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Mankind’s greatest story comes to life.

From the visual artists behind The Odyssey and Dune watch the new trailer for RAMAYANA: RISE OF A LEGEND - exclusively in theatres, IMAX, and Premium Large Formats worldwide November 5. Tickets on Sale now.

https://ramayanariseofalegend.com/
Based on the celebrated ancient epic known to billions, Namit Malhotra's Ramayana: Rise of a Legend tells the story of Rama, a prince bound by sacrifice; Ravana, an immortal king driven by vengeance; and the prophecy that binds their fates together.

It stars Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi.

The film is produced by acclaimed filmmaker Namit Malhotra, whose Academy Award®-winning visual effects company DNEG is behind films including The Odyssey, Dune, Interstellar, and Inception; directed by Nitesh Tiwari, whose film Dangal remains the highest-grossing Indian film worldwide; and scored by Academy Award® winners Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman. Namit Malhotra's Ramayana: Rise of a Legend will be released globally in theaters in time for Diwali on November 5 by @aia.events

Invitation to Diwali at the Capitol | November 5th, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM | Sacramento, California*

The Association of Indo Americans (AIA), as a co-host along with Assemblymembers Ash Kalra and Dr. Darshan Patel and other partners, cordially invites you to Diwali at the Capitol, a historic celebration bringing our community together to honor the Festival of Lights.

Join us for an inspiring afternoon celebrating Diwali and its enduring message of light, unity, and hope through a formal ceremony and vibrant cultural performances representing diverse art forms.
*Program Agenda*
Date: November 5, 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Sacramento, California
Venue: West Side of the California State Capitol (1315 10th St, Sacramento, CA 95814 - 10th Street and L Street)
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Social Hour
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Formal Program and Traditional Lamp-Lighting Ceremony

*Distinguished speakers and dignitaries will include:*
Assemblymember Ash Kalra
Assemblymember Dr. Darshan Patel
Mr. Satish Kumar Sivan, Consul General of India in San Francisco
Other elected officials and distinguished dignitaries
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Cultural Performances Featuring Diverse Art Forms
We look forward to welcoming you to this special gathering as we celebrate our shared traditions, strengthen community connections, and illuminate the spirit of unity.

Event is OPEN to all; It is a FREE event!

Please RSVP via the link: https://tinyurl.com/Diwali2026AtTheCapitol

🙏 We look forward to welcoming you! 🙏

Association of Indo Americans (AIA)
Co-Host, Diwali at the Capitol
www.aiaevents.org by @aia.events

San Jose Diwali Carnival 2026, you were incredible!

From festive celebrations and beautiful smiles to meaningful conversations and unforgettable connections, what an amazing experience!

We loved meeting everyone who stopped by the InstaService booth and sharing our mission to make home services easier, faster, and more accessible across the USA.

A huge thank you to the San Jose community for the warm welcome, positive energy, and wonderful memories!

Here's a little glimpse of the celebration.

Until next time, San Jose!

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Our Bay Area community came together to celebrate the Festival of Lights at the 2nd Annual San José Diwali Carnival at Plaza de San José, right in the heart of Downtown!🤩

Thanks to the Association of Indo Americans (AIA) for organizing this beautiful celebration and bringing our community together to celebrate light, culture, and tradition! May this Festival of Lights bring joy, prosperity, and brighter days to our communities across Santa Clara County! Happy Diwali! 🪔 by @aia.events

❤️ THANK YOU, SAN JOSE! WHAT A SPECTACULAR CELEBRATION! ✨

The San Jose Diwali Carnival was a grand success, lighting up downtown San Jose with the joy of Diwali and bringing together 10,000+ attendees for an unforgettable celebration!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us, along with our sponsors, partners, vendors, performers, volunteers, and community supporters. Your enthusiasm, love, and support made this celebration truly special.

From the vibrant cultural performances and live entertainment to the festive atmosphere and beautiful community spirit, every moment was memorable because of you!

🙏 Thank you for celebrating the Festival of Lights with us and making the San Jose Diwali Carnival a spectacular success.

