A visit to a temple in Bali turned into quite an unexpected experience for Shikhar Dhawan and Sophie Shine. In an upcoming episode of Curly Tales, the couple recalled visiting the Beji Griya Waterfall Temple, where they initially found it amusing to see people screaming. However, they soon discovered that there was more to the unusual experience than they had imagined.
Shikhar Dhawan Thought He Was Too Calm To Scream At The Waterfall
During a fun round with our Editor-in-Chief, Kamiya Jani, who used the Photo Assist feature on her Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra to tweak a few pictures, one of the couple’s photographs from Bali brought up a rather unusual travel memory. It led Shikhar and Sophie to recall their visit to the Beji Griya Waterfall Temple, where they discovered why visitors scream under the waterfalls.
Talking about the experience, Sophie shared that they could hear people screaming from outside and were curious to know what was happening. Their tour guide then took them to the waterfall and explained what was happening. Sophie revealed that she had even come across videos of people screaming there, letting out their emotions. Shikhar, who considers himself a fairly calm person, was convinced that he wouldn’t be doing anything like that.
However, things turned out quite differently once they entered the waterfall. Sophie admitted that both of them ended up screaming. Recalling the moment, she said that their guide had told them they could laugh as much as they wanted to, but they would understand the experience once they got inside. Shikhar further explained that people express different emotions there, whether it is trauma, happiness or anything else they might be carrying within themselves. According to him, the temple has a way of bringing all those emotions out.
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Why Do People Scream At Beji Griya Waterfall Temple In Bali?
Located in Punggul Village in Bali’s Badung Regency, Taman Beji Griya Waterfall is more than just a scenic waterfall destination. It is a spiritual site known for its traditional Balinese Melukat ceremony, a purification ritual believed to cleanse the mind and soul. The place is home to nine natural springs, a cave and a twin waterfall, making it an important destination for those seeking a spiritual experience.
According to NOW! Bali magazine, one of the most unusual parts of the purification ritual, takes place under the twin waterfalls. Visitors are encouraged to scream three times under the first waterfall to release negative emotions and energy. They then move to the second waterfall, where they are encouraged to laugh out loud as a way of welcoming happiness and positive energy. The ritual also includes prayers, holy water and blessings from temple priests.
It is this rather unusual combination of screaming, laughter and spiritual cleansing that makes the experience stand out. And going by Shikhar and Sophie’s account, it seems even those who think they are too calm to participate might end up joining in!
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There’s plenty more to this conversation! Watch the full episode of Sunday Brunch, dropping soon on Curly Tales’ YouTube channel and Netflix!
Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/sophiedhawan93
FAQs
Why do people scream at Beji Griya Waterfall Temple?
Visitors scream under the waterfall as part of a spiritual purification ritual believed to help release negative emotions and energy.
What is the Melukat ritual in Bali?
Melukat is a traditional Balinese Hindu purification ceremony that involves holy water and prayers to cleanse the mind and spirit.
Why do people laugh at Beji Griya Waterfall Temple?
After screaming under one waterfall, visitors are encouraged to laugh under another as a way of letting go of negativity and welcoming positive energy.
