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Sara Ali Khan Affirms 'Simply Indian' Identity, Says Ganesh Chaturthi Rekindles Communal Spirit

The actor describes an interfaith upbringing rooted in celebrating festivals across faiths.

Sara Ali Khan on Ganesh Chaturthi
Sara Ali Khan On Following Hinduism, Islam Both: I Simply Believe I'm An Indian

Overview

  • In a Hindustan Times interview on August 27, Sara Ali Khan said she identifies first as Indian and follows both Hindu and Muslim traditions, celebrating Eid, Ganesh Chaturthi and Christmas.
  • She described Ganesh Chaturthi as a festival that rekindles communal spirit and inspires people to pray and hope for auspicious beginnings for everyone.
  • She said Mumbai transforms during Ganpati with laughter, aartis and pandals on every road as communities unite to decorate their idols.
  • She shared that she visits her maasi’s home for Ganesh Chaturthi every year and said each celebration feels just as special.
  • She plans a gratitude-focused prayer to Ganesh ji this year and noted recent successes with Sky Force and Metro… In Dino.