Sudha Chandran’s video has gone viral on social media. This left many viewers shocked and confused. The clip shows the famous actress in a very upset state.
The incident did not happen during a movie or TV shoot. According to reports, the video was shot during Mata ki Chowki, a religious gathering.
In the footage, Sudha appears emotionally overwhelmed and physically uncontrollable as those present try to calm her down.
Several people around her, including actress Anupamaa Jaswir Kaur, try to contain and restrain her. She tries to bite one of those who try to calm her down.
Many viewers believe that she may have been spiritually influenced during the prayer. Some claim she was “possessed” by a goddess. Others urge caution and sensitivity.
The video sparked intense discussion on the Internet. At the same time, there is concern for her mental well-being.
Reaction on social networks
While many commented “Jay Mata Di” or similar terms, many opposed the claim.
“Dhong hai ye sb kuch nhi hota aisa (This is all fake. Nothing like this is actually happening),” wrote one of them.
Read also | Vidya Balan ‘sits down’ during interview; Kartik Aaryan reacts
“Chalo devotion hai maana (Ok let’s take it as devotion).. Why does everything have to be filmed and put on social media!!! Keep it to yourself.. Mata ki chowki is for peace so that the public can see that we have done it…” wrote another.
Another user wrote, “Kali Mata ko kuch kaam nhi bss enn logo ke andr hii aayengi. Sab drama karte hain Mata aane ke (Kali Mata has nothing to do but enter these people? They are all just doing drama in the name of the goddess who entered them.).”
“She seems to be emotionally upset so she’s acting this way,” another social media user said.
One user defended the ‘divine ownership’: “Those laughing in the comments probably don’t understand. Mata Rani only enters her true devotees like she entered Sudha ji. Jai Mata Di.”
Divine possession depicted in popular films
Kantara (2022) and its prequel Kantara: Chapter 1 (2025) depict divine possession through the Bhoota Kola ritual. In these films, the obsession is portrayed as a sacred bond between local communities and their deities, known as Daivas.
During key moments, the characters act as spirit mediums, channeling divine forces to protect the tradition. They bring justice and maintain harmony between humans and nature.
Read also | Tragedy at Disneyland: Tourist dies of heart attack while riding Haunted Mansion
In the first film, Shiva is empowered after being possessed by Guliga Daiva. The prequel explores these origins further.
Kantara: Chapter 1 shows the possession of Guliga by Goddess Chavundi. Director Rishab Shetty urged the audience not to imitate such scenes. He also emphasized that they represent local beliefs, not cinema.
What is divine ownership?
Divine possession is a religious belief where a person is believed to be temporarily guided or inhabited by a deity or benevolent spirit. This is common in many Hindu traditions. However, it is not limited to Hinduism.
Similar views exist all over the world, across many cultures and faiths. Religions often make a clear distinction between divine possession and demonic possession.
Read also | Paranormal investigator Dan Rivera dies while on tour with the Annabelle doll
Divine possession is usually voluntary and invited through ritual. It is seen as a blessing when one becomes a healer or messenger of the divine. It is completely different from demonic possession.
