for huma, Eid means family first and dessert always!
India, Aug. 26 -- A
ctor Huma Qureshi may be juggling film promotions and shoots, but Eid remains reserved for family. As Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi is observed today, the actor says she plans to keep the celebrations simple, with loved ones, good food and a little festive dressing up. "Festivals always bring a different kind of energy to the house, and I really enjoy that," she says.
And no Eid celebration in the Qureshi household is complete without food. "Food is absolutely central to Eid in the family. There has to be a proper spread and, of course, something sweet," says Qureshi, who counts sheer khurma and mutton biryani among her festive favourites. "I have a weakness for desserts, so I'm never going to say no to that. And somehow, no matter how much food is made, everyone still manages to say, 'We should have made more!'" she laughs.
The festival is also an excuse to dress up. "I usually like wearing something elegant and traditional, with beautiful jewellery and a little bit of glam. There's something about putting on a new outfit on Eid that instantly puts you in a festive mood," she says.
For Qureshi, however, the meaning of Eid has changed with age. "As a child, Eid was mostly about the excitement, new clothes, Eidi, food and meeting everyone. Now, I think I appreciate the emotional side of it much more. I value the time with my family, the prayers, the gratitude and the feeling of giving and sharing. Life gets busier, especially with films and everything that comes with them, so these moments with family feel even more precious."...
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