India, Oct. 18 -- Actor Aahana S Kumra loves spending Diwali with her parents but equally enjoys indulging in glamorous Bollywood parties, which she says are ideal for networking and meeting people.

"When I look back at my festive memories, that gulabi thandi which marks the start of winter, the fragrance of flowers, and the festive vibes take me back to my hometown, Lucknow. Ek alag hi tiyohaar ki khushboo hai UP mein that I miss in Mumbai. Now, having lived here for over two decades, the weather, the pace, and the festivity are very different, but the feeling remains the same. It's the best part of the year!"

In contrast, she feels Diwali in Mumbai is exceptionally glamorous, with a flood of parties across the city. "It starts 10-15 d...