Updated on: Oct 19, 2025 | 3:28 PM IST

For actor Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, Diwali isn’t about extravagant parties or grand celebrations — it’s about family, faith, and food served with love. The Choti Sarrdaarni star will be flying home to Gurugram this Diwali morning to celebrate the festival with her parents.

“It’s a reunion of sorts for us,” Nimrit smiles. “My brother is in New York, and I am in Mumbai, so we try to be at home with pappa and mumma whenever possible.”

Currently busy shooting for a web show, Nimrit says she’ll wrap up late on Choti Diwali before taking a morning flight on October 20. “I want to make sure I’m home for the evening celebrations,” she shares. “I’ll be staying for two days before heading back to Mumbai and then to Punjab for the next schedule.”

A Family Tradition of Service and Simplicity

The Delhi-born actor reveals that her Diwali celebrations are closely tied to her Sikh faith. “My intimate Diwali involves visiting the Gurudwara at Sector 109 and taking Babaji’s blessings. My father is the president of the committee, and we’ll be organizing a langar for the joint celebration of Bandi Chor Diwas and Diwali. That’s our family tradition,” she says proudly.

At home, the family prepares Kada Prasad (halwa) — a ritual Nimrit cherishes deeply. “It’s simple, heartfelt, and grounding — that’s what Diwali should be about.”

“For Me, Simplicity Is the Best Celebration”

Unlike many who dress to dazzle during Diwali, Nimrit prefers comfort over couture. “I don’t like to be overdressed on the day,” she admits. “I like to keep it simple — jeans and a kurta are perfect. There’s already so much vanity in our lives that whenever I get a chance to go makeup-free and just be chilled-out, I take it! For me, main ghar aa pa rahi hoon, itna hi kaafi hai!”

Unfortunately, her brother won’t be able to make it this year, but that hasn’t dampened her festive spirit.

“Diwali Feels Like a Fresh Start”

For Nimrit, Diwali is much more than lights and sweets — it’s symbolic of renewal and gratitude. “It’s like a New Year — a time to get out of your old patterns and reinvent yourself, whether spiritually or personally. It’s also about being thankful for what you have,” she reflects.

“In today’s fast-paced world, it’s not always possible to meet your friends and family. So this is one occasion when you can truly connect. The fact that I live away from my parents and can’t meet them often makes any opportunity to be at home — without compromising on work — a blessing.”

As Nimrit boards her flight to Gurugram, her words echo the true essence of Diwali — togetherness, humility, and gratitude.