"To me, Diwali means a time of celebration, get-togethers, having delicious food, and prayers to thank God for abundance and growth," says actor Jasmine Bhasin, who was recently seen in the Punjabi language film Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di. Having grown up in Kota, Rajasthan, Bhasin, who now lives in Mumbai, shares that Diwali reminds her of home and evokes nostalgia. “My fondest Diwali memories are from home in Kota, where I grew up in a joint family.
Every year was so much fun with family vacations, new clothes, and everyone playing specific roles in the celebration. My chachas would get the patakhas. It was a beautiful way to bring positivity and festivities together.
It's something I really miss.” Also Read: Diwali 2024 | Nimrat Kaur: Diwali has always been about being home A post shared by Jasmine Bhasin (@jasminbhasin2806) This year, Bhasin's plans are especially meaningful. "I really love celebrating festivals, and Diwali is one of my favourites.
My mom is traveling from Kota to Mumbai because she knows I feel sad alone on Diwali , since it’s all about family and friends," she says, adding, "Last year, I missed it all because I was shooting for Carry On Jattiye in London and was away from home. Despite that, my amazing team celebrated Diwali with me in London." With her mother visiting, Jasmine looks forward to hosting a Diwali dinner with close friends and her partner Aly Goni in attendance.
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