Diwali Spirit: Nikita Dutta Reflects on Festive Traditions

As the countdown to Diwali begins, actress Nikita Dutta is embracing the festive spirit, reminiscing about her childhood traditions and looking forward to a new beginning. Born and raised in Delhi, the 31-year-old actress fondly recalls the atmosphere of the season, where all worries and problems of the year feel like they are almost over. For Nikita, the celebrations kick off with a fast on Navratri, a tradition she has been following for eight years. This year, she decided to grow khetri (barley seeds) for the first time, a ritual to welcome Goddess Durga, and was delighted with the result.

Key Takeaways:

  • Nikita Dutta follows the tradition of fasting on Navratri, a practice she has been doing for eight years.
  • She tried growing khetri (barley seeds) for the first time this year, a ritual to welcome Goddess Durga, and plans to continue the practice in future Navratris.
  • Nikita plans to spend time with her family on Diwali, despite being in Mumbai.
  • Diwali is incomplete for Nikita if she is not with her family.
  • Nikita sees the festive season as a time for letting go of worries and welcoming new beginnings.

Statistics:

  • Nikita Dutta is 31 years old.
  • She has been following the Navratri fast tradition for eight years.
  • She decided to grow khetri (barley seeds) for the first time this year.

Sources:

  • HT City (HT Digital Content Services with permission)