TV Celebs Childhood Stories: Holi is not just a shower of colours, but a festival of happiness, affection and warmth of relationships. This is that special day when the atmosphere echoes with laughter, childhood mischiefs are remembered again and the moments spent with family and friends become priceless. Amidst the tunes of music and delicious dishes, this festival colors every heart. On this special occasion, Sony SAB’s actors Karuna Pandey, Deeksha Joshi, Rishi Saxena and Shrenu Parikh share what Holi really means to them, from the memorable moments to the traditions that make the celebration even more special every year.
That Holi of Shillong, which still colors the heart
Karuna Pandey, playing Pushpa in Impossible, says, “My funniest Holi memory is from my school days, when my father was posted in Shillong. Mother told us to play only for an hour or two, but we remained immersed in the colors from morning till evening. When the parents came looking for us, they couldn’t even recognize who their child was. We looked like little ghosts completely covered in black and green Even today that memory makes me smile. That carefree happiness is the real meaning of Holi for me.”
Memories of the fragrance of Gujiya and carefree fun
Rishi Saxena, playing the role of Sanjay in Itti Si Khushi, shares, “As a child, Holi was the day when we were free to indulge in mischief without being scolded. I remember we would decide in advance which friend to target and then pretend to run away, but while returning we would come back with a bucket full of colours. By the end of the day no one would be recognized and the real struggle would begin at home, when the colors would not come off for days. I feel that I have spent more time in getting rid of them than in applying colors. Holi seems incomplete without Gujis in North India. It is a festival in which you can completely become a child.
The color of memories of home amid laughter
Deeksha Joshi, playing the role of Deepti in Pushpa Impossible, says, “For the past few years, I have been celebrating Holi in Mumbai. We often go to Madh Island, Raheja Township, where close friends gather. There is an atmosphere of colour, music and laughter. But I miss homemade gujiyas and puas, especially the dishes prepared by hill families on Holi and Diwali. There is something about those flavors that instantly reminds me of home. I love playing with colours, but I prefer herbal colors and celebrate the festival with joy and dignity. For me, Holi means having fun but maintaining the dignity of the festival.”
Weeks of planning, then full-on color madness!
Shrenu Parikh, who plays Parvati in Ganesh Karthikeya, shares, “For me, Holi has always been about the house and the music playing in the background. In Vadodara, Holi was not limited to just applying colors on the face, rather we used to plan the day weeks in advance. We would decide with friends what to wear, knowing that everything would be ruined in an hour. By afternoon we would all be unrecognizable, laughing at each other, sharing sweets. And the day would not end. I remember that the stubborn pink color on my cheeks would remain as a symbol of respect. Even today, Holi reminds me of the same pure and carefree happiness.
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