Janmashtami is joyfully celebrated to honour the birth of Lord Krishna. People across the globe observe this festival in their unique ways. &TV artists share how the festivities unfold in their hometowns. These include Amit Bhardwaj, who plays Mewa in the newly launched show Bheema, Ashutosh Kulkarni (Krishan Bihari Vajpayee,Atal), Geetanjali Mishra (Rajesh, Happu Ki Ultan Paltan), andShubhangiAtre (AngooriBhabi, BhabijiGhar ParHai).Amit Bhardwaj who plays Mewa in Bheema, says, “Patna celebrates Janmashtami with tremendous zeal. Temples are beautifully decorated, prayers echo through the air, and devotional songs set the tone for the day. Traditional dances like Raas Leela mesmerize those who take part, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere throughout the city. The celebrations in my hometown of Patna are grand, featuring 56 varieties of Bhog and Krishna dressed in vibrant yellow attire. A cradle is decorated with flowers, and Bhajans are sung throughout the day in his honour.”Ashutosh Kulkarniwho plays Krishan Bihari Vajpayee in Atal, shares, “Janmashtami in Maharashtra is celebrated with incredible enthusiasm and energy. Everywhere you turn, you’ll see people forming human pyramids, eagerly trying to reach and break the DahiHandi, a pot filled with curd,milk, fruits, and sweets. The entire festival is infused with a vivid, divine atmosphere.Growing up in Pune, I was lucky to be immersed in this tradition. Every street corner would be packed with people gathering for the DahiHandi event, and as kids, we were determined not to miss a single moment. We would race around, catching every scene, excited to see who would finally succeed in breaking the pot. The temple decorations and devotional songs created a divine environment. But my favourite part was always dancing to the beats of drums and singing ‘Govinda ala re ala,’followed by indulging in puran poli and other traditional treats lovingly prepared by my mother.”