According to a report, Vandanapu Murali krishna and his wife hosted an elaborate feast for their son-in-law, Sridatta, who is from Rajahmundry in the Godavari district, and their daughter, Maunika. The celebrations held special significance as it was the couple’s first Sankranti together since their marriage last year.
In many Andhra households, Sankranti means more than just a seasonal festival. It is a deeply emotional occasion focused on family bonds, gratitude, and tradition. For a newly married couple, the first Sankranti often holds added importance. This is especially true when the son-in-law is welcomed into the family with warmth and special rituals.
In laws serve 158 dishes to Son in Law on Sankranti
Determined to make the festival memorable, the Tenali family went well beyond the usual customs. They spent days preparing a wide variety of dishes that highlighted the richness of Andhra cuisine.
A feast showcasing Andhra cuisine
The spread included popular savory snacks such as murukulu, chekkalu, and garelu, which are staples during Sankranti celebrations. Sweet dishes made with jaggery were a major highlight, including ariselu, bobbatlu, sunnundulu, and kajjikayalu. There were also many vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, ranging from rice types to richly spiced curries and sides.