Mumbai, February 25th, 2026: Holi is more than just a festival of colours. It is a celebration of joy, togetherness, and the simple happiness of being present with the people around you. From playful colour fights to laughter that fills the air, and memories of childhood, family gatherings, music playing in the background, and plates filled with festive treats, it is a day where differences fade, and warmth takes centre stage. This year, Sony SAB actors Karuna Pandey, Deeksha Joshi, Rishi Saxena, and Shrenu Parikh share what Holi means to them, from heartfelt memories to the playful traditions that make the festival special year after year.
Karuna Pandey, playing the role of Karuna Pandey in Pushpa Impossible, shares, “One of my funniest Holi memories is from my school days when my father was posted in Shillong. My mom had asked us to play for just an hour or two, but we ended up celebrating from morning till evening. When my parents came looking for us, they couldn’t even recognise which child was theirs. We were completely covered in black and green colours and looked like little ghosts! Even today, that memory makes me smile. That carefree joy is what Holi means to me.”
Rishi Saxena, playing the role of Sanjay, in Itti Si Khushi, shared, “Growing up, Holi was the one day we were allowed to create absolute chaos and not get scolded for it. I clearly remember planning which friend to target first and pretending to run away, only to come back with a bucket full of colour. By the end of the day, no one looked like themselves, and the real struggle would begin at home, trying to scrub off colours that refused to leave for days. I think I’ve spent more time trying to remove Holi colours than actually applying them! What I remember just as clearly is coming back to the smell of fresh gujiyas at home. In the north, Holi doesn’t feel complete without them. Even now, when I think of Holi, I smile at that carefree madness. It’s one festival where you’re allowed to let go completely and just be a child again.”
Deeksha Joshi, playing the role of Deepti, in Pushpa Impossible, shared, “For the past few years, I’ve been celebrating Holi in Mumbai. We usually go to Madh Island, to Raheja township, where a few of our close friends get together. It’s always full of colour, music, and laughter. But I do miss the homemade gujiyas and pue we make back home, especially the way Pahadi families prepare them during Holi and Diwali. There’s something special about those flavours that instantly take you back. I enjoy playing with colours, but I prefer herbal ones and celebrating in a way that feels joyful and respectful. For me, Holi is about having fun while keeping the warmth and dignity of the festival intact.”
Shrenu Parikh, playing the role of Parvati, in Ganesh Kartikey, shared, “Holi, for me, has always meant home and music playing loudly in the background. In Vadodara, it was never just about putting colour on someone’s face, it was about planning the day for weeks. My friends and I would decide what to wear, knowing fully well it would be ruined in an hour. By afternoon, we’d all be unrecognisable, laughing at each other, sharing sweets, and refusing to let the day end. I still remember coming back home tired, with colour in my hair that wouldn’t go away for days. That stubborn pink on my cheeks almost felt like a badge of honour. Even today, Holi reminds me of that pure, unfiltered happiness.”
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