PICS: When TV serials celebrate Diwali in style

Anupamaa
Anupamaa’s family celebrations have been the main subject of Anupama's Diwali specials. In certain episodes, it has been seen that Anupama gives her family handcrafted gifts, which leads to stress and lighter banter. A few episodes that include Anupamaa celebrating with guests and getting ready for the festival, as well as the cast and crew enjoying a cracker-free Diwali to preserve animals, have been additional highlights in the past.

Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai
Over the years, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai has produced numerous Diwali episodes with cast members from various generations. Akshara and Naitik conceal presents for one another during a Diwali episode. In an effort to find the gifts that are hidden for his parents, Naksh assists them. Kartik and Naira celebrate Diwali with their son Kairav in a 2019 episode.

Udne Ki Aasha
There has been a huge celebration for this Star Plus show. Sachin experiences discouragement during the Diwali celebration in the flashback episodes. Sayali makes him feel better by being nice to him and including him in the celebrations. There has also been trouble in the past when Sayali is insulted by Sachin's mother, Renuka. Sachin stands up for Sayali against his mother's disgrace in a brave and maturing moment. A pivotal moment in their relationship is shown in the episode, emphasizing their growing friendship and Sachin's readiness to defend Sayali.

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltash Chashmah
Diwali is a significant holiday in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, full of fun activities, a sense of community, and amusing incidents, especially involving the Gada family. The Gokuldham Society's planning and execution of the festival are demonstrated in the episodes that precede and take place during it. The customary thorough cleaning of dwellings starts weeks before the festivities. Jethalal frequently tries to evade the laborious tasks, which results in humorous situations, even if the majority of inhabitants voluntarily engage.

Kundali Bhagya
Rishton Ki Deepawali, the 2023 Diwali episodes, was a pivotal moment in the series since it was the Luthras' first Diwali following Preeta's return. The celebrations were particularly poignant because Preeta was back with the Luthra family after a 20-year leap. For the occasion, a resolute Karan, who had been looking for her for years, managed to bring her home. For the Luthra family, the homecoming was a double celebration that was full of joy, laughing, and unexpected turns of emotion. Karan and Preeta were seen dancing together in the Diwali promo, signaling their reunion and renewed love.

Mangal Lakshmi
An on-screen altercation between the sisters Mangal and Lakshmi and their adversaries, Soumya and Adit, was included in a Diwali 2024 episode. The traditional struggle of good against evil and light against darkness, which is at the heart of the Diwali celebration, was emphasized in the clip. Mangal wanted to lighten the house, while Soumya and Adit tried to make it darker.

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2
Numerous diyas (oil lamps), intricate floral arrangements, and colorful rangolis were used by the Virani family to decorate their house. Traditional family prayers, which frequently centered on Goddess Lakshmi, were part of the festivities. The Diwali festival, like all other important occasions in the program, provided a setting for both tense moments and touching family reunions. Characters like Naina and Pari frequently plotted to provide drama to the celebrations. Amid the tensions, there are reports that Sakshi Tanwar and Kiran Karmakar, who played the iconic pair of Parvati and Om in Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki, will be making a special appearance to reunite Mihir and Tulsi.

Jhanak
In October 2024, Jhanak, the main character, returned to face the Bose family during a Diwali celebration. This was a crucial point in the plot where she refused to put up with the abuses she and her mother were subjected to.

Pushpa Impossible
The Diwali celebration in the TV show Pushpa Impossible featured an episode titled ‘Pushpa Celebrates Diwali’ in 2022. The episode focused on Pushpa's celebration, and the show also featured other festive moments, such as a celebration for the 1000th episode.

Bhagya Lakshmi
Diwali celebrations in Bhagya Lakshmi feature dramatic plot points, including the Oberoi family performing aarti, romantic moments between Rishi and Lakshmi, and malicious plots by Malishka against Lakshmi. The episode showcased the characters celebrating, with Malishka trying to harm Lakshmi.