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Ronit Roy's spiritual awakening
By: Tushar Joshi
June 2, 2006
Divine quest: Ronit Roy
Ronit Roy's professional journey started years back with a film, titled Jaan Tere Naam in the early 90s.
From the big screen to playing Mr Bajaj of Kasautii Zindagii Kay on the small screen, the actor has had many ups and downs.
However, one thing that has remained rock-solid is Ronit's unending desire to learn more about the spiritual world.
Recently, the actor was at the bank of the Ganges in Haridwar for the shoot of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. "There were some two to three thousand people, and we were shooting along with them," reveals Ronit.
Puja ka power
While shooting during the Ganga Puja that happens every evening, Ronit felt immensely overwhelmed by the mantras and the hymns being chanted aloud.
"Everyone lights these beautiful diyas and sets them afloat in the river. I cannot describe in words what I went through, during that moment. It felt like being in the middle of positive energies. I have never been so overwhelmed in life before."
Admitting he's an extremely religious person Ronit says, "I believe in every way of praising the lord. There isn't a specific deity or a religion that's close to my heart. I am curious to know about different cultures and their ways of embracing spirituality."
These days, Ronit is reading books on Eastern mysticism. "All of us have lots of questions that trouble our mind and we constantly try and seek answers for them. After being on the path of divinity, you reach a certain stage where the answers come to you even before your mind has raised the question."
Seeking a guru
The actor claims he is also planning to study Vedic scriptures, "I think when I reach my mid forties, I would like to take up the Vedas. However, there would have to be a Guru who'll guide me in the journey, explain and elaborate the meanings for me."
Facts about the Ganga Puja
By sundown each day in Hardiwar the entire place takes on a different glow. The big puja takes place at Hari ki Pauri. The Ganga aarti takes place on the banks of the river. Devotees line the banks, holding a basket of flowers containing an oil lamp.
The aarti begins with singing of the hymn, Jai Jagadish Hare and devotees send baskets of flowers and diya down the river. The aarti is supposed to have healing powers and is attended by thousands of locals as well as tourists from various part of the country.
By: Tushar Joshi
June 2, 2006
Divine quest: Ronit Roy
Ronit Roy's professional journey started years back with a film, titled Jaan Tere Naam in the early 90s.
From the big screen to playing Mr Bajaj of Kasautii Zindagii Kay on the small screen, the actor has had many ups and downs.
However, one thing that has remained rock-solid is Ronit's unending desire to learn more about the spiritual world.
Recently, the actor was at the bank of the Ganges in Haridwar for the shoot of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. "There were some two to three thousand people, and we were shooting along with them," reveals Ronit.
Puja ka power
While shooting during the Ganga Puja that happens every evening, Ronit felt immensely overwhelmed by the mantras and the hymns being chanted aloud.
"Everyone lights these beautiful diyas and sets them afloat in the river. I cannot describe in words what I went through, during that moment. It felt like being in the middle of positive energies. I have never been so overwhelmed in life before."
Admitting he's an extremely religious person Ronit says, "I believe in every way of praising the lord. There isn't a specific deity or a religion that's close to my heart. I am curious to know about different cultures and their ways of embracing spirituality."
These days, Ronit is reading books on Eastern mysticism. "All of us have lots of questions that trouble our mind and we constantly try and seek answers for them. After being on the path of divinity, you reach a certain stage where the answers come to you even before your mind has raised the question."
Seeking a guru
The actor claims he is also planning to study Vedic scriptures, "I think when I reach my mid forties, I would like to take up the Vedas. However, there would have to be a Guru who'll guide me in the journey, explain and elaborate the meanings for me."
Facts about the Ganga Puja
By sundown each day in Hardiwar the entire place takes on a different glow. The big puja takes place at Hari ki Pauri. The Ganga aarti takes place on the banks of the river. Devotees line the banks, holding a basket of flowers containing an oil lamp.
The aarti begins with singing of the hymn, Jai Jagadish Hare and devotees send baskets of flowers and diya down the river. The aarti is supposed to have healing powers and is attended by thousands of locals as well as tourists from various part of the country.
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