Bhagyashree's Dussehra message: Burn inner evils, not just Ravan
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Key Takeaways
Actress Bhagyashree has marked Dussehra 2026 with a message that goes beyond the ritual burning of Ravan, urging people to confront and overcome their own negative traits — including anger, jealousy, ego, and overthinking. The appeal came via her regular social media series on Instagram, where she has been sharing wellness and lifestyle guidance with her followers.
The Message Behind the Moment
In a video posted as part of her ongoing series 'Tuesday Tips with B,' the 'Maine Pyaar Kiya' actress drew a direct parallel between the mythological battle of good over evil and the everyday struggles people face within themselves. She framed personal bad habits — lying, gossiping, jealousy, ego, and overthinking — as the modern-day equivalents of Ravan, and encouraged viewers to see their own inner goodness as the Ram within.
What Bhagyashree Said
In the video, Bhagyashree said: 'Achchai ki burai par jeet. Yeh sirf Ram aur Ravan ki kahaani nahi, hum sabki kahaani hai. Kyuki hum sabme Ram baste hai, aur hamari buri aadatein Ravan hai.' (Victory of good over evil. This is not just the story of Ram and Ravan, but a story that relates to all of us. Lord Ram resides within each of us, while our bad habits represent the Ravan within.)
She added: 'Yad rakhe, aapki apni journey unique hai. Ahankar aur overthinking se zindagi nahi chalti... Jo apne haath mein nahi hai, usse chhod do. Aur sabse zaruri, dimaag ke shor ko shant kijiye, aur inner peace feel kijiye.' (Remember, your journey is unique. Ego and overthinking cannot help you move forward... Let go of things beyond your control. Most importantly, quieten the noise in your mind and experience inner peace.)
Wrapping up her appeal, she said: 'Is dashara sirf Ravan ko hi nahi, apne andar ki buraiyon ko bhi dahan karo.' (This Dussehra, burn not just the effigy of Ravan, but also the evils within yourself.)
Social Media Caption and Broader Resonance
Bhagyashree captioned the post: 'This Dussehra, let's go beyond burning Ravan and work on the negativity within us. From anger and jealousy to ego and overthinking, let's make space for peace, gratitude and growth. We all have a little Ram and Ravan within us, let's reflect on our habits and nurture the good within. Happy Dussehra.'
The message reflects a growing trend among public figures using religious festivals as platforms for mental wellness advocacy — notably steering conversations toward gratitude, self-reflection, and emotional balance.
Bollywood Joins the Celebrations
Bhagyashree was among several prominent film personalities who marked Dussehra on social media. Others who extended their greetings included Kareena Kapoor Khan, Anil Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, Hema Malini, and Sara Ali Khan, reflecting a wider wave of festive engagement from the Hindi film industry.
As Dussehra 2026 is observed across India, Bhagyashree's message offers a timely reminder that the festival's symbolism extends well beyond the ceremonial — into the realm of personal accountability and inner transformation.