Soniya Bansal, who shot to fame with Bigg Boss 17, has been taking up projects across different mediums and making her presence felt in showbiz. This Navratri, the actress spoke about her own connection with the festival, the memories she has of celebrating it at home and why she believes faith matters more than following a set routine. Soniya also spoke about fasting and shared her favourite dish to enjoy during the festive season.
For Soniya, Navratri is about worshipping Maa Durga. But there’s a flip side to the festival she holds dear to her heart: the memories of celebrating it with her family when she was younger.
Soniya spoke about the significance of the festival for her, saying, “For me, Navratri is a time to connect with Maa Durga and seek her blessings. I think the festival also reminds us to be strong, to have faith and to keep going, even when life is hard. Navratri reminds me of the times when celebrating festivals at home used to be so simple and special. Everything was different: the excitement, the preparations, the time spent with family enjoying the festive atmosphere. I think as we get older and busier with work, we sometimes skip over those little moments. Even today, Navratri gives me a feeling of positivity and reminds me to slow down for a while, be thankful for what I have and start afresh with good thoughts.”
Does Soniya Bansal Fast During Navratri? The actress doesn’t believe there is one right way to celebrate Navratri. With work commitments to manage, she tries to make time for the festival in a way that suits her.
Food is another part of the celebrations she enjoys. She stated, “I try to celebrate Navratri in a way that I can enjoy the festival and also take care of my work commitments. Fasting is a personal decision, and I believe that the devotion behind it is more important than following a certain routine. I love the festival as much as the food of the festival. There is something special about sitting together and eating food at a festival. If I have to choose a favourite, it would be Sabudana Khichdi. I love how simple but delicious it can be. For me, festivals are not just about what we eat or wear. It is also about the happiness, positivity and memories that we create with the people around us.”
