Mridula Oberoi: Festivals are truly celebrated when I’m either working or spending time with my son

Actress Mridula Oberoi, known for her work in popular television shows like Kumkum Bhagya, Bhagya Lakshmi, Yeh Hai Chahatein, Appnapan – Badalte Rishton Ka Bandhan and Naagin, is set to celebrate Lohri on a working note this year. The actress is currently shooting for a project and calls the festival a celebration of “people and purpose.”

Sharing her thoughts, Mridula says, “Lohri has always been special to me. For me, festivals are truly celebrated when I’m either working or spending time with my son. This year, 2026 begins beautifully with my first festival finding me on set, doing what I love the most—and that itself feels like a blessing.”

What makes the occasion more meaningful for her is the familiarity on set. “I’m working with an old crew, people I’ve shared journeys with before. It feels more like a family reunion than work,” she shares. While she admits to missing home traditions, she adds, “Of course, I miss celebrating Lohri with my family—the Lohri fire, kites, moongfali and gachak—but I’ve learned to embrace life as it comes.”

Mridula also finds comfort in knowing her family’s thoughts are with her. “My family feels happy knowing that on festival days I’m not alone, but surrounded by people and purpose,” she says. “I carry deep gratitude for the universe, which continues to guide me toward growth—both professionally and as a human being.”