Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt visited Nepal's Pashupatinath Temple on Friday, January 9, to offer prayers. Arriving Thursday for a short trip aimed at boosting tourism, Dutt expressed his affection for Nepal. Nepal Tourism Board officials stated that visits by Indian celebrities like Dutt help promote tourism from the Indian market. The actor, who also attended a casino inauguration during his visit, departed for Mumbai after praying at the sacred shrine amidst tight security.