Festive spirit in full glow as COLORS’ stars celebrate Lohri and Makar Sankranti

Karan Kundrra from COLORS’ ‘Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment’ shares,* _“As a kid, Lohri was simply about having fun – the music, the dancing, the food, and how it brought everyone together. But over the years, I’ve realised how deeply it is woven into my family’s identity and upbringing. Although I couldn’t be a part of the Lohri special episode on Laughter Chefs, I absolutely loved watching it. The energy, the colours, and the festive vibe felt like home. What makes this time even more special for me is that I get to celebrate not just Lohri, but Makar Sankranti as well with Tejasswi. She introduced me to how Makar Sankranti is celebrated in her family, and I find it amazing that the same turning point of winter is marked so differently across India. It’s endearing that while traditions may vary, the emotions remain the same. I hope there is food on every plate and happiness in every home. Wishing everyone a very happy Lohri and Makar Sankranti!”

Priyanka Chahar Choudhary essaying the titular role in ‘Naagin 7’ shares,* _“I am not a Punjabi, but Lohri has always been one of those festivals that felt like a chance to re-do the new year celebrations. During my Udaariyaan days in Chandigarh, we celebrated Lohri with so much love, the bonfire, the music, the laughter, and of course, all the delicious food. I remember how the entire vibe would just wrap you in this beautiful sense of togetherness. This year, I’m welcoming Lohri with a new family – the team of Naagin 7. I’m extremely grateful to the viewers for showering so much love on the show and making it India’s most loved mytho-fantasy. The year has begun on a wonderful note for me, and I promise to continue giving my best to entertain the audience. Festivals like Lohri make me especially happy because they bring families together, and I pray that all those reunions are full of love. Happy Lohri!”

Ayesha Singh, who plays Mannat in COLORS’ ‘Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki’, shares,* _“Every year, I look forward to the bonfire, singing old folk songs, and enjoying gajak and til laddoos with my loved ones on Lohri. It’s time to slow down, savour the little joys of life, practise gratitude, and put my socialising cap on – catching up on what’s been happening in the lives of the people I care about. This year feels especially exciting because I’ll be celebrating Lohri with the cast of Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki. As the show moves through important turns in Mannat’s journey, marking the festival with my onscreen family adds an extra layer of meaning. I might even get inspired by my character Mannat, who is a chef, and try preparing some Lohri delicacies myself. Here’s wishing everyone a very Happy Lohri!”

Rishita Kothari, who essays the role of Seher in COLORS’ ‘Seher Hone Ko Hai’, shares,* _“I’m grateful to have had an exciting year with Seher Hone Ko Hai garnering love and appreciation from viewers. Amid the show’s shoot schedule, I’m going to be celebrating Makar Sankranti, one of my favourite festivals. It instantly takes me back to my childhood, when I would run to the terrace with my family, carrying tilgul laddoos, other snacks, our kites and speakers for music. We would cheer loudly every time our kite stayed afloat in the sky. I clearly remember holding the firki for my dad and encouraging him to cut other people’s kites. We were always a team, and those moments brought us so much joy. As we grew older and life became busier, many of these traditions changed. But no matter what, I still try to make time to meet my friends and extended family in the evening, enjoy lots of homemade food and cherish the little quality time we get together. Festivals like these remind us to pause and stay connected to our loved ones, even in the middle of our hectic lives.”

Manasi Salvi, who essays the role of Bhanu in COLORS’ ‘Mahadev & Sons’ shares,* _”Being a Maharashtrian, Makar Sankranti holds a very special place in my heart. I grew up watching my aai and ajji make fresh Tilgul and Puran Poli early in the morning, while the house was packed with warmth and festive energy. One tradition I have followed since childhood and still do is waking up early on Sankranti and sharing tilgul while saying ‘tilgul ghya goad goad bola’. As kids, we would rush to the terrace with our kites and spend hours laughing, competing, and soaking in the winter sun. Even today, no matter how busy my schedule gets, I make it a point to celebrate the festival the traditional way. This year, I plan to take tilgul for my co-stars on the sets of Mahadev & Sons and share a little bit of home and happiness with them.”

Jasmeet Kaur, who essays the role of Heer in COLORS’ ‘Tu Juliet Jatt Di’ shared,* _“Growing up in Meerut, I’d wait all year for that bonfire, the dhol beats that make your heart race, and my mom’s sarson ka saag that somehow tastes better on Lohri night. My family goes all out with endless Gidda circles, and Bhangra moves. They are overjoyed to see the recognition I’m getting as Heer. I’m going to miss them while I celebrate Lohri with my Tu Juliet Jatt Di family. What’s exciting is that I’ll be introducing this festival to my co-stars on the show. Lohri taught me that the best celebrations are the ones where you’re surrounded by people who feel like home. May the fire burn away all worries, bring new beginnings, and light up your lives with joy.”

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