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Rituparna Sengupta: Bengali Roots & Durga Puja's Divine Energy
25 Oct
Summary
- Rituparna cherishes offering anjali, wearing traditional attire, and festive adda.
- Childhood Pujo memories involve North Kolkata pandal hopping and street food.
- The actress feels her mother's absence deeply during the festival.
Durga Puja holds profound significance for actress Rituparna Sengupta, embodying faith, family, and Bengali culture. She describes the festival as an inseparable part of life, characterized by camaraderie and shared joy.
The actress emphasizes the cherished ritual of offering anjali to Maa Durga, often in traditional Dhakai sarees and ornaments, embracing her Bengali identity. She recalls vibrant childhood memories of exploring North Kolkata's pandals with friends, undeterred by weather, enjoying street food despite sore feet.
However, these memories are now tinged with the sadness of loss, as departed loved ones, particularly her mother, leave an irreplaceable void. Visiting her mother's home and sharing meals remain poignant traditions.
This year, Rituparna anticipates spending quality time with her family, including her daughter, whom she hopes to introduce to the festival's rich art and history, even if extensive pandal hopping isn't possible.
