Exclusive- New mom Devoleena Bhattacharjee on celebrating Magh Bihu: My mother has sent me yummy Assamese sweets like Laru and Pitha
Actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee is filled with happiness and gratitude, as she talks about celebrating Magh Bihu, also called Bhogali Bihu, the harvesting festival of Assam celebrated on 15th January.
She said, "I was born in Sivasagar, Assam. And this is the time in my hometown to mark the conclusion of the harvesting season. This lively celebration of plenty and thankfulness brings people together through traditional practices, feasting, and community building. Magh Bihu centres on the values of sharing and community bonding. While it carries significant agricultural meaning, the festival is equally important socio-culturally, serving as an occasion for communities to come together, strengthen relationships, and relish the simple joys of life."
She said, "I was born in Sivasagar, Assam. And this is the time in my hometown to mark the conclusion of the harvesting season. This lively celebration of plenty and thankfulness brings people together through traditional practices, feasting, and community building. Magh Bihu centres on the values of sharing and community bonding. While it carries significant agricultural meaning, the festival is equally important socio-culturally, serving as an occasion for communities to come together, strengthen relationships, and relish the simple joys of life."
Recalling her childhood memories of celebrating the Bhogali Bihu. She shared, "I'm missing the Bihu vibe, how the local people in Assam used to congregate around the Meiji, engaging in traditional Bihu songs, rhythmically playing the Dhol (a local drum), and enjoying a banquet of freshly harvested delights."
She continued, "The festivities are enlivened with traditional games such as Tekeli Bonga (pot-breaking), creating an atmosphere of fun and excitement as spectators gather to witness the jovial contests. I remember this used to be a picnic time for us. Our New Year's celebration used to continue until this time."
Talking ahead about celebrating Bihu this year, the actress who was last seen in Chhathi Maiyya Ki Bitiya added, "My mother and aunties prepare yummy Assamese sweets and treats. One of the festival’s highlights is Laru and Pitha, a sweet made from coconut, sesame, and jaggery generously shared among friends, family, and neighbours."
She concluded, "I'm not doing anything grand this year. I started my day offering prayers to my god and offering bhog.. My mother has send me some really special festival sweets and snacks.. though I feel blessed at the moment and I'm all happy and filled with gratitude. May the festival of Magh Bihu bring good health, prosperity, and success into our life. Have a joyous Magh Bihu!"
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Devoleena earned immense popularity after playing the role of Gopi Bahu in long running show, Saath Nibhana Saathiya. She later enjoyed limelight for participating in Bigg Boss wowing audience by her glam side.
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