India, Nov. 6 -- With Diwali just a few days away, the excitement for the festivities is palpable for Fatima Sana Shaikh. As she shoots with HT City Showstoppers, the actor insists, "There's just something about Diwali that makes everybody happy. The city looks beautiful, people are dressing up, visiting each other, and eating good food. There's a certain warmth in the air. And I love that."

The festival also brings back a rush of childhood memories for Fatima Sana Shaikh as she shares, "When you're a kid, festivals are just so much more exciting. You look forward to the holidays, the sweets, wearing new clothes, meeting your friends. And I remember how exciting it was just to see the whole neighbourhood lit up. It's funny how, as you gr...