Mumbai's Diwali season is usually one long run of star-studded parties, designer outfits and paparazzi flashes. This year Ankita Lokhande stepped away from all of it. The 'Pavitra Rishta' actress celebrated the festival of lights with her husband, Vicky Jain, and their family in Bhilaspur. The pictures she shared feel warm, personal and simple, in a way that much celebrity festive content doesn't.
On Instagram, Ankita posted a series of photos with Vicky and a note about why time with loved ones matters more than anything else during the festival.
"Bhilaspur wali Diwali Apno ke sang kaafi hai. Because at the end of the day, it's not about how grand the celebrations are, but about the people who make every moment special. Family is our first home, our biggest blessing and the one place we can always return to," she wrote.
She went on to thank her family for the small moments, the laughter, the traditions and the time spent together, adding, "Some bonds are blessings, some moments become memories, and family will always be home." She ended the post with Diwali and New Year wishes for her followers.
Aarti, Ethnic Looks and Firecrackers
The photos show Ankita and Vicky doing aarti together and seeking blessings. The couple also posed with family members, which made the album feel like a family get-together rather than a styled shoot.
The two wore coordinated festive outfits. Ankita chose a traditional saree with green bangles, traditional jewellery and a graceful hairstyle, and Vicky matched her in ethnic wear. Other frames showed the family enjoying the evening and bursting firecrackers.
Ankita also posted a video of herself and Vicky lighting firecrackers together, with a romantic caption: "Years from now, I might forget the fireworks. I'll remember how you looked at me. Happy Diwali from us to all of you."
Why the Post Struck a Chord
The message is a large part of why the post stands out. Festive social media posts from celebrities often lean on scale: lavish décor, guest lists and expensive outfits. Ankita's idea that "family will always be home" connects with a big share of Indian audiences, especially the many people who travel back to their hometowns every Diwali to be with family.
Fans have followed Ankita and Vicky's relationship closely through their public appearances, including their stint on Bigg Boss 17. For those fans, these glimpses show a quieter and more grounded side of the couple, away from television and reality shows.
Ankita married businessman Vicky Jain on December 14, 2021, in a grand ceremony in Mumbai. The wedding was attended by family members and several friends from the entertainment industry. Their wedding was a big celebration, but this Diwali, Ankita seems to have chosen something smaller and more personal on purpose.
This story is based on a post shared on Ankita Lokhande's official Instagram account.
