Festive season kick-started with Ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri, Durga Puja, Dussehra, Karwa Chauth and now Dhanteras and Diwali. The vibe and atmosphere of every city is different and joyous. Simaran Kaur is soaking in all the happiness and celebrations happening all around. The ‘Tose Naina Milaike’ actress talks about how excited she is.
“The best part is that every city has its distinct way of celebration, which adds to the excitement. For me, as an actor, it’s also an exciting time because these festivals often inspire beautiful and emotional storylines in shows and films I work on. It’s a time when I get to connect with the audience on a deeper level as we all share the festive spirit together. Overall, the festive season is a time of positivity, love, and tradition, and I can’t help but feel blessed to be a part of it,” she says.
The festive season makes the actor feel cheerful and full of energy. “It’s like a burst of happiness in my life. It makes me smile more and feel grateful. I love how it brings people together,” she adds.
For festival celebrations, good company is a must. She adds, “Many festivals have unique customs and rituals that are best experienced in the company of those who understand and appreciate them. Good company can enhance these traditions and make them more meaningful. My favourite festival is Diwali. I love it because it’s a festival of lights, happiness, and togetherness. The bright decorations, beautiful lamps, and colourful rangoli designs make everything look so pretty. Plus, I get to spend time with my family, exchange gifts, and enjoy delicious sweets,” she says.
Previously we used to plan well in advance about festivals but nowadays we celebrate instantly and gifting patterns and meeting people on festivals has also changed. Rather than making calls, these days we wish each other via messages.
Agreeing, she adds, “I do think there’s been a shift in the way we celebrate festivals. In the past, we used to plan for festivals well ahead of time. It was a time when we would eagerly prepare for weeks. We tend to celebrate spontaneously, and gifting has also evolved, with digital gift cards and online shopping becoming more common. While the way we celebrate has changed, the essence of the festivals and the love and warmth we share remain the same. It’s essential to adapt to the changing times while preserving the core values and traditions that make festivals special. So, in a way, we’re evolving, but the spirit of the festivals still lives on.”
