As we get into a mood of playing with colours, Niharika Chouksey, who plays Anu in Zee TV’s Tumm Se Tumm Tak, produced by Studio LSD, shares her fond Holi memories, favourite songs, and playful plans for this year.
For Niharika, Holi is deeply emotional and joyful. “Holi is all about happiness and togetherness for me. It is the time when everyone forgets fights and just enjoys the moment. I have so many childhood memories of playing with colours, eating sweets, and spending time with my family. It always feels very special and full of positive energy,” she says warmly.
Like many of us, she has had her share of post-Holi struggles. Recalling her most ridiculous attempt to remove stubborn colour, she laughs, “I once tried everything at home to remove the colour. I used besan, malai, lemon, oil, and even scrubbed way too much. I looked like I was doing some strange skincare experiment. And after all that, the colour still stayed for two days!”
When it comes to playful revenge, Niharika already has someone in mind. “If on set, then I would definitely target Saarvie, who plays my friend Simran in the show. I would love to see her reaction and do some prank on her,” she reveals mischievously.
Talking about her Holi style quotient, the actress keeps it classic. “I would choose white. Holi feels incomplete without wearing white. The colours look so beautiful on it. I keep my look simple and comfortable — very minimal makeup and clothes that I can easily move around in.”
No Holi celebration is complete without music, and Niharika has her favourites lined up. “I love ‘Balam Pichkari’ from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. It just makes you want to dance instantly. ‘Panwadi’ from Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is also becoming a festive favourite. It brings out the true Holi spirit and instantly gets everyone grooving and singing along.”
And what about the perfect excuse after drenching someone with a water balloon? Niharika keeps it simple. “Honestly, why give an excuse? It is Holi. It is a festival of colours and pure madness. If I drench someone, I just laugh and say, ‘Happy Holi!’ I actually love applying colours to people. That is the whole fun of the festival.”
As for her plans this year, work calls — but that won’t dampen her festive spirit. “This year, I will be on set. If we get some time between shoots, we will celebrate there itself. It is always fun celebrating with the cast and crew, even if it is just for a short time.”
