Parineeti Breaks Fast at 35,000 Feet as Aamir-Gauri and Priyanka-Nick Celebrate Love
The glitz and romance of Bollywood reached new heights on October 29, 2026, as Hindi cinema's top couples observed Karwa Chauth with unmatched devotion, style, and bespoke festivities across the globe. From high-altitude flight rituals to star-studded traditional gatherings in Mumbai, celebrities took to social media to share intimate glimpses of their rituals, heartfelt tributes, and festive ensembles. While the celebrations featured customary rooftop moon sightings and traditional puja thalis, this year’s festivities stood out for unprecedented settings, with couples finding innovative ways to uphold age-old marital traditions despite erratic travel schedules, delayed flights, and international tour commitments.
Moonrise at 35,000 Feet: Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha's In-Flight Ritual
Redefining festive dedication, actress Parineeti Chopra and politician Raghav Chadha marked an unforgettable Karwa Chauth high above the clouds at a cruising altitude of 35,000 feet. Facing an unexpected commercial flight delay that prevented them from reaching their residence in time for the lunar rise, the couple decided not to let travel logistics disrupt their fast. Sharing a candid video clip and photographs from their cabin seats, Parineeti revealed how they spotted the moon directly through the airplane window and conducted the sacred puja right in the aisle. Penned as a loving tribute to Raghav, whom she affectionately addressed as "Ragi, the best person, human being, and best boy," the actress highlighted how love transcends geography. Meanwhile, across the globe, international icon Priyanka Chopra shared an emotional glimpse of her celebrations with pop star husband Nick Jonas, revealing that Nick rearranged his hectic tour itinerary to fly home unannounced ahead of his upcoming concert just to ensure they could break the fast together.
First Festivities for Aamir-Gauri and Star-Studded Glamour at Sunita Kapoor’s Residence
Back in Mumbai, the traditional epicenter of Bollywood's festive circuit was buzzing, highlighted by superstar Aamir Khan and his wife Gauri Spratt celebrating their very first Karwa Chauth following their wedding in July 2026. The couple made a stylish appearance outside veteran actor Anil Kapoor’s residence, where Aamir stepped out in an elegant classic kurta-pajama while Gauri dazzled in a vibrant royal blue ethnic suit. Anil Kapoor and Sunita Kapoor’s residence also hosted its annual signature Karwa Chauth gathering, drawing regular attendees including actress Shilpa Shetty, who arrived draped in an eye-catching pink saree complemented by an intricately embroidered green blouse, statement heirloom jewelry, a beautifully decorated traditional puja thali, and custom festive mehndi that she happily showcased to waiting paparazzi. The auspicious occasion saw vibrant celebrations across the broader film fraternity, with Mira Rajput, Rakul Preet Singh, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, and Anshula Kapoor sharing festive moments that captured the spirit of love and togetherness.
