Aastha Sharma: Maa Durga Is My Guiding Light This Navratri

Navratri 2026 has arrived, and Zee TV actor Aastha Sharma is marking the nine nights with a mix of devotion and dance-floor energy. The Dilon Ki Ram Leela actor, who plays Leela, shared what the festival means to her in an exclusive conversation with Filmibeat.

Her message to viewers is simple: the season is about faith, positivity and the people around you, not just the rituals.

Navratri, the nine-night festival honouring the nine forms of Maa Durga, is one of television’s biggest festive moments each year. It is the time when actors open up about personal traditions and fans plan garba and dandiya nights of their own.

Maa Durga as her guiding light

Sharma said Navratri has always held a special place in her life. She described Mata Rani as a “guiding light” and credited her blessings for the milestones she has achieved so far.

For her, the nine nights are a vibrant celebration that pulls people together through devotion and joy. That sense of togetherness is what makes the festival feel bigger than any single ritual.

Garba and dandiya are her favourites

The actor made her festive priorities clear: dandiya and garba top the list. She usually looks forward to playing them with friends and soaking in the music and festive energy.

The one challenge this year is her shooting schedule. Here is where she stands:

• The festival: Navratri 2026, honouring the nine forms of Maa Durga.
• Her favourites: Dandiya and garba with friends.
• The plan: Try to take out at least one day despite a tight shoot.
• Her wish: A happy and blessed Navratri for everyone.

Why it feels personal right now

The festive message lands at an interesting point in Dilon Ki Ram Leela. On screen, Leela has been working hard to win her father’s love while searching for a mother she has never seen, even as Vijaya plots against the household.

That storyline makes the festival’s themes of strength and resilience feel close to the character Sharma plays. Off screen, she is hoping to find a little time for the traditions that matter to her.

For fans of the show, the interview is a quick reminder that the actors behind the characters have their own festive routines. It also arrives just as Leela’s story is heating up.

For working actors, festive season is also a scheduling puzzle. Sharma admitted she is not sure how much time the show will allow, but she is determined to carve out at least one day for the traditions she loves.

Leela’s current track is built on longing and family loyalty, which makes Sharma’s emphasis on togetherness during Navratri feel especially apt. It is a small example of how an actor’s real-world values can echo the roles they play.

So if you are following Leela’s journey, keep an eye on the track; and if you are celebrating, take a cue from Sharma and make space for faith, friends and a little dance.

Source: Filmibeat