Jhaadu Golf: Diwali Kitty Party Game Rules and Twists
Jhaadu Golf is a Diwali safai themed kitty party game where each lady uses a phool jhaadu (broom) to sweep a crumpled newspaper ball and small paper bits through a goal made of two unlit diyas in 30 seconds. The lady with the most points wins: 5 for the big ball, 1 for every small paper bit that goes through, and minus 1 for every bit left behind. The crazy twist is that one eye is covered with a dupatta, as if dust got into it during Diwali cleaning. It needs only things already in the house and works for 8 to 20 ladies in 10 to 15 minutes.
Jhaadu Golf in pictures
What do you need to play Jhaadu Golf?
- One phool jhaadu (soft grass broom)
- One big crumpled newspaper ball, pressed tight
- Two empty, unlit clay diyas or small steel katoris for the goal
- A dupatta or scarf to cover one eye
- About 10 small paper balls per turn as the kachra (scrap paper, not food)
- A phone timer set to 30 seconds
How to play Jhaadu Golf, step by step
- Place two empty, unlit diyas on the floor near the door about 1 foot apart. The gap between them is the goal.
- Mark a start line about 3 big steps away from the goal.
- Tie a dupatta at a slant across the player's face so that one eye is covered and the other is open.
- The host puts the big newspaper ball on the start line and scatters 10 small paper balls around it as the kachra.
- Start the 30 second timer. The player sweeps the big ball and as many paper bits as she can through the gap between the diyas using only the jhaadu.
- Count the score: 5 points for the big ball, 1 point for each small paper ball through the goal, and minus 1 for each one still behind. Reset for the next lady.
Rules: how do you win?
- Only the jhaadu may touch the balls. Anything pushed with a hand or foot does not count.
- If a diya falls or moves, the player loses 2 points.
- If the dupatta slips and both eyes are open, that round scores 0.
- The lady with the most points is crowned the Safai Queen.
Fun twists to make it crazier
- Final round: bring the diyas closer, only half a foot apart.
- Saas mode: the host stands behind the player and keeps saying "yahan bhi kachra hai!" to distract her.
- Jodi round: two ladies share one jhaadu, holding it together, and both cover one eye.
Tips for the host
- Never light the diyas for this game, and move any glass or fragile decor out of the way first.
- Use scrap paper for the kachra instead of puffed rice or other food, so nothing is wasted.
- A soft phool jhaadu works better than a stiff kharata broom on tiles.
- Keep a few spare paper balls ready so each player gets a fresh set of 10.
Frequently asked questions
How many players do you need for Jhaadu Golf?
Any number from 4 upwards. For 8 to 20 ladies, each plays one 30 second turn and the top 3 can play a final.
What do you need to play Jhaadu Golf?
A phool jhaadu, a newspaper ball, two unlit diyas, a dupatta, some scrap paper balls and a phone timer. Everything is already at home.
Is Jhaadu Golf a good Diwali kitty party game?
Yes. It turns the Diwali safai everyone is busy with into a funny game, and the one eye dupatta twist makes even a simple sweep hard.
How long does Jhaadu Golf take?
Each turn is 30 seconds plus a short reset, so 15 ladies finish in about 10 to 15 minutes.
Is Jhaadu Golf safe to play indoors?
Yes, as long as the diyas are never lit and fragile things are moved away. Play on a clear floor, and older ladies can sweep at their own pace.
After the game, play Housie
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