Aditya Seal: Everything fried is my favourite during Diwali – Times of India

Diwali festivity has caught up with Bollywood and celebrities have started indulging in revelry. ETimes caught up with Aditya Seal who spilled the beans on his favourite festival of the year. A stylish blue kurta with an unusual cut has been brought and a card of game with friends awaits Aditya! Excerpts:

Diwali is coming up, is it an exciting feeling?
Its feel like I am celebrating something after a very long time. Feels like good times are back

What does the Festival of Lights mean to you?
It means togetherness, the time when the family and all the friends come together.

What are your plans for Diwali this year?
Nothing unusual, though it would feel unusual celebrating it after a while. I will be celebrating it with the family first and then my friends. And hopefully it will finally concludes with a nice game of cards.

What festive food do you relish the most during Diwali?
On Diwali, I don’t stop myself. Everything fried is my favourite that day and ofcourse Ras Malai.

Do you believe in a green, pollution-free Diwali with no crackers?
To be honest, I don’t remember the last time I burst crackers. I have been green on Diwali since a while now. The pollution is unnecessary and unhealthy not just for humans but animals too.

To conclude, what is your favourite childhood Diwali memory?
The entire family of 18 celebrating together at my grandparents house.