Onam is one of the most loved and vibrant festivals celebrated in the southern state of Kerala. It marks the harvest season and also celebrates the return of the legendary King Mahabali, a ruler who is believed to visit his people every year during this time. The festival is not just about rituals, it’s about joy, community, and the spirit of togetherness.

As per the Malayalam calendar, Onam, the annual harvest festival of the state of Kerala, is celebrated for 10 whole days. Here we have compiled some heartfelt Onam messages, wishes, quotes and Thiruvonam WhatsApp Status in English that you can send to your friends and families.
Why is Onam celebrated?
According to legend, King Mahabali was a kind and powerful Asura (demon) king who ruled Kerala long ago. Under his rule, there was peace, happiness, and prosperity. People loved him deeply because he treated everyone equally and made sure no one suffered. His kingdom was so perfect that even the Gods grew jealous.
Fearing that Mahabali's popularity might challenge their powers, the gods approached Lord
Vishnu for help. Vishnu took his fifth avatar, Vamana, a dwarf Brahmin, and went to meet Mahabali. The king, known for his generosity, offered Vamana anything he wanted.
Vamana asked for just three feet of land, and Mahabali agreed. Suddenly, Vamana grew to a massive size. With his first step, he covered the sky; with the second, he covered the earth. Having no place left for the third step, Mahabali humbly offered his own head. Vishnu, impressed by his devotion and humility, granted him a wish, to visit his people once every year.
Onam celebrates this homecoming of King Mahabali, and the people of Kerala welcome him with joy, flowers, food, and love.
When is Thiruvonam?
This year, the Onam celebrations began on August 26, 2025, and the grand finale, known as Thiruvonam, will be observed on Friday, September 5, 2025.
Over the course of these 10 days, homes across Kerala come alive with laughter, music, dance, and, of course, delicious food. One of the most beautiful traditions of Onam is the making of 'Pookalam', which is a colourful floral arrangement made at the entrance of homes. These detailed flower patterns are not just decorations, they are symbolic of a warm welcome to King Mahabali and to all guests who visit during the festival.

As per the Malayalam calendar, Onam, the annual harvest festival of the state of Kerala, is celebrated for 10 whole days. Here we have compiled some heartfelt Onam messages, wishes, quotes and Thiruvonam WhatsApp Status in English that you can send to your friends and families.
Apart from this, Onam is also celebrated with traditional dance forms like Thiruvathirakali, games like Vallamkali or the popular boat race, and a grand vegetarian feast called the Onam Sadhya, which is served on a banana leaf and includes a wide variety of dishes.
And amid these festivities, one of the best ways to spread festive spirit is by sending warm messages and greetings to your loved ones.
Here are some Onam wishes, messages and quotes in Malyalam to share with family and friends
Onam wishes 2025 in English
Onam is a time to honour tradition and celebrate the abundance of nature. May you find joy in the rituals, happiness in the moments, and love in the company of dear ones.
Onam isn't just a festival, it's a feeling of home, hope, and happiness. Wishing you all three in abundance this year. Happy Onam!
May the festival of Onam infuse your days with happiness, your heart with contentment, and your home with laughter. Wishing you a wonderful celebration.

As per the Malayalam calendar, Onam, the annual harvest festival of the state of Kerala, is celebrated for 10 whole days. Here we have compiled some heartfelt Onam messages, wishes, quotes and Thiruvonam WhatsApp Status in English that you can send to your friends and families.
I wish you a bountiful Onam filled with good food, cherished moments, and the company of loved ones. May this festival bring abundance to your life. Happy Onam!
Onam gathers people, traditions and stories into one beautiful celebration. May this year's festival be a gentle reminder of all the good that still surrounds you.
Onam Wishes in Malayalam
“ജീവിതത്തിൽ ധാരാളം പ്രതീക്ഷകളും വെളിച്ചവും നൽകാൻ ഈ ഓണത്തിന് കഴിയട്ടെ, ഓണാശംസകൾ”
“സ്നേഹത്തിൻ്റെ സഹോദര്യത്തിൻ്റെയും ഓണാശംസകൾ നേരുന്നു.”
“പൂക്കളത്തിൻ്റെ നിറങ്ങൾ പോലെ ഈ ഓണാഘോഷത്തിൽ ജീവിതവും വർണാഭമായി തീരട്ടെയെന്ന് ആശംസിക്കുന്നു.”
“ഓർമ്മകളുടെ പൂക്കാലം വിരിയിച്ച് സന്തോഷത്തിൻ്റെ ഓണനാളുകൾ എത്തി കഴിഞ്ഞു. എല്ലാവർക്കും ഓണാശംസകൾ.”
“ഓണമിങ്ങെത്തി. ഓണക്കോടിയുടുത്ത് ഓണപൂക്കളമിട്ട് ഓണസദ്യ കഴിച്ച് ഓണത്തപ്പനായി കാത്തിരിക്കാം. ഹാപ്പി ഓണം!”
“തിരുവോണപ്പുലരിയിൽ തിരുമുൽക്കാഴ്ചവാങ്ങാൻ തിരുമുറ്റമണിഞ്ഞൊരുങ്ങി…തിരുമേനിയെഴുന്നള്ളും സമയമായി… ഹൃദയങ്ങളണിഞ്ഞൊരുങ്ങി… ഓണാശംസകൾ…”

