8-8-8: Why Naga Chaitanya, Sobhita Dhulipala's Engagement Date Is Auspicious
Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala, who were rumoured to be dating for years, got engaged on an auspicious date, August 8.
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Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala got engaged today, August 8, after dating for years. However, do you know today's date has a special astronomical significance? A cosmic event, the Lion's Gate Portal has opened today, marking the peak of this yearly astrological event.
What is the Lion's Gate Portal?
It is a cosmic event that occurs every year between July 28 and August 12 and peaks on August 8 (8/8). It usually happens when the sun (in Leo), the Earth, and Orion are lined up. Since it happens in Leo month, that's why it has been named Lion's Gate Portal. In astrology, the number 8 holds significant importance as when inverted it forms an infinity sign. The number 8 is also related to Saturn, the planet of discipline. So, during this time, positive energy flows in abundance, helping people set their goals and manifest aspirations.
What is the importance of the Lion's Gate Portal?
The alignment creates a gateway to magic, prosperity and positivity. So, it is said that manifestations during this time might be fruitful. It is said that one should write down 8 wishes during the period of 8 AM to 8 PM on August 8 for a fruitful professional career.
First photos of newly engaged Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala
The couple, who kept their relationship secret, got engaged this morning in Hyderabad in a private ceremony attended by their families. Nagarjuna shared the first photos from the ceremony and penned a note sharing his happiness. the caption read, “We are delighted to announce the engagement of our son, Naga Chaitanya, to Sobhita Dhulipala, which took place this morning at 9:42 a.m.!! We are overjoyed to welcome her into our family. Congratulations to the happy couple! Wishing them a lifetime of love and happiness. God bless! 8.8.8 A beginning of infinite love," followed by a heart emoticon.
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Chaitanya was earlier married to Telugu actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu in October 2017, but the two decided to part ways in October 2021, ending their four-year marriage.