Diwali 2026 brought together Bollywood's biggest stars for celebrations filled with family gatherings, traditional rituals and special moments. Several celebrities took to social media to share glimpses of how they celebrated the festival of lights with their loved ones. From Akshay Kumar's emotional prayer for his late parents to Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt greeting fans from their new home, this year's celebrations offered a glimpse into the personal lives of film personalities.
Kareena Kapoor Khan, Sara Ali Khan, Sonam Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha and Varun Dhawan were also among the celebrities who shared pictures and videos from their festive celebrations. While some preferred intimate family gatherings, others gave fans a look at their traditional outfits and special moments with their partners and children.
Akshay Kumar Performs Diwali Puja for His Late Parents
One of the most heartfelt moments from this year's celebrations came from Akshay Kumar. The actor shared a video on Instagram showing him performing a traditional Diwali puja at home. Dressed in a yellow kurta, Akshay was seen performing aarti in front of the deities.
What made the moment particularly emotional was the presence of photographs of his late parents placed alongside the religious idols. Through the ritual, the actor appeared to remember his parents and include them in the family's festive celebrations.
Akshay Kumar son, Aarav Bhatia, was also seen joining the celebrations. The video offered fans a glimpse of a simple family moment rather than a grand public celebration.
Along with the video, Akshay Kumar shared a Diwali message highlighting the importance of sharing happiness, spending time with loved ones and appreciating life's small joys. He also wished everyone good health, happiness and prosperity.
The actor's post received attention for its personal and emotional touch, as many people could relate to remembering family members who are no longer around during important festivals.
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt Celebrate at Krishna Raj Bungalow
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt also gave fans a special glimpse of their Diwali celebrations. The couple stepped out onto the balcony of their new Mumbai residence, Krishna Raj bungalow, to greet photographers waiting outside.
Ranbir was seen waving at the paparazzi and sending flying kisses while wishing them a happy Diwali. His mother, Neetu Kapoor, stood beside him and joined in greeting the photographers. Alia also appeared on the balcony, smiling warmly as the family acknowledged the people gathered outside their home.
The six-storey property is located in Pali Hill, Bandra, and is named after Ranbir's grandparents, Raj Kapoor and Krishna Kapoor. The family reportedly moved into the residence in November 2025.
According to reports, Neetu Kapoor has a dedicated floor in the property, with separate rooms for her daughter Riddhima Kapoor Sahni and granddaughter Samara.
Alia later shared photographs from the family's Diwali celebrations on social media. Their daughter Raha also attracted attention in the pictures, becoming one of the highlights of the festive post. Ranbir and Alia were also seen performing puja together.
The family's balcony appearance quickly became a talking point among fans, who appreciated the couple's warm interaction with the photographers.
Kareena Kapoor Celebrates Diwali with Parents and Family
For Kareena Kapoor Khan, Diwali was an occasion to spend quality time with her family. The actress shared photographs featuring her sister Karisma Kapoor and parents Randhir Kapoor and Babita Kapoor.
One of the pictures showed Kareena's younger son Taimur sharing a warm moment with his maternal grandfather, Randhir Kapoor. The photograph captured the close bond between the family members.
Kareena also shared a heartfelt message about the importance of parents and family. Referring to the emotional connection people share with their parents, she wished everyone a happy Diwali and emphasised the importance of loving and valuing one's parents.
Her post reflected the family-oriented spirit of the festival and received attention from fans who appreciated the personal message.
Sara Ali Khan Celebrates with Amrita Singh and Ibrahim
Sara Ali Khan also shared pictures from her Diwali gathering with her mother, Amrita Singh, and brother, Ibrahim Ali Khan.
The actress offered fans a glimpse of the celebrations through photographs featuring the family and their friends. Keeping her festive message simple, Sara wished everyone a happy Diwali.
Her post highlighted the importance of spending the festival with close family members and friends.
Sonam Kapoor and Sonakshi Sinha Share Festive Moments
Sonam Kapoor celebrated Diwali with her husband, Anand Ahuja. The actress shared photographs from the occasion in which she was seen wearing a white traditional outfit and posing with her husband.
Sonakshi Sinha also gave fans a glimpse of her festive celebrations. She shared pictures with her husband, Zaheer Iqbal, offering a look at the Diwali festivities they had enjoyed with friends over the preceding days.
Both actresses kept their celebrations personal, sharing photographs that reflected the festive atmosphere and their time with loved ones.
Varun Dhawan Celebrates with Natasha Dalal and Daughter
Varun Dhawan also celebrated Diwali with his family. The actor shared pictures featuring his wife, Natasha Dalal, and their daughter, Lara.
The photographs offered fans a glimpse of the family's festive moments. Varun also posted a picture with comedian Samay Raina, adding another interesting moment to his Diwali social media updates.
Bollywood's Diwali Celebrations Focus on Family
From Akshay Kumar remembering his late parents to the Kapoor family gathering at Krishna Raj bungalow, Diwali 2026 was marked by several personal and emotional moments across Bollywood.
The celebrations also showed how celebrities used social media to connect with fans and share glimpses of their lives beyond films and public appearances.
While elaborate decorations and traditional outfits remained part of the festivities, the strongest theme across many celebrity posts was the importance of family, togetherness and remembering loved ones.
Whether through a simple home puja, a family photograph or a greeting from a balcony, Bollywood stars brought their own personal touch to the festival of lights.
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