A Panjamuga (Panchamukhi) Hanuman kolu doll is a traditional, hand-painted festive figurine depicting Lord Hanuman with five divine faces, commonly displayed during the Navaratri festival.
Significance of the Five Faces
The five faces represent different deities and divine attributes:
Hanuman (East): Bestows purity, peace, and devotion.
Narasimha (South): Removes fear and grants courage.
Garuda (West): Offers protection from negative energies.
Varaha / Adivaraha (North): Bestows prosperity and wealth.
Hayagriva (Upward): Blesses with knowledge and wisdom.