MUMBAI: As Diwali draws near, preparations are in full swing across India, and Bollywood sisters Shilpa Shetty and Shamita Shetty are embracing the festive spirit at home. The duo showcased their creative side by decorating their home with beautiful rangoli designs ahead of the festival of lights.
Sisters get into the festive spirit
On the eve of Diwali, Shilpa shared a video on Instagram giving fans a sneak peek into their rangoli preparations. In the clip, Shamita is seen meticulously crafting her rangoli entirely by hand, highlighting her artistic flair, while Shilpa opted for stencils to create her designs.
Towards the end of the video, the sisters came together to wish their followers a Happy Diwali, spreading festive cheer. Shilpa captioned her post simply as “Rangoli time,” capturing the joyful spirit of the occasion.
Diwali: The festival of lights
Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is one of India’s most widely celebrated festivals, observed by millions across the country and among Indian communities worldwide. Often referred to as the “festival of lights,” it symbolises the victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance.
The festival also commemorates Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after defeating the demon king Ravana, as narrated in the Ramayana. Traditional customs during Diwali include cleaning and illuminating homes with oil lamps and lights, worshipping Goddess Lakshmi, exchanging sweets and gifts, wearing new clothes, and bursting firecrackers.
Celebrations in 2025
This year, Diwali will be celebrated on the night of October 20–21, with families across India preparing to mark the occasion with joy and devotion. Shilpa and Shamita’s rangoli video offers a glimpse of the personal celebrations of Bollywood celebrities, inspiring fans to embrace traditional festivities.