing his appreciation, said, “Honours chosen by the audience themselves hold a special place in my heart.” Adding to the surprise, the renowned filmmaker Blessy, known for his critically acclaimed work The Goat Life (Aadujeevitham), appeared to honor Prithviraj's achievements.

A series of cultural performances, including the traditional chenda melam, dance shows, and a fashion walk, followed. The audience was treated to an electrifying Stephen–Chenda Fusion act by Stephen Devassy.

The event also featured performances by leading musicians like Job Kurian, Haricharan, Anju Joseph, and Praseetha Chalakudy. The energy reached its peak with a live concert by the young sensation Hanaan Shah, along with appearances by rapper Thirumali and Thudwiser. A special birthday tribute to the legendary actor Mammootty added a touching moment to the festivities.

The event wasn't just about performances; traditional Onam games like Uriyadi, Chakkilottam, and Lemon and Spoon contests brought fun for families. There was also an oonjal (swing) beautifully decorated for photo moments. The sponsor stalls witnessed significant engagement, making the Expo Centre a lively spot for celebration.

Juby Kuruvilla, managing director of Equity Plus Advertising and the organizer of Onamamangam, shared his gratitude, stating, “We are deeply thankful to the Malayali expatriate community and our sponsors for making BOTIM Onamamangam 2025 a phenomenal success. This celebration has once again shown how Onam connects our people to their roots, even thousands of miles away from home.”

BOTIM Onamamangam 2025 not only celebrated the cultural splendor of Kerala but also brought together the Malayali community in the UAE, reinforcing the festival as the largest Onam celebration in the region.