Mansi Joshi Roy Reflects on Her Connection with Ganesh Festival
Actress Mansi Joshi Roy shares her journey of reconnecting with Ganesh Chaturthi after a busy work life.
Mumbai, September 24 (Daily Kiran) : Actress Mansi Joshi Roy, currently starring in the TV series “Lakshmi Niwas,” recently opened up about her relationship with the Ganesh festival. She revealed that her hectic schedule led her to feel disconnected from the celebrations over the years.
In a candid conversation, Mansi explained that her busy lifestyle caused her to stop celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi until her husband, Rohit Roy, insisted on bringing Lord Ganesha home in 2023.
“Every year, Lord Ganapati would visit our home. We would keep his idol for one and a half to three days. However, as the celebrations grew, I realized I was losing my connection with him. I became too caught up in the preparations, like hosting guests and cooking,” she shared.
She recalled discussing her feelings with her sister-in-law, who is more religious and has been welcoming Ganesha into their home for years. Her sister-in-law agreed, noting that they often get so busy that they forget to communicate with God.
Mansi noted that both had recognized how the festivities had transformed into large social events, with many feeling overwhelmed by the need to attend multiple gatherings. “I could only connect with him late at night. My days were consumed by a whirlwind of activities. It’s not that we didn’t enjoy it; we just wanted something different,” she said.
She pointed out that the festival, originally started by Lokmanya Tilak to unite people during British rule, has evolved into a massive celebration where hosts often find themselves preoccupied with social obligations.
“In 2015, we decided to stop celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi. Although Lord Ganesha remained in our prayers and temple throughout the year, we weren’t following the rituals. But as they say, ‘God works in mysterious ways.’ This year, after nearly a decade, Rohit expressed his desire to bring Ganesha home in a simple manner, and we did just that. Now, we celebrate in a way that feels right for us,” Mansi concluded.
