Bhojpuri actress Akshara Singh has spoken about the profound impact Chhath Puja has had on her life, saying the festival has brought her a sense of mental peace she values above material wealth. The actress opened up about how observing the annual festival has shaped her professional journey, personality, and family relationships.

A Life-Changing Festival

Singh said that ever since she began observing Chhath Puja, she has noticed a positive transformation in her surroundings and personal life. She was candid about her shift in priorities, emphasising that financial success, while necessary, pales in comparison to inner peace.

'Since I started Chhath, my life has changed. I don't believe in money. It comes and goes. We work hard, we will earn somehow. But the changes that have come in life, whether it is related to work or your personality, I feel that these changes give you mental peace. And at the end of the day, your mental peace is very important,' she said.

What Chhath Means to Her

The actress described a holistic shift — one that extends beyond personal well-being to her family and home. 'So, I think I am just enjoying my life. And since I started Chhath, I feel that my world, my family, my home, everything seems to be changing. A very good change,' she added.

Singh also shared a video on Instagram offering a glimpse into her Chhath Puja celebrations, in which she is seen preparing traditional festive offerings and participating in the rituals associated with the festival.

Akshara Singh's Professional Journey

Known for her work in Bhojpuri cinema, Singh has delivered notable performances in films including 'Tabadala', 'Sarkar Raj', and 'Satya'. She also participated in the first season of the reality show 'Bigg Boss OTT' in 2021, which further boosted her national profile. The actress, who commands a significant following in the Bhojpuri film belt, is considered one of the genre's prominent faces.

The Significance of Chhath

Chhath Puja is one of the most widely observed Hindu festivals, particularly in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and among diaspora communities across India. Dedicated to the sun god Surya, the festival involves rigorous fasting, ritual bathing, and offerings at sunrise and sunset. For public figures like Singh, public expressions of faith during Chhath often resonate deeply with their core audience base. Singh's comments reflect a broader cultural conversation about spirituality, identity, and well-being in the entertainment industry.