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People of all ages, from toddlers to the elderly, enthusiastically engage in the jubilant festivities of Holi.
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The vibrant array of color powders utilized during Holi are symbolic of the diverse spectrum of ideas, beliefs, and emotions that unite people in celebration.
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During Holi, vibrant colors like red, green, blue, and yellow are used, symbolizing the arrival of spring, the victory of good over evil, and the blossoming of love and eternal happiness.
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As people playfully apply colorful powder to one other’s cheeks, they joyfully exclaim “Bura na mano, Holi hai,” meaning “Don’t mind the mischief, it’s Holi!”
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As people joyfully throw vibrant colors on one another, the Holi party officially begins, marking the start of a lively celebration.
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As Holi unfolds, celebrants arm themselves with water guns and other playful contraptions, turning the festival into a hilarious water fight where even the grumpiest uncle can’t resist joining in.
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The more, the merrier, as celebrants revel in the jovial atmosphere, dancing their hearts out to lively Bollywood tunes that never fail to move those hips.
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Holika, Prahlad, and the symbolic triumph of light over darkness resonate in the vibrant hues of a rainbow that appear amidst all of the fun.
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Celebrants eagerly refuel their water guns, fueled by the burning desire to exact revenge in the most whimsical way possible.
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This year, Holi took an eco-friendly turn with biodegradable color balls, ensuring that even Mother Nature could join the colorful chaos without worrying about a cleanup crew.
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Smiles and laughter fill the air during Holi, turning the atmosphere into a carnival of giggles where even the mischievous colors can’t help but blush.
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During Holi, the color powder stains everything from head to toe, turning all celebrants into walking pieces of abstract art.
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As the festival continues, the battles become more intense, with participants strategizing like generals in a rainbow-colored war.
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Celebrants often avidly capture photos of the celebration, wielding their smartphones like paparazzi humurously chasing after elusive celebrities.
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Holi is all about symbolically proving that even evil can’t resist joining the dance party when the beat drops and the colors start flying!
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People often don their oldest clothes to Holi functions, turning their wardrobe choices into a strategic battle between color, style, and fun.
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People hilariously team up like undercover agents, concocting elaborate schemes to drench other celebrants with color.
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From local parks to entire towns, Holi took over the Bay Area and turned the world into one big, chaotic, and delightfully colorful party.
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Holi celebrations are often filmed with the dedication of a wildlife documentary, capturing every splash, every laugh, and every color explosion.
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At its core, Holi is a vibrant kaleidoscope of togetherness, where laughter, smiles, and memories swirl together in a colorful whirlwind of love.
Dance and dye, reach the sky: Holi festivities paint the world with joy, laughter, and color
Zenil Koovejee, AVT Editor-In-Chief
March 28, 2024
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