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15:17 (IST) October 31
Avantika embraces her culture and sends Diwali greetings to fans; admits: ‘I often have difficulty with…’
Former child star Avantika has grown up and is making waves in the West with her various Hollywood film projects. On the occasion of Diwali, the beauty won the hearts of fans with a touching message celebrating her Indian heritage.
The actress took to social media to share beautiful pictures of herself in a dazzling white saree as she extended Diwali greetings to everyone. In her note, she reflected on cultural pride and the importance of community.
Avantika started her post by writing, “Happy Diwali! If it’s not too much to ask, in the spirit of Diwali, I ask you to donate some money to young children in India.”
Her message further emphasized the immense gratitude she feels for “the food on my table, the roof over my head and the loved ones around me is greater than ever before.”
In an open and vulnerable moment, the actress also shared the complexities she faces as a Hindu and second-generation immigrant in the United States. She admitted, “I often struggle to find places in America where I can openly embrace my culture and heritage.” She added, “And so when I get the opportunity, I am grateful and deeply grateful that I get to celebrate this holiday among the people I love and admire in every way.”
15:05 (IST) October 31
Diwali 2024: Kareena Kapoor, Akshay Kumar, Parineeti Chopra and others convey heartfelt wishes; REVEAL their party plans
As Diwali 2024 is celebrated today, the festival lights up homes and hearts across the country and beyond, celebrating joy, hope and unity. The vibrant spirit of Diwali unites families and friends as Bollywood celebrities help spread the cheer this year. Social media is filled with festive wishes from stars like Kareena Kapoor Khan, Akshay Kumar and Parineeti Chopra for Diwali 2024.
Their warm messages encourage everyone to celebrate with love, happiness and gratitude, capturing the essence of the festival and inspiring fans to embrace togetherness. Akshay Kumar shared a warm Diwali wish on his Instagram stories, while Kareena Kapoor Khan posted a picture with her ‘Singham Again’ co-stars to greet her.
Parineeti Chopra expressed her Diwali wishes by writing, “May this Diwali bring light to your heart and warmth to those around you. Let’s celebrate safely and consciously, and keep the joy bright for everyone around us.”
13:51 (IST) October 31
Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna light up Diwali with new ‘Pushpa 2’ poster
Superstars Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna have set off the fireworks with their new ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ poster, unveiled to celebrate Diwali with fans.
The poster features the duo in their iconic roles as Pushpa Raj and Srivalli, together, staring into each other’s eyes, creating excitement among the fans. In the vibrant new poster, Allu rocks his intense and rugged style, while Rashmika looks radiant in her green saree. “Happy Diwali,” the co-stars captioned the post they shared on their social media handles.
13:23 (IST) October 31
Varun Sharma on celebrating ‘gharwali Diwali’
Actor Varun Sharma, known for ‘Fukrey’, ‘Dilwale’, ‘Chhichhore’ and others, has shared that he is celebrating a ‘gharwali Diwali’ with his family by spending some quality time with them and indulging in delectable food . .
The actor told IANS: “My Diwali plans are very simple, it’s just going to be a very gharwali Diwali for me. I’m just going to be home with my family and eat some good food. And simply, it will be a catch-up session with the whole family together. Just be at home and celebrate the festival of lights with lots of love, laughter and delicious home-cooked food.”
He further said, “Every year I celebrate Diwali alone with my family. I try and I try to be home for Diwali. And every year is the same. The whole family sits together. We catch up, listen to some great old music and listen to a playlist that my mother loves. We eat fantastic food and catch up. Just having a great time just being us as a family and celebrating.”
1:00 PM (IST) October 31
Diwali 2024: Bebo’s holiday wish has our hearts!
12:47 (IST) October 31
Orry has always thrown the wildest parties in town; and this year he thought it should be special. With the holidays just around the corner, he’s sent out a pretty loud invitation not only to family and friends, but also to paparazzi: He wanted to share the world with his life and the holiday spirit he was enjoying. In the recent video, Orry is seen talking to the paps and asking, “Diwali party par kyu ni aye”? One of the paps replied, “Bhai apne bulaya hi nahi tha”.
12:22 (IST) October 31
Natasa Stankovic made a stunning appearance at a Bollywood Diwali party hosted by producer Nikhil Dwivedi in Mumbai on Tuesday evening. She was accompanied by her fitness coach, Aleksandar Alex. The couple dazzled in matching outfits that exuded elegance and charm and immediately caught the attention of the photographers.
