Synopsis
Isha Malviya reveals her cherished Holi tradition, which begins with praying and applying gulaal to God. She fondly recalls family celebrations and the joy of receiving homemade treats from her grandmother, highlighting the contrast between on-screen and real-life festivities.Key Takeaways
- Isha Malviya's Holi starts with prayers.
- Grandmother's gujiyas are a cherished tradition.
- Narmadapura holds precious childhood memories.
- On-screen Holi is different from real-life celebrations.
- Career changes affect family festivities.
Mumbai, March 14 (NationPress) Renowned TV actress Isha Malviya adheres to a unique custom each year during the Holi festivities, stating that she always commences by “praying and applying gulaal” to God first.
"I wouldn’t really label it as a ritual, but it’s a consistent practice I maintain every year — I always start by praying and applying gulal to God first. That’s a step I never overlook. After that, we dive into our Holi celebrations.”
Another cherished custom she mentioned is her grandmother’s homemade gujiyas and various Indian delicacies.
“Even when I’m residing in Mumbai, she ensures to send them my way — it’s a tradition that brings immense comfort and happiness to me," she shared.
The star of “Udaariyaan” reminisced about celebrating the festival of colors in her hometown, Narmadapura, Madhya Pradesh.
"My most unforgettable Holi was when I was about 12-13 years old, celebrating with my family in Madhya Pradesh. Back then, we were all together, and no one had to leave for work or other obligations.”
She ceased participating in Holi with family due to her career.
“As I grew older and left my hometown to advance my career, I began celebrating Holi without my family members nearly every year from the age of 16-17. But those childhood festivities were genuinely special. We would coordinate everything in our village in Narmadapura, and it was always filled with joy and chaos — those moments are incredibly valuable to me," she recounted.
She acknowledges that on-screen Holi differs significantly from real-life celebrations.
"In reality, you simply play, have fun, and don’t stress about anything. However, on set, it’s a task — you must look presentable even while playing Holi. The colors need to be applied in a very careful and proportionate manner, particularly on the cheeks.”
“We often have to film the same scene multiple times, and we’re more concerned about delivering our lines and maintaining our appearance than just freely enjoying the festival," she concluded.
