Television sensation Ankita Lokhande turned her home into a hub of traditional merriment during Makar Sankranti, hosting a spirited Haldi Kumkum gathering for her married girlfriends. The Instagram video she posted has gone viral, offering fans an inside look at this age-old ceremony popular in Maharashtra and South India.
In Haldi Kumkum, women adorn each other with haldi and kumkum, savor til-gud laddoos, and exchange tokens of goodwill, praying for marital bliss and abundance. Ankita’s elegant setup featured colorful decorations, traditional tunes, and non-stop fun, embodying the festival’s spirit of unity and female empowerment.
Big surprise: Bigg Boss fame Aarti Singh made a grand appearance, joining the laughter-filled antics and strengthening their friendship on camera. The duo’s playful interactions added extra sparkle to the event, delighting viewers with their infectious energy.
Captioning the post, Ankita credited her mother for instilling the love of celebrations. ‘She never lets a festival pass without joy,’ Ankita noted, vowing to uphold these customs. This year’s Sankranti stood out with friends, family, heaps of humor, and a sense of belonging that touched her heart.
The highlight was her son Advait’s debut Sankranti and Borelot ceremony—a lovely tradition where grandparents and relatives pamper the child with treats, outfits, and affectionate blessings. It’s a rite that marks the beginning of festive memories for kids.
Ankita ended on a note of overwhelming happiness and thankfulness, her post serving as inspiration for many to embrace cultural roots. In a fast-paced world, such gatherings reaffirm the power of tradition to bring people closer.