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Harpal Singh Sokhi revealed that traditional rice modaks are his favourite. (Photo Source: Instagram)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n

The world is immersed in the vibrant festival of Ganesh Chaturthi. From performing daily prayers and rituals to enjoying the delicious Modaks, people are celebrating Lord Ganesha\u2019s arrival with full fervour. The festival and celebrations are no different for celebrity chef and Laughter Chef\u2019s fame Harpal Singh Sokhi<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Popularly known for his culinary expertise and vibrant personality, the celebrity chef sat for an interview with an entertainment news portal where he shared his views about the auspicious festival, the rituals he follows and how this festival is both spiritually uplifting and personally meaningful.<\/p>\n

Harpal Singh Sokhi talks about the festival\u2019s spirit<\/strong><\/p>\n

Talking about how this festival brings happiness, he shared, \u201cI shifted to Bombay about 30 years ago, and having seen the vibe of Durga Puja in West Bengal, I can say the Ganpati festival here gives me the same energy. During those days, you see the Lord everywhere, but more importantly, you also feel him within yourself. There is a special aura in the air\u2014you feel energised, charged, and happier. Everyone around you seems happier too. That\u2019s the true beauty of Ganesh Chaturthi.”<\/p>\n

Harpal Singh Sokhi\u2019s Ganpati celebration at home<\/strong><\/p>\n

He further stated, \u201cWe bring Ganpati home. My mother used to arrange the entire ritual with a thali filled with flowers, modaks, and laddoos and would perform prayers every day for five days. She made us do the rituals with her, and now with my little daughter doing the same, it feels very special. I truly feel that during those days, the Lord resides in my home, in my child.”<\/p>\n

\u201cAs for pandals, there is something magical. Before the prayers, idols are just idols\u2014but once the rituals begin, an aura is created, and you can actually feel the power. When I touch his feet, I personally feel that energy within me,” he added.<\/p>\n

Harpal Singh Sokhi\u2019s festival is incomplete without food<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the chef, Ganesh Chaturthi is synonymous with modaks. He revealed, \u201cMy younger daughter insists on having modaks every day, and her nani prepares special puran poli for us. We all relish them together. The traditional rice modaks stuffed with coconut and jaggery are my absolute favourite.”<\/p>\n

Harpal Singh Sokhi\u2019s Prayer To Bappa<\/strong><\/p>\n

But beyond food and festivities, the Laughter Chefs fame believes Ganesh Utsav carries a deeper significance for all of Maharashtra. \u201cWhat I love the most is how all communities and all castes come together to celebrate. It creates a sense of unity and joy that cannot be described\u2014it has to be felt,” he said.<\/p>\n

On being asked about what he prays to Bappa for this year. He said that he wishes for more peace in the world, fewer calamities, and more humanity. \u201cIf we have that, everything else will follow,” he concluded.<\/p>\n

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Chirag Sehgal works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18.com. With an experience of five years in the media industry, he largely focuses on Indian television coverage. Apart from bringing …Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Chirag Sehgal works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18.com. With an experience of five years in the media industry, he largely focuses on Indian television coverage. Apart from bringing … Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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