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Sara Ali Khan has maintained a deep spiritual connection with the Kedarnath temple, regularly visiting the shrine since her debut film, Kedarnath. Despite being born to a Muslim father, Saif Ali Khan, she often seeks blessings at the temples. Ahead of Char Dham Yatra 2026, BKTC chairman said, "If Sara expresses her devotion towards Sanatan Dharma and submits an affidavit, we will allow her..."

Actress Sara Ali Khan has maintained a consistent spiritual connection with the Kedarnath temple over the years, frequently visiting the Himalayan shrine since her 2018 film Kedarnath, which marked her debut in Hindi cinema. Despite being born to a Muslim father, Saif Ali Khan, she often visits the temples. However, ahead of the upcoming Char Dham Yatra 2026, the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) has announced a series of new restrictions and arrangements.

Sara Ali Khan Must Submit Affidavit To Visit Kedarnath: BKTC Chief

Speaking in Dehradun, BKTC chairman Hemant Dwivedi said that non-Sanatani individuals will not be allowed entry into temples managed by the committee. On Tuesday, while speaking to the media, he said that all non-Hindus will henceforth be required to submit an affidavit if they wish to seek blessings at the temples.

"If Sara Ali Khan expresses her devotion towards Sanatan Dharma and submits an affidavit, we will allow her to offer prayers," he stated.