Yami Gautam Balances 5 New Films and Diwali Traditions with Family

As of October 20th, 2025, actress Yami Gautam has an impressive lineup of 5 upcoming film releases on the horizon. However, her focus is currently on celebrating the Diwali festivities with her family in Chandigarh.

Gautam adores all aspects of the Diwali season, especially the preparations and traditions. She is excited about the long process of cleaning her home, discarding unnecessary items, and decorating with new decor. Gautam also enjoys buying gifts and continuing family rituals like lighting diyas on Dhanteras, performing puja on Chhoti Diwali, and making intricate rangoli designs with soaked rice paste.

As Gautam's young son Vedavid gets acquainted with these customs, he enthusiastically participates, from walking around the city to see the dazzling lights to trying to help with the house cleaning. The family also maintains traditions like making 'mitti ke ghar' for the puja room and offering sweets at the temple. Gautam and her husband Aditya Dhar are committed to preserving these cherished Diwali practices.

Despite her busy acting schedule, Gautam remains dedicated to upholding the Diwali spirit and passing it on to the next generation.