How Lalbaugcha Raja Is Made | Meet The Kambli Family Crafting It For 93 Years

Every year, millions of devotees come to Mumbai seeking the darshan of Lalbaugcha Raja,one of the city’s most revered and iconic Ganpati idols. But behind the murti is a family that has been part of its making for generations, carrying forward a tradition spanning 93 years. In this episode of Now India, we meet the Kambli family, the murti makers associated with Lalbaugcha Raja, and get a glimpse into the craftsmanship, patience and devotion that go into bringing the beloved murti to life each year. From the first stages of shaping the clay to the final details, we explore: • The 93-year legacy of the Kambli family’s association with Lalbaugcha Raja • How the idol’s distinctive posture and expression are recreated each year • The skill, discipline and dedication involved in making the murti • The history of the Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal, founded in 1934 • The deep sense of devotion and responsibility that comes with creating a murti worshipped by millions of devotees How is the familiar form of Lalbaugcha Raja recreated every year? What happens inside the workshop before the first darshan? And what does it mean to be part of a tradition that has become such an important part of Mumbai’s cultural identity? Watch this special episode of NOW India as we meet the people and explore the craftsmanship behind one of Mumbai’s most beloved Ganpati traditions. Special thanks to the Kambli family and the Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal for their support and cooperation. 🙏 गणपती बाप्पा मोरया! Keywords / Tags Lalbaugcha Raja, Lalbaugcha Raja 2026, Lalbaugcha Raja documentary, Lalbaugcha Raja murtikar, Lalbaugcha Raja idol maker, Kambli family, Kambli Arts, Lalbaugcha Raja history, Lalbaugcha Raja making, how Lalbaugcha Raja is made, Ganpati idol maker, Ganesh Chaturthi, Ganeshotsav Mumbai, Mumbai Ganpati, Mumbai Ganesh festival, Ganpati Bappa Morya, Lalbaug Ganpati, iconic Ganpati idol, murti making, Ganesh idol sculptor, traditional idol making, Maharashtra culture, Mumbai culture, Ganpati documentary, Indian traditions, behind the scenes Lalbaugcha Raja, Lalbaugcha Raja first look, Ganesh Chaturthi documentary