India, Sept. 14 -- Being a Maharashtrian, Ganesh Chaturthi holds a special place in Shriya Pilgaonkar's life, and this year, it's even more special as it comes on the heels of two big releases for the actor - Mirzapur The Movie and Haiwaan. Excited about bringing in the festival, she says, "Ganesh Chaturthi is not just a festival of devotion to Lord Ganesha, but it's also a celebration of Maharashtra's culture, history, community and spirit."

Shriya Pilgabelieves Mumbai has a different soul during the festivities which she loves: "It is a moment where the entire city comes together to celebrate everything that Ganpati stands for. It's a beautiful feeling to see the city come alive, and there's so much, uh, positive energy, there is so mu...