Bollywood Star Sonu Sood Celebrates Gurpurab with Fond Memories

As the nation celebrates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev on November 5, 2025, Bollywood actor Sonu Sood reflects on the profound impact of the Guru's teachings on his life. Sonu, who hails from Punjab, recalls the joyous Gurpurab festivities of his childhood, filled with community spirit and selfless service.

"The teachings that we learnt from Guru Nanak were all about seva, selfless service, and empathy," Sonu says. He explains how the Guru's message of "Ek Onkar" - that God is one - has resonated deeply with him since his youth. These principles, instilled by his parents and teachers, continue to guide Sonu's actions even today.

Sonu fondly remembers the bustling langars, where people would come together to distribute and partake in the community meals without any expectation in return. "Seeing the happiness on their faces was the yardstick which proved that we did good," he says.

As Sonu navigates the busyness of his life, he believes that sacred occasions like Gurpurab serve as a reminder to pause and give back. "I feel we have a lot to learn and teach our kids from the teachings of our gurus. After all, they are most needed in modern times of chaos," he reflects.

Alongside his reflections on Guru Nanak's legacy, Sonu also shares that he has been busy writing his next big project - an action film that he plans to start shooting in June 2025. "I've done many roles now, and I'm a bit choosy about what I should take up. It has to be something that gives me a kick as an actor, something new," he says.