Karwa Chauth, one of India’s most cherished festivals, holds a special place for married couples. This day is a beautiful expression of love, faith, and commitment, as married women traditionally observe a fast from sunrise to moonrise, praying for the long life and prosperity of their husbands. Karwa Chauth is not just a ritual, it’s a celebration of the sacred bond between partners and the strength of their relationship. Over the years, the festival has evolved beautifully.
Today, many men too choose to observe the fast alongside their wives, symbolizing mutual respect, love, and equality. What was once seen as a one-sided ritual has now become a shared expression of devotion, where both partners pray for each other’s well-being and happiness.
Zee TV actors Arya Babbar from Jagriti- Ek Nayi Subah, Ayushi Khurana Kakkar from Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile, Parineeta Borthakur from Vasudha join in the festivities and share what they have to say about the significance of this festival.
Parineeta Borthakur who plays Chandrika Singh Chauhan in Vasudha said, “Karwa Chauth has always been one of the most beautiful and meaningful festivals for me. It’s not just a ritual, but a heartfelt celebration of love, trust, and the bond we share as a couple. Every year, I look forward to this day from adorning myself in traditional attire and applying mehendi to performing the pooja and waiting for the moonrise with my husband by my side. There’s something truly magical about that moment when you finally see the moon, look at your partner through the chalni, and break the fast together. It feels like a silent promise of care, companionship, and prayers for each other’s happiness and long life. My husband and I cherish this festival because it gives us a chance to pause amidst our busy lives and express gratitude for the love we’ve built over the years. For me, Karwa Chauth is not about one person fasting for the other, it’s about celebrating the strength of a relationship, where both partners wish for each other’s well-being with equal love and devotion.”
Aarya Babbar a.k.a. Kalikant Thakur from Zee TV’s show- Jagriti-Ek Nayi Subah said, “Karwa Chauth is a truly special festival that reminds me how lucky I am to have a partner who loves and cares so deeply. I have said this always that I’m in awe of the dedication and faith my wife brings to this day. From following every ritual with sincerity to fasting selflessly for my well-being, she does it all. Watching her get ready, apply mehendi, and pray with so much devotion fills me with admiration and gratitude. For me, it’s not just about the ritual, but the emotion behind it. The festival strengthens our bond and reflects the love we’ve built together. When she finally breaks her fast after seeing the moon, that moment always feels magical. It’s a celebration of trust, companionship, and the unspoken promises we share. I truly admire her strength, her belief, and the way she keeps our relationship rooted in love and tradition.”
Ayushi Khurana who essays the role of Reet in Zee TV’s Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile will celebrate her first Karwa Chauth this year after marriage. She said, “As I embark on my first Karwa Chauth, there’s a unique sense of anticipation and devotion. It’s a day that truly deepens the meaning of love and commitment, and I feel incredibly blessed to be part of this cherished tradition. It’s about gratitude for the love that sustains us and the silent prayers for happiness and togetherness. On this day, as we celebrate devotion, I can’t help but think of how destiny plays its part, much like the characters in ‘Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile.’ I am super excited to get ready like a bride again. It’s a day to honour the love that finds its way to us, no matter how it begins, and to pray for its everlasting strength. Wishing everyone a very happy Karwa Chauth! It’s a beautiful tradition that truly celebrates the heart. May this day bring abundant love, happiness, and prosperity to all your relationships.”
