Making memories and continuing the family traditions that the elderly have left behind are the main goals of the Diwali celebrations. We asked actors what one custom or practise they want their children to pick up this holiday season.

Ankita Bhargava

We paint a minimum of 12 diyas at home each Diwali. Since I was a child, I have done that. My daughter Mehr now practises the habit I once had. I gave her free rein to express herself through her painting. It is not necessary for it to be ornamental. I want to teach her the simple habit of helping me paint diyas. Making Diwali puja is a different ritual I want her to learn. She needs to understand that the day involves more than just eating, getting dressed up, visiting people's homes, and playing cards. She needs to understand how it works.

Dilljiet Kaur

Since it was Diwali the day I was born, it has become tradition for us to cut a cake each year. We have a small, annual Diwali birthday tradition at our house. On this festival, I also enjoy creating rangoli, and I've taught my son Jaydon to do the same. Every time I make a rangoli, I always think of Jaydon as well as myself. On Diwali night, I eagerly anticipate watching us both get ready and create rangoli.

Manav Gohil

As opposed to what these children are exposed to, my wife Shweta Kawatra and I try to give the celebrations a more Indian flavour. We make sure that (my daughter) Zahra patiently endures the puja when we visit her nana-nani on Diwali and learns to respect another person's emotions. Along with that, we struggle to get her to wear something ethnically Indian. For the past two years, she has agreed, and she hopes it will continue.

Sangita Ghosh

Even though Devi, my daughter, is still very young, I am working to instil in her the idea that Diwali is a holiday focused on spending time with family and friends right from the start. We therefore take time out of our day to spend it at home and pray as a family, regardless of who, where, or what. What I would like her to learn is the value of family and togetherness.

Deepika Singh

Puja Paath and performing havans are significant to our family because we are very devout. This is where everything new starts. I hope my son Soham will understand the value of these rituals because I have done my best to teach him about them. This is something I want him to learn as a young person and internalise.

Suyyash Rai

My wife Kishwer Merchant and I practise this annual ritual of cleaning our home and donating anything that is no longer needed to those who are less fortunate. To put a smile on their faces, we have been doing this for years. My dream is that my son Nirvair will realise that some people are in need and that making them smile only serves to spread happiness.

Karanvir Bohra

Giving back to society is one habit that I would dearly love to instil in my daughters, Raya Bella Bohra, Vienna Bohra, and Gia Vanessa Snow Bohra. I want them to live their lives in accordance with that, not just on Diwali but on all other noteworthy occasions as well. Giving food and gifts to those in need is the focus.

Mitaali Nag

Diwali is a festival that honours the victory of light over darkness. Every year for Diwali, I make sure to give a few packs of pre-made diyas to the less fortunate (people) so they can also light up their homes. I want to make sure that Rudransh, my young son, picks up the habit of assisting those in need to light up their homes for Diwali.

Pranitaa Pandit

I'm looking forward to spending this Diwali with my maternal family in Delhi and sharing these special moments with my daughter Anysha, who will be present for the festivities. There is no celebration on its own. It will involve the entire family getting together and eating, playing cards, having a party, and praying all at once. Therefore, on Diwali, all I would ever want to wish for Anysha is that she spends every moment with her family.

Anirudh Dave

When you mention Diwali, the first thing that comes to mind is the Lakshmi puja that we perform to bring luck, wealth, and goodwill into our home. I want my son Anishq to perform this ritual. I don't ask for a lot, but whatever you give me should be sufficient. Because Diwali is the only festival during the modern era where we make requests for blessings. And that's what I would want my son to comprehend.

Mrunal Jain

This is the first Diwali for my son Jiyaan. I want him to understand that loving your family is what life is all about. I'll make sure he takes a seat during the entire puja. Little but perceptive, he is. His parents and grandparents should, in my opinion, teach him everything. I count myself fortunate to always have my family by my side, and this year, I'll be joining them for the festivities. We're going to prepare a special meal at home. All of us have new clothing that we have brought. During celebrations, I want my son to adhere to these small customs.

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