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Joey Fatone Praises Justin Timberlake As he Attends His Orlando Concert
Nothing can be more nostalgic than seeing NSYNC members reunite at the same concert arena. Joey Fatone attended Justin Timberlake’s Forget Tomorrow World Tour concert in Orlando, during which Fatone live-streamed, showing off his ex-bandmate performance and also giving us a mini backstage sneak peek.
He posted that clip on his Instagram feed. In the video, we can see Timberlake singing, Mirrors song. Fatone then gave a shoutout to the Cry Me A River singer’s manager, who also managed NSYNC, Johnny Wright. He said, “Johnny on the spot! We’re live, baby!”
Fatone said he had to go and exited the concert venue. He exited through the backstage area, where we got to see a rare sight of what unfolds behind the scenes at a show. Fatone praised his former bandmate in the caption and wrote, “My brother did an amazing show tonight. Proud of you @justintimberlake.”
However, this wasn’t the only significant incident at the singer’s concerts. Timberlake’s latest tour has had many memorable events, including the time he gave a shoutout to his wife, Jessica Biel during their anniversary.
During the singer’s show in Montreal, which was attended by the actress, on October 4, he mentioned that it was a very special evening for him. The Friends With Benefits star said that his wife was there that night and it was their 12th anniversary.
Later on, the singer also talked about her presence in the crowd and quipped, “So be nice to her, Montreal, because she’s sharing me with all of you tonight.” He expressed that he loved her. For the unversed, the pair walked down the aisle on October 19, 2012, in Southern Italy, and share two sons, Silas, 9, and Phineas, 4.
The fans may get another memorable event to witness as there is a possibility of an NSYNC reunion. During the 90s Con, held in September, Fatone, spoke with People magazine and talked about a potential reunion of the band. He said that they have not had a discussion yet given the busy schedule of each band member.
He then continued by expressing his hope that at some point when Timberlake concludes his tour, they will sit down and figure out what they would be doing.
He shared that he would love to have that discussion where it’s a “yes or no.” Fatone continued, “Just tell me so we can move on with our lives. Either say we had a good run and be done with it, or see what we can do.”
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What is the story of Gangamma Jatara? Know all about the folk festival that inspired Allu Arjun’s look in Pushpa 2
Last year, Allu Arjun’s first look from Pushpa 2: The Rule was unveiled, leaving everyone on the internet stunned. In the poster, the actor appeared in an androgynous avatar, dressed in a pattu saree with blue body paint and adorned with nose pins, earrings, bangles, necklaces, and a garland of lemons. While fans were puzzled by his unique look, it was actually a homage to the deity Gangamma Thalli.
Story of Goddess Gangamma, the inspiration behind Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2 look
As Goddess Gangamma Thalli is the inspiration behind Allu Arjun’s androgynous look in Pushpa 2, let us know more about the folk festival where the deity is worshipped.
Tirupati Gangamma Jatara is a folk festival that takes place every year between the first and second weeks of May. During this period, devotees from across the country arrive in Tirupati to offer their prayers to Goddess Gangamma. According to Hindu mythology, she is considered God Venkateshwara Balaji’s sister and is known to protect the region from any harm.
Gangamma Jatara is celebrated by devotees at the Tataiahgunta Gangamma Temple in Tirupati. During the festivities, priests perform a ritual that marks the beginning of the celebrations.
Following this, drummers beat dappus through the old town to announce the commencement of the festival. The beating of the dappus is also a way of telling the residents to remain in the town until the celebrations are over.
How long do people celebrate Tirupati Gangamma Jatara?
This festival extends over a week and begins with Chatimpu at midnight. This is like an official announcement of the celebration which is marked by playing musical instruments like dappu.
Following this comes Bhairagi Vesham. On this day, devotees smear a white paste known as Namam Kommy on their bodies and wear a garland made from Rella Kaya. Then, they carry neem leaves in their hands and tie more around their waists. After worshiping the Goddess, they leave the neem leaves and Rella Kaya garlands at the temple. This procession continues daily.
The next day, the Banda Vesham ritual takes place where devotees apply kumkum paste and tie ribbons on their heads. Following this, devotees follow Thoti Vesham and it involves covering their bodies with charcoal and wearing neem garlands.
For Dora Vesham, devotees use sandal paste with garlands of neem leaves and lemons. The next day marks the beginning of Mathangi Vesham and it symbolizes Gangamma, consoling the chieftain’s wife after defeating Palegadu.
The very next day, Sunnapu Kundalu takes place where devotees wear white paste with charcoal dots and carry a pot around the temple. The festival concludes with Gangamma Jatara.
On this day, devotees offer sarees and pongallu at Gangamma temples. At midnight, a clay idol is installed and a symbolic ritual named Chempa Tholagimpu is performed to mark the end of the festival. The clay is further distributed to worshippers for its healing powers.
It is speculated that the Gangamma Jatara festival is a crucial part of Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2. With this, makers will highlight Pushpa Raj’s roots as his character hails from Andhra Pradesh. Meanwhile, the film is set to hit the big screens on December 5.
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