With gratitude,
Association of Indo Americans & Bolly 92.3 FM

#sanjosediwalicarnival #aiaevents #thankyou #diwalicelebration #sanjose by @aia.events

Dream team bringing home the trophy! 🏆✨ So incredibly proud of these superstars.
#kathak #classical #classicaldance #aia #dream by @aia.events

Happy Diwali Sameera Bharat watch is performing live band show singing so please come enjoy California. San Raman on the participates are dancing programs also there.#dancerofinstagram #singing #singingvideos #Samira Bharat#vivaan by @aia.events

✨🪔 San Jose, get ready for a Diwali celebration like never before! 🪔✨

The festival of lights is coming alive with colors, culture, music, dance, delicious food, festive shopping, and the beautiful energy of our Indian community! 🇮🇳❤️ The Diwali Carnival in San Jose is all set to bring a little piece of India to the Bay Area, filling the atmosphere with joy, traditions, dazzling lights, and unforgettable memories. From the vibrant festive vibes to the excitement of celebrating together, this is more than just a carnival. It is a celebration of our roots, our culture, our traditions, and the happiness that Diwali brings into our lives. 🌟🎆

And guess what? ABBY V is coming to San Jose! 🎤🔥 Get ready for an incredible live performance, electrifying music, and an evening full of energy that will make this Diwali even more special! Whether you are coming with friends, family, or your favorite people, get ready to dress up, enjoy the festivities, capture beautiful moments, dance to the music, and make memories that last long after the lights fade. 💃🕺✨

From the glow of diyas to the sparkle of the celebrations, from the aroma of festive food to the beats of live music, every moment promises to be filled with happiness, excitement, and the true spirit of Diwali. 🪔🌸

So, San Jose and the entire Bay Area, gather your friends, put on your best ethnic outfits, bring your festive spirit, and get ready to celebrate Diwali with a bang! Because when tradition meets music, culture meets celebration, and the whole community comes together, magic happens. ❤️✨

Let the lights shine brighter, the music play louder, and the celebrations last longer! 🪔🎶🔥

📍 San Jose, California
🎤 Special attraction: ABBY V LIVE
✨ A celebration of lights, culture, music, and #trendingreels ##fypppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp #diwali #sanfrancisco BayAreaEvents DiwaliCelebration FestivalOfLights IndianCulture BayAreaDiwali LiveMusic DesiVibes Diwali2026 by @aia.events

San José is one of the best places in America to celebrate Diwali. The Festival of Lights feels right at home in a city that pushes back on darkness with light, embraces our differences, and celebrates the diversity that makes us stronger. Join us next year! by @aia.events

Lag Ja Gale-Unplugged rendered a part of Diwali Carnival by @aia.events and @bolly923fm !🪔🪔🪔🪔
Wonderful artistry by @gaurav.kohli on the keys 🎹
Thanks to @bayraagis for bringing all of us together and to @aia.events for the collaboration! Can’t just get over the magic cast by Latha Ji in the original song ♥️
#lagjagale #diwali #unplugged #instareels #lathamangeshkar by @aia.events

by @aia.events

🪔✨ IT’S TODAY! SAN JOSE, LET’S LIGHT IT UP! ✨🪔

Diwali Carnival brings music, flavor, shopping and festive energy to the heart of Downtown San Jose, with FREE ENTRY! 🎉

🎤 ABBY V, of Kantara fame, LIVE IN CONCERT! Experience his incredible voice under the open sky and make this Diwali one to remember!

There’s so much more to enjoy:

🎶 Multilingual DJ, R&B and live music
💃 High-energy Bollywood dance, cultural performances and a fashion show
🎨 Kids Zone, FREE henna tattoos and FREE glow sticks
🛍️ Clothing, jewelry and festive shopping booths
🍴 A delicious food festival featuring chaat, dosa, biryani and more
☕ Chai bar, jalebi and a dessert zone for your festive cravings!

📅 TODAY, Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM–10:00 PM
📍 Plaza de César Chávez Park
The “Christmas in the Park” location, Downtown San Jose
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

✨ San Pedro Square will also light up for Diwali, adding to the festive glow across downtown! Join us for the Diwali Carnival at Plaza de César Chávez Park.

Bring your family, gather your friends and come celebrate with us. Let’s fill San Jose with the colors, culture and joy of Diwali! 🪔💛 by @aia.events