Surbhi Chandna's third Karwa Chauth with Karan Sharma: 'Nothing's changed'
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Actress Surbhi Chandna is marking her third Karwa Chauth with husband Karan Sharma, keeping alive the couple's tradition of fasting for each other — and this year, hoping Karan doubles up as her mehndi artist.
The Karwa Chauth Routine
Surbhi offered fans a detailed glimpse into her celebration by sharing a video on Instagram, documenting her day from the early-morning sargi ritual all the way to dressing up in bridal red. 'Time flies and how — celebrating our third year of Karwachauth together,' she wrote in the caption.
In a sweet detail, Surbhi revealed that Karan has taken charge of the kitchen, making ghee parathas for her and not letting her step in to cook. She expressed hope he would also take on mehndi duties for her this time around.
What Surbhi Wrote
'Nothing's changed — Karan and I both will fast for each other, and full marks to KS for his efforts in making ghee parathas since he doesn't let me in the kitchen, and hopefully he will be my mehndi artist today as well,' the actress wrote.
She also shared her delight at a thoughtful sargi surprise from her in-laws, which included red kadas and an assortment of her favourite mithai. 'Received a sweet thoughtful Sargi Surprise by in-laws with these cute red kadas and all my favourite mithai — Happy Karwachauth Ladies and Gents who are fasting,' she added.
About the Tradition
Karva Chauth is observed by Hindu women on the Kartika month of the Vikram Samvat calendar. Women fast from sunrise to moonrise for the safety and long life of their husbands. Notably, Surbhi and Karan both observe the fast — for each other — making theirs a mutual celebration of the tradition.
Surbhi and Karan's Love Story
The couple began dating in 2010 and, after 13 years together, tied the knot in 2024. This makes their 2026 Karwa Chauth the third they are celebrating as a married couple.
Surbhi Chandna's Career
Surbhi made her acting debut in 2009 with a cameo as Sweety in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. She went on to earn widespread recognition for her portrayal of Anika Trivedi Singh Oberoi in Ishqbaaaz and Bani Sharma Singhania in Naagin 5. Her other notable roles include Hayaa Qureshi in Qubool Hai, Dr. Ishani Arora in Sanjivani, and Manmeet Shergill in Sherdil Shergill. In 2024, she also appeared in the web series Rakshak – India's Braves.