This Diwali, Shemaroo TV Celebrates the Stories, Traditions and Emotions That Make Every Festival Special
From the story of Bhagwan Dhanvantari on Dhanteras to Shri Ram’s return to Ayodhya, actor Ragini Chaubey, who portrayed Goddess Lakshmi in Devon ke Dev Mahadev, shares the lesser-known tales behind the festivals we love.
City Air News
Nov 5, 2026 07:19
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From the story of Bhagwan Dhanvantari on Dhanteras to Shri Ram’s return to Ayodhya, actor Ragini Chaubey, who portrayed Goddess Lakshmi in Devon ke Dev Mahadev, shares the lesser-known tales behind the festivals we love.
Diwali brings glowing homes, the aroma of festive delicacies and families gathered to celebrate. Yet while we follow these rituals year after year, how many of us know the reasons behind them? Who was Bhagwan Dhanvantari, and why is he worshipped on Dhanteras? Why did Ayodhya light countless lamps to welcome Shri Ram? And what story makes Bhai Dooj so special?
This Diwali, Shemaroo TV answers these questions with ‘Shemaroo Deepotsav – Har Utsav Ki Kahani’, a four-part special series. Instead of retelling familiar narratives it shares lesser-known tales and explores the why and how behind India’s festivals, rituals and celebrations. The aim is to help younger viewers stay connected to traditions handed down through generations, and to spark curiosity and conversations within families.
The episodes cover the story of Bhagwan Dhanvantari and Yam Deepdaan on Dhanteras; Shri Ram’s return to Ayodhya and the significance of Lakshmi-Ganesh Puja on Diwali; Krishna’s lesson on faith over ego through Govardhan Puja; and the story of Yamraj and Yamuna behind Bhai Dooj.
Anchoring the series is actor Ragini Chaubey, popularly known for portraying Goddess Lakshmi in Devon Ke Dev Mahadev. She sets out the context of each festival, narrates the story behind it and closes with a takeaway for families today.
Sharing her excitement, Ragini Chaubey said, “Having portrayed Goddess Lakshmi, these stories have always held a special place in my heart. Through Shemaroo Deepotsav, I hope we can bring back the joy of listening to stories as a family, spark curiosity in children and give parents and grandparents a reason to share tales they haven’t told in years. Rediscovering them connects us to our roots and reminds us of what matters most: love, faith, gratitude and family. The greatest gift we can pass on to the next generation is not just our traditions, but the values and emotions that make them meaningful.”
