India, Jan. 15 -- As Tamil Nadu celebrates the harvest festival of Pongal, actor and entrepreneur Shrutika Arjun reflects on the joy of home, heritage and gratitude, sharing what the festival truly means to her and how she keeps its traditions alive with family.

Speaking about what Pongal means to her she says, "Pongal is one of the most emotionally special festivals for me because it celebrates gratitude gratitude towards nature, the Sun, farmers and life itself. For me, it's not just about rituals, it's about slowing down and being present with family. We wake up early, draw kolams, decorate the house with flowers, cook Pongal together and spend the day talking, laughing and enjoying home-cooked food. In the middle of my hectic shootin...