This year has been particularly special for actor Adah Sharma, who describes it as a “Diwali dhamaka”. With a series of successful projects including Bastar: The Naxal Story, web series Sunflower and Reeta Sanyal, she reflects on her journey with gratitude. “For an actor to get so many varied roles in a single year is so special, and I feel blessed,” she says, adding, “My team and I are exhilarated as it will be a big celebration for all of us.

We even got a sweet dish made at home and brought our dabbas to eat together. So, it already feels festive and I want to give thanks — that is my way of celebrating.” Also Read: From Ekta Kapoor, Ramesh Taurani to Anil Kapoor, Shilpa Shetty: A low-down on this year’s Diwali bashes A post shared by Adah Sharma (@adah_ki_adah) Ask her about any Diwali gift she’s received that she treasures and the 32-year-old says, “My most special gift is usually what my nani gives me; anything she gives me is special.

I usually ask her for hand-me-downs of her own sarees, but she always buys a new one and gives it to me.” In terms of her own preference, Adah’s Diwali attire typically consists of the elegant Kerala saree, the cream fabric adorned with a gold border. Talking about this year’s celebration, the actor goes on to share the importance of puja in her life, which extends beyond a Diwali tradition as it has become a part of her every day life.

“I’ve always been taught that every day of your life should be celebrated.