Punit Bhatia on visiting Kedarnath: I feel like my heart and mind are still there
Television actor Punit Bhatia, known for his roles in popular Hindi shows like Chhoti Sardarni, Meet: Badlegi Duniya Ki Reet, and Wagle Ki Duniya, recently fulfilled a long-awaited dream by visiting Kedarnath.
Sharing about his recent trip, he says, 'Kedarnath trip was on my to-do list for the longest time. I am so glad that I was able to go there this time around. Whenever I thought of planning it, I was caught up in shoots and somehow never made it. Every time I planned, I ended up visiting nearby places instead. A few months ago, I went to Kedareshwar Cave Temple in Harishchandragad, Maharashtra. But this time, Lord Shiva finally called me.
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The actor visited the holy site with friends and described the experience as transformative. 'It's a trip I'll always remember. I feel like my heart and mind are still there. The natural beauty, the fresh air, the energy—it makes you forget all worries. I'm falling short of words to describe it,' says Punit.
However, Punit also urged caution for future visitors. He shares, 'It's getting crowded. I'd suggest planning carefully and checking weather updates.
I came across rain alerts while I was there.'
Punit, