Melvin Ho has his cheeks pierced with a skewer as he prepares for Thaipusam procession in Singapore
Melvin Ho, 49, has his cheeks pierced with a skewer as he prepares for the Thaipusam procession in the Sri Srivinasa Perumal Temple in Singapore January 22, 2008. Thaipusam, a Hindu festival observed on the full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai, is celebrated in honour of Lord Muruga. REUTERS/Sulastri Osman (SINGAPORE)