• My Diwali

  • By: SBS
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My Diwali

By: SBS
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  • My Diwali features well known South Asian personalities and everyday Australians sharing their experiences of celebrating Diwali. We hear about their favourite foods and traditions, explore childhood memories, and discuss how Diwali intersects with belonging and identity. Celebrate the cultural significance of the largest event in the calendar year for all South Asian communities and people.
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Episodes
  • Diwali is time for MasterChef winner Sashi Cheliah to hit the pause button

    Diwali is time for MasterChef winner Sashi Cheliah to hit the pause button
    Oct 31 2024
    Sashikumar Cheliah, the 2018 champion of Australian MasterChef, shares his Diwali tips and traditions with Dilpreet Taggar and Preeti Jabbal in this episode of 'My Diwali.' Sashi has a diverse background, having grown up in Singapore with roots in Tamil Nadu, India. In this discussion, we will explore his journey since his remarkable win, as well as his memories of celebrating Diwali with family and friends.
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    25 mins
  • For Pallavi Sharda, Diwali is the time to look inward

    For Pallavi Sharda, Diwali is the time to look inward
    Oct 31 2024
    For Pallavi Sharda, Diwali is more than just rituals and celebrations; it has always been a gateway to her heritage. As the first Australian-born actress of Indian heritage to lead in Bollywood films, Pallavi has navigated multiple worlds, and the essence of Vedic festivals like Diwali continually grounds her. In this episode, she shares with Dilpreet her deep connection to the spirituality of her roots and, in a world full of online noise and distractions, encourages us all to pause, reflect, and look inward this Diwali.
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    16 mins
  • Fuzz Ali's Indo-Fijian Diwali is beyond faith and borders

    Fuzz Ali's Indo-Fijian Diwali is beyond faith and borders
    Oct 31 2024
    For Fuzz Ali, Diwali transcends mere celebration; it’s a cultural tapestry woven into the fabric of life in Fiji. Growing up in Suva, where the festival is a national holiday, Fuzz reflects on how these traditions shape his identity as an Indo-Fijian artist now living in Australia. With a festive backdrop of fireworks, colourful sarees, and community spirit, Fuzz shares his journey of embracing his dual heritage and advocating for South Asian visibility. Join us on My Diwali with hosts Dilpreet Kaur Taggar and Preeti Jabbal as we explore what Diwali means through Fuzz’s unique lens.
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    23 mins

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