Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami , marks the triumph of good over evil and the victory of righteousness. The festival is celebrated across India with Ramlila performances, the burning of Ravana’s sculpture, and gatherings with family and friends. As the air fills with festive cheer, TV artists - Karuna Pandey, Rishi Saxena, Gauri Tonk, and Samridh Bawa, share what Dussehra means to them. From childhood memories of watching Ravana sculptures burn to using the day as a moment to reflect and start fresh, they talk about why this festival is so special and how they celebrate it even today.

Karuna Pandey and Samridh Bawa share their fond memories

Karuna Pandey, playing the role of Pushpa in Pushpa Impossible, shared, “Dussehra is such a powerful reminder that good always wins, no matter how difficult the journey. Growing up, I loved watching Ramlila performances and seeing Ravana’s burning, it always felt symbolic, as though we were burning away all negativity from our lives. Even today, I take Dussehra as a day to pause and reflect on the year gone by and let go of anything that holds me back. It’s a time of positivity and fresh beginnings.”