Onam, Kerala’s beloved harvest festival, is not just about cultural traditions but also about family, togetherness, and of course, the grand vegetarian feast known as the Onam Sadhya. This year, Malaika Arora gave fans a glimpse of her warm celebration with her mother, Joyce Arora, and it was nothing short of heartwarming.
Taking to Instagram, Malaika shared a series of pictures that perfectly captured the festive spirit. The first frame highlighted the traditional Sadhya meal spread out on banana leaves, complete with an array of curries, pickles, and payasam. From avial to sambhar, banana chips to papad, the spread reflected the true essence of Kerala’s culinary heritage during Onam.
In other images, Malaika's mom Joyce Arora looked radiant in a classic Kerala Kasavu saree, draped in white with a golden border. Her warm smile and traditional attire added an authentic charm to the celebration. Malaika captioned the post with a simple yet heartfelt “Happy Onam” along with emojis of hearts, flowers, and palms, tagging her mother in the post.
The pictures also gave fans a peek into the Arora household, where the dining table was beautifully set up with copper tumblers, steel bowls, and the neatly laid banana leaves that are integral to the Onam Sadhya experience. Joyce was seen serving food with affection, creating an atmosphere that many Malayali families across the world would instantly relate to.
For Malaika’s followers, the post was more than just a festive greeting; it was a nostalgic reminder of the importance of family and tradition. Many fans dropped comments appreciating Joyce’s graceful look and the authentic spread that evoked memories of home-cooked feasts.
Onam, celebrated to honor the legendary King Mahabali, is a festival that unites Malayalis regardless of where they are in the world. Through her post, Malaika Arora not only extended her wishes but also shared a piece of her roots, reminding everyone that festivals are best celebrated with loved ones and plenty of food to go around.
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