As per the Malayalam calendar, Onam, the annual harvest festival of the state of Kerala, is celebrated for 10 whole days. Here we have compiled some heartfelt Onam messages, wishes, quotes and Thiruvonam WhatsApp Status in English that you can send to your friends and families.
“നാട്ടിലും വീട്ടിലും ആരവങ്ങൾ ചാർത്തി വീണ്ടും ഒരു പൊന്നോണം…
മാവേലി മന്നനെ വരവേൽക്കാൻ നാടും വീടും ഒരുങ്ങുന്ന വേളയിൽ നിങ്ങൾക്കായി ഒരായിരം ഓണാശംസകൾ…”
“ഏവര്ക്കും ഐശ്വര്യത്തിന്റെയും സമ്പല്സമൃദ്ധിയുടെയും ഓണാശംസകള് !”
“ഈ ഓണം നിങ്ങള്ക്ക് സന്തോഷവും ഭാഗ്യവും നല്കട്ടെ. ഏവര്ക്കും ഓണാശംസകള്!”
ഓണം ആശംസകൾ!
Onam quotes in malayalam
“നിങ്ങളുടെ ജീവിതം സമൃദ്ധിയുടെയും സന്തോഷത്തിന്റെയും പുഷ്പങ്ങളാൽ നിറഞ്ഞതായിരിക്കട്ടെ!”
“സദ്യയുടെ രുചികളാൽ നിറഞ്ഞ ഒരു മനോഹര ഓണം കഴിക്കട്ടെ!
ഓണം ആശംസകൾ!”
“ഓണത്തിന് എനിക്കുളള പ്രിയമുത്തശ്ശിയമ്മയ്ക്ക് ഒരായിരം ആശംസകൾ!”
“ദീപ്തിമയമായ ഓണം ആശംസകൾ!”
ഓണത്തിന്റെ പൂവിളക്കുകൾ നിങ്ങളുടെ ജീവിതത്തെ പ്രകാശമാക്കട്ടെ! ഹൃദയം നിറഞ്ഞ ഓണം ആശംസകൾ!”

As per the Malayalam calendar, Onam, the annual harvest festival of the state of Kerala, is celebrated for 10 whole days. Here we have compiled some heartfelt Onam messages, wishes, quotes and Thiruvonam WhatsApp Status in English that you can send to your friends and families.
“മാവേലി നാടിന്റെ മാധുര്യവും ചേർന്ന് ഒരു മനോഹര ഓണം ആഘോഷിക്കൂ!”
“ഓണം ആഘോഷങ്ങൾക്ക് ഹൃദയത്തിൽ നിന്നും വേദിയിടാൻ ആശംസകൾ!”
“ഓർമ്മകളുടെ പൂക്കാലം വിരിയിച്ച് സന്തോഷത്തിൻ്റെ ഓണനാളുകൾ എത്തി കഴിഞ്ഞു. എല്ലാവർക്കും ഓണാശംസകൾ.”
“പൂക്കളത്തിൻ്റെ നിറങ്ങൾ പോലെ ഈ ഓണാഘോഷത്തിൽ ജീവിതവും വർണാഭമായി തീരട്ടെയെന്ന് ആശംസിക്കുന്നു.”