Feb 27: This Holi, WhatsApp is helping users keep celebrations brighter, closer, and more connected with a range of features designed to make planning, sharing, and celebrating easier than ever.
From spontaneous party plans and vibrant group chats to colour-splashed selfies and long-distance family calls, Holi is a festival powered by connection. WhatsApp’s latest features ensure that every splash, laugh, and last-minute plan is seamlessly shared.
Plan the Party with Voice Chat
Coordinating Holi celebrations in busy group chats just got easier. With Voice Chat, users can start a live audio conversation within their group, allowing members to join when they’re available — without the disruption of traditional group calls.
Whether finalising the venue, assigning who’s bringing the gujiyas, or locking in the playlist, Voice Chat enables quick decisions with zero missed calls and no constant ringing.
Turn Holi Moments into Musical Memories
Holi isn’t just seen — it’s felt. With the ability to add music to Status updates, users can transform colour-filled moments into mini celebrations.
From festive looks and water balloon action shots to slow-motion colour bursts, simply tap the music icon while uploading a Status to add a favourite festive track — making every shared moment more immersive.
Schedule Calls in Advance
For those bringing together friends and family ahead of Holi, WhatsApp’s Scheduled Calls feature allows users to plan video calls in advance. By tapping the “+” icon in the Calls tab and selecting Scheduled Calls, users can set a time and invite participants — ensuring everyone receives timely notifications.
It’s an ideal way to coordinate meet-ups, plan surprises, or include loved ones celebrating from afar.
Group Chats, Upgraded
Holi plans often live inside group chats, and new updates make them even more dynamic. Users can now:
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Add Member Tags to show roles within groups (host, DJ, snack-in-charge)
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Turn messages into Text Stickers instantly
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Set Event Reminders so no one misses the party or call
These enhancements bring more organisation and personality to festive coordination.
Status Reimagined: Share Every Splash Creatively
WhatsApp Status now offers more ways to showcase Holi highlights:
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Use Layout to create a collage with up to six photos
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Turn favourite images into Photo Stickers
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Use Add Yours to start a festive chain and see how friends are celebrating
With these features rolling out, sharing Holi moments becomes more creative, interactive, and personal.
From neighbourhood gatherings to cross-country video calls, Holi is about togetherness. Whether celebrating in person or through a screen, WhatsApp continues to help people stay in sync.
This Holi, make every message brighter, every call louder, and every shared moment more colourful.