Updated On: 21 October, 2025 09:56 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
For the uninitiated, the festival of Kukur Tihar is celebrated in Nepal on the second day of the five-day Tihar festival, also known as Diwali in Nepal

Picture Courtesy/Manisha Koirala`s Instagram account
Veteran actress of Bollywood Manisha Koirala took to her social media account on the 20th of October to share a glimpse of a very sacred yet unique tradition held in Nepal.
Sharing a glimpse of Kukur Tihar, a traditional Nepali festival that honours dogs for their loyalty and companionship, she penned a very heartfelt note. Sharing a picture of a dog adorned with marigold garlands and tikka while a priest is offering prayers to him, Manisha captioned it, `Kukur Tihar, the heart of Nepal. ` Nowhere in the world is love celebrated quite like in Nepal. On Kukur Tihar, we honour dogs, our loyal friends and protectors, with garlands, tikka and gratitude.`