11:58 (IST) October 31
Diwali 2024: Shraddha Kapoor shares beautiful pictures
11:27 (IST) October 31
The cast of ‘Singham Again’, who are gearing up for the Diwali release of their film, are busy promoting their much-awaited film. Recently, the stars of the film Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff, Arjun Kapoor along with director Rohit Shetty stepped out in their best to attend Diwali celebrations organized by politician Raj Thackeray. Ahead of the release of their action drama film, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff, Arjun Kapoor and Rohit Shetty reached Shivaji Park in Mumbai to attend the Diwali event. They were also congratulated by Raj Thackeray
11:07 (IST) October 31
Diwali 2024: Karan Johar shares a message on loneliness during Diwali celebrations: When will I get rid of single status?’
In a recent Instagram post, Karan Johar opened up about his feelings of loneliness and single status in a candid reflection shared alongside photos of his Diwali party style. At 52, the celebrated filmmaker is still single, and his heartfelt caption struck a chord with many followers. Writing in Devnagari script, Karan expressed that despite having familiar faces around him during festivals, he often feels alone. His caption read: ‘Diwali ki raate, itni mulakate, itni saari baatein, bheed mein fir bhi tanhai, single status se kab hogi judaai’ which translates to ‘Diwali nights, meeting so many familiar faces, yet there is still a feeling of loneliness in the crowd; When will I get rid of this single status?” Impeccably dressed in a black suit adorned with gold thread on the shoulders, Karan looked dapper, and a striking emerald green statement ring completed his festive look.
10:46 (IST) October 31
Diwali 2024: The Khan family is all set to welcome the festival of lights!
10:23 (IST) October 31
Diwali 2024: Sidharth Malhotra-Kiara Advani spotted at the airport ahead of the festival
The festival of lights is here and Bollywood is all set to let loose and have a blast! While some Bollywood celebrities prefer to stay home and celebrate the festival, others head out in style for a much-needed break. Last night, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani were spotted at the airport. It was not clear whether the duo celebrated Diwali at Sidharth’s house in Delhi or went on a holiday, but dressed in simple casual wear, the couple was the cynosure of all eyes.
The festival of lights is here! Yes, as the entire country is celebrating Diwali today, our Bollywood brigade is no different. Traditionally, Diwali has always been an exciting festival for all the Bollywood celebrities, who, dressed in their elaborate finery, get to participate in the festivities with immense pomp and show. To top it all off, the famous Diwali celebrations are always on everyone’s minds as the crème de la crème of the tinsel town gather for some fun during this festive period. Besides other stars, film families like the Kapoors are known to throw lavish Diwali parties, with stars like Randhir Kapoor, Babita, Karisma Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and others in attendance. Apart from this, Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat house was recently seen decorated as Khan’s birthday falls just two days later on November 2, making it a double whammy for the family. A recent video shared by ANI shows Shah Rukh’s iconic Mumbai residence, Mannat, beautifully decorated with festive lights in preparation for the festivities. The house was lit up and attracted many fans who gathered outside to capture the moment and take photos in front of the famous landmark. This annual tradition highlights the deep bond between Shah Rukh and his devoted fan base, who flock to Mannat to celebrate with him at special events. On the other hand, while some stars prefer to stay home during Diwali, others head out for a much-needed break. Recently, Kareena and Saif were spotted at the airport with their kids. While Saif Ali Khan looked quite dapper in a kurta-pajama set with a slicked back hairstyle. He carried Jeh in his arms. Meanwhile, Bebo opted for a casual purple co-ord set with sunglasses. Saif was wished a Happy Diwali by the paps and he wished them the same. Before that, Kareena embraced the festive vibe on Dhanteras, wearing a beautiful traditional pink suit that perfectly channeled her inner ‘desi Barbie’. This outfit was accessorized with elegant juttis and a beige handbag, creating a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity. To accessorize her look, she wore long earrings and a bindi, while her hair was styled simply, with sunglasses on her head. As she prepared to get into her car, Kareena gave a friendly wave to the photographers. Not only this, Diwali also proves to be a fashion brigade of sorts for fans as they can’t get enough of their favorite stars and their breathtaking looks. Be it celebrity spotting, fashion looks and more, we have it all on Diwali. Stay updated with the best Diwali content on ETimes!