Ganesh Chaturthi brings an undeniable wave of devotion, colour, and festive cheer across the country. The streets light up with massive pandals, grand processions, and an unmissable energy as devotees prepare to welcome Lord Ganesha into their homes and hearts. Beyond the rituals, it is a time when people pause, come together, and immerse themselves in the surrounding joy.
For actor Priom Gujjar, who has been capturing viewers’ attention as Raj Bundela in Zee TV’s Lakshmi Niwas, the festive season offers a welcome change of pace. On screen, Priom takes on an intense, multi-layered role. His character, Raj, initially appeared to be the ideal, loving husband to Bhoomika (played by Riya Munjal), but as the plot unravelled, viewers discovered a darker, highly complex layer: a fiercely possessive and obsessive lover whose overwhelming emotions push him to unpredictable extremes to guard what he considers his.
Portraying such an intense persona requires significant emotional investment, making festive moments off-screen all the more meaningful. Speaking about the spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi, Priom shared what truly makes the festival special for him. “One of the absolute highlights of Ganesh Chaturthi for me is the sheer power of its music. The thunderous beat of the dhol-tasha, the reverberating chants, and the sound of grand celebrations around you create an electric energy that is simply impossible to ignore.”
He went on to reflect on how the festive rhythm has a way of stopping people in their tracks and inviting them to share in the collective happiness:
“Even if you are just casually passing by a procession, you find yourself pausing for a moment, taking a breath, and soaking it all in. There is something intensely infectious about that rhythm and excitement.”
For Priom, this spontaneous joy serves as a gentle reminder of how to embrace the present moment. “It reminds us that celebrations don’t always need a meticulous plan; sometimes, you just need to step right into the moment and let the energy take over.”
