As Independence Day approaches, Zee TV stars share their experiences/messages for their beloved nation.
Sara Khan, Mona of Ram Milaayi Jodi said, “I remember my school days when we used to get together early in the morning on Independence Day and sing patriotic songs after the flag hoisting ceremony. Participating in skits with patriotic themes was always an attraction for the budding actress in me. I’ll be a hypocrite if I don’t admit that I used to look forward to the day since it was a holiday at school. This year, I’ll be shooting on 15th August, so there’s absolutely no respite!”
Usha Nadkarni, Savita ji of Pavitra Rishta said, “The one thing I avoided at school was singing patriotic songs. With a voice like mine, I could easily scare away the chief guest at our Independence Day school functions. This year, I don’t know if I’ll be shooting. If I am lucky to have the day off, I’ll probably just spend some quality time at home with my family.”
Sushant Rajput, Manav of Pavitra Rishta said, “I used to be the school prefect. So I was once called upon to make a speech in front of the entire Independence Day assembly. Initially, I could barely find my voice because I was very nervous but later I mustered enough confidence to give a fairly fluent, impactful speech. I had never made a speech in front of a large audience until then and it was a good feeling when people said I spoke very well. This year, if I get time off shooting on 15th August, I’ll head to the hills for some rest and relaxation!”
Avinash Sachdev, Dev of Choti Bahu 2 said, “Independence Day is a day when we pay homage to our freedom fighters and martyrs who sacrificed their lives to liberate our motherland from foreign plunderers. Be it the war of 1857 or the Kargil war more recently, each soldier has contributed to making our lives safer in some way. We should never forget what they did for our country. I’d like to salute their spirit!”
Javed Ali, judge of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li’l Champs said, “Living the way I want to, is freedom for me. And for this, I have to thank the great forefathers of our country – Gandhiji and Jawaharlal Nehru. The world today recognizes the tremendous efforts of men like them. Gandhiji has become a role model for the world to emulate by his trademark of Non-violence. The world today would benefit greatly from revisiting his philosophies in life.”
Karan V Grover, Karan of Yahan Main Ghar Ghar Kheli said, “Freedom to me means freedom to travel anywhere around the globe, live life to the fullest and on my own terms. It’s about living life peacefully without interference from outside entities. I am thankful that my country gives me certain freedoms as my constitutional rights and salute the heroes who won back our independence.”
Yash Tonk, Dadda Chalukya of Shobha Somnath Ki said, “It is a day to be proud for every Indian as on this day we got our independence and no longer have any other foreign country ruling over us. If every Indian starts treating the country as their home, all problems will be automatically solved. Just as we take the utmost care of our home and family members, we should do the same for our country and its citizens too. It’s not the job of the government or one particular person but the collective responsibility of all Indian citizens.”
Amrita Raichand, Maharani Gayatri of Shobha Somnath Ki said, “Independence Day signifies our freedom from the British rule but for me it also signifies the freedom of every individual. Until I was dependent on my parents, I never realized the responsibility that comes along with my freedom. Today’s generation doesn’t realize the value of independence and just takes it for granted as most of us were born in Independent India. I’d like to look at Independence Day as a time to pause and acknowledge and appreciate the fact that we are a free democracy and can lead lives on our own terms!”
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