This Diwali, Teja Sajja is over the moon with the success of his film, *Mirai*. The actor attributes his film’s triumph to divine blessings and the unwavering support of his fans. Reflecting on the theme of his movie, Teja shares, "*Mirai* is about light conquering darkness. I'll be spending Diwali with my parents. At the moment, there’s no one special in my life besides them. Next Diwali, my relationship will change." It seems that Teja is hinting at exciting changes in his personal life by the next festival of lights.
“This Diwali couldn’t get any happier. My film *Mirai* is a success, thanks to the force above (God) and the force below (the audience).”
For Shabana Azmi, Diwali is all about celebrating India's rich cultural tapestry. She shares that her father, Kaifi Azmi, instilled the tradition of celebrating various festivals to honor India's syncretic culture, a practice she continues with great enthusiasm. Shabana recently hosted a vibrant gathering with her girl gang, ‘Dher Saara Pyar,’ to celebrate Tannishtha Chatterjee’s win at Busan. "Tonight, we’re having an intimate gathering at Tanve Baba’s, and tomorrow, Javed and I will host a medium-sized Taash (cards) party—mostly family and close friends," says Shabana. She’s particularly excited about introducing Mahjong to the party, courtesy of her godchild, Namrata Goel.
Diwali holds a special place in Adivi Sesh’s heart, bringing back fond memories of his childhood in California. He fondly recalls lighting diyas, praying together, and sharing sweets as the essence of his Diwali celebrations, emphasizing the joy of family reunions. "I love celebrating, though this year I’m a bit injured," he admits, hoping for a speedy recovery while caring for his beloved pets. Despite the injury, the spirit of Diwali shines brightly in his heart.
Abhishek Bachchan is riding high on the wave of success this Diwali after clinching a major award for his performance in *I Want To Talk*. For Abhishek, Diwali is a time for family and friends, and this year, the celebrations feel particularly vibrant. "I am feeling more Diwali-ish than ever," he shares, basking in the glow of both personal and professional achievements.