At the ongoing Magh Mela in Prayagraj, one figure has been quietly drawing crowds without uttering a single word. Bhanu Pratap Singh has transformed stillness into a living art form.

With his body painted in gold hues and a serene, composed expression, Bhanu stands motionless for hours, captivating devotees and visitors alike. From dawn to dusk, he adopts different postures outside the historic Nag Vasuki Temple, becoming a silent yet powerful presence amid the bustling religious fair.

His unwavering stillness has sparked widespread curiosity and admiration among pilgrims who have gathered in the city to take part in the Magh Mela.

Bhanu, who lives in Chandausi, Uttar Pradesh, claims that his stillness practice is a way for him to express his devotion. During the 44-day Magh Mela, which unites ascetics, saints, seers, and pilgrims from all over the nation, he views standing still as a kind of spiritual offering.