Mumbai,  Ganesh Chaturthi is a festival that brings families, friends and communities together, filling every corner with devotion, joy and celebration. While Mumbai is known for its grand festivities, celebrating away from one’s hometown can also bring back cherished memories of family traditions and simpler celebrations. This Ganesh Chaturthi, Sony SAB stars Gulki Joshi, Karuna Pandey, Chandan Anand, Toral Rasputra and Sarita Joshi share what they miss most about celebrating Bappa back home, whether they bring the deity home while living in Mumbai, and what they enjoy most about the city’s festive spirit.

Gulki Joshi, who plays Dr Srishti in Yaadein, said, “I am half Maharashtrian, so Ganesh Chaturthi has always been a festival I feel deeply connected to. Coming from Indore, I miss celebrating it at home with my family, but Mumbai has its own charm. I especially look forward to ukadiche modak, and it is wonderful to see the entire city come together for Bappa. For me, sharing these festive moments with family is what truly makes the celebration special.”

Karuna Pandey, who plays Pushpa in Pushpa Impossible, said, “I am from Uttarakhand, so the way festivals are celebrated there is quite different from the grandeur of Ganesh Chaturthi in Maharashtra. After coming to Mumbai, I found it beautiful to see people bring Bappa home and celebrate with so much love and devotion. I especially enjoy seeing my friends welcome Bappa. It also brings back a simple childhood memory for me — every puja at home would always begin with the worship of Lord Ganesha. Since childhood, I have heard that nothing feels complete without his blessings.”

Chandan Anand, who plays Shakuni in Hastinapur Ke Veer, said, “I am from Delhi, so I miss celebrating festivals at home with my family. However, the energy of Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai is completely different. I love seeing people bring Bappa home and watching the entire city come alive with dhol-tasha, processions and celebrations. Even when I am away from home, being part of Mumbai’s festivities gives me a wonderful sense of belonging.”

Sarita Joshi, who plays Radha in Pushpa Impossible, said, “I absolutely love bringing Bappa home. Coming from a Marathi family, Ganesh Chaturthi has always been a very special festival for me, and my memories of celebrating it while growing up in Vadodara remain close to my heart. Earlier, I would welcome Bappa for seven days, and those days were always filled with happiness, warmth and precious moments with family and friends. Today, I also love experiencing Mumbai’s grand celebrations, when the entire city comes alive with incredible energy and devotion. Whether it is celebrating at home with loved ones or stepping out to experience Mumbai’s festive spirit, bringing Bappa home has always been a deeply special and joyful occasion for me.”

Tune in to Sony SAB to watch Yaadein, Hastinapur Ke Veer and Pushpa Impossible.