India, Jan. 26 -- For actor Tejasswi Prakash, Republic Day holds a special place in her heart, with childhood memories that bring a smile to her face. She recalls, "As a child I loved the day as it was a no school day. And I remember waking up in the morning with patriotic songs in the background, traditional Indian snacks and a day of family time." However, as she grew older, her understanding of the day deepened. "As you grow up, you realise what your country means to you and how blessed we are to be living in the world's biggest democracy," says the 31-year-old who last seen in the cooking-based TV series Laughter Chefs - Unlimited Entertainment.

She adds, "Republic Day is a day to not only celebrate the institution of the constitutio...