Fasting, feasting & prayers

Celebrities share what Navratri means to them...

Rajniesh Duggall

This year, my entire Navratri will be on set. As a tradition, we do morning and evening puja and a proper khetri. I kept fast on the first and will do it on the last day, irrespective of off days or shoot. This is something we have been doing since childhood. On the last day, Ashtami, we prepare halwa, chole, puri as prasad and invite kanjaks.

Shivangi Verma

Not much of Garba this time, but I am keeping the 9-day fast for Mata Rani. My heart feels a little heavy, so I just want to stay connected with her and spend this Navratri in her devotion.

Harleen Kaur Rekhi

I always fast on Navratri, whether it is Chaitra Navratri or Sharadiya Navratri. I Google the colours of the day and make sure to wear that colour. It’s a very auspicious occasion.

Shagun Sharma

Navratri is special for me. I may not be able to do the 9-day fast every year, but I do try to keep at least the first and last day fast. More than rituals, it’s about connecting with positivity and keeping yourself spiritually balanced. If I get time, I also love attending Garba nights because the energy is so infectious.

Shubhangi Atre

During Navratri, I make it a point to visit a temple at least once and spend some quiet time in prayer. I follow a sattvic diet throughout, as I believe it helps in cleansing the mind and body and keeps you spiritually aligned. Another beautiful tradition I like to follow is wearing the specific colour associated with each day of Navratri. It’s a widely practised ritual, and I feel it not only adds to the festive spirit but also strengthens the divine connection with Maa Durga. For me, Navratri is about devotion, discipline, and passing on these values to the next generation.