Voting for 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra has begun. The biggest focus remains on Mumbai, where BJP led Mahayuti alliance is facing a serious challenge from the reunited Thackeray cousins,
making this one of the most closely watched and intense elections. As polling started early in the day, long queues were seen outside voting centres across the city. Along with regular voters, several well-known Bollywood personalities also stepped out to cast their votes.
Actors like Suniel Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia and Divya Dutta were spotted at polling booths, who also encouraged others to take part in the process. John Abraham also caught attention when he arrived to vote with his elderly parents.
Celebrities Encourage Citizens To Vote
Tamannaah Bhatia was seen stepping out of a polling station in Mumbai after casting her vote. She proudly showed the ink mark on her finger, which sent a clear message about the importance of voting. Her simple gesture will motivate others to step out of their homes, take part in the election and choose the right leader to lead the city of dreams and help it grow in the coming years.
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Suniel Shetty was also spotted outside the polling station by the paparazzi and he said, “The experience was good and the arrangements were well organised. Everyone should come out and vote, as this is the most important grassroots election. When your area develops, the country develops. We often blame the BMC, but they work tirelessly, even late at night. We must take responsibility for issues like garbage and pollution. Mumbai’s infrastructure is growing at an incredible pace and public cooperation is essential. I had no confusion about whom to vote for. People vote for those who work.”
VIDEO | Mumbai: After casting his vote in BMC polls, actor Suniel Shetty says, “The experience was good, and the arrangements were well organised. Everyone should come out and vote, as this is the most important grassroots election. When your area develops, the country develops.… pic.twitter.com/hMfUZkLwhU
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 15, 2026
Divya Dutta shared, “Whoever comes to power, the issues for the people will remain the same, pollution, ecological balance, employment, and such issues should be sorted out. We need to become the voice of the people. As a responsible citizen, cast your vote.”
VIDEO | BMC polls: Actress Divya Dutta says, “Whoever comes to power, the issues for the people will remain the same, pollution, ecological balance, employment, and such issues should be sorted out. We need to become the voice of the people. As a responsible citizen, cast your… pic.twitter.com/wsqcDW2eRp
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 15, 2026
Paparazzi also spotted John Abraham at the polling booth, where he arrived with his parents and a staff member to cast their votes. The photographers were heard praising the family for stepping out together and exercising their right to vote for the city’s leadership.
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1700 candidates are competing for 227 seats in the ongoing elections, happening after nine years due to a four year delay.
