Exclusive! Hemangi Kavi talks about celebrating Makar Sankranti, says ‘Growing up, I cherished my mom’s making sesame seed laddoos’

Makar Sankranti, also known as the Kite Festival, is widely celebrated in India. Kites are flown to mark the arrival of spring. During this momentous occasion this year, television artists shared their memories and experiences with flying kites. The harvest is a time of good fortune for Indians. The holidays of Lohri and Makar Sankranti are centred on seasonal changes and the movement of the sun.Here’s what Hemangi Kavi had to share about celebrating the festival and her fond memories.
Hemangi Kavi, who essays the role of Bhavani in Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye said, “Makar Sankranti, for me, is a beautiful blend of tradition and joy. This festival symbolises the transition from winter to spring, and it’s all about embracing new beginnings. Growing up, I cherished my mom’s making sesame seed laddoos, and now, I begin my day with the delightful Gulachi Poli, a Maharashtrian delicacy close to my heart. Despite a busy schedule this year of shooting, I’ll make time to savour Til Ke Laddoos and celebrate the essence of Makar Sankranti with my family and with the cast on the sets of Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye. May this festival bring prosperity and happiness to everyone!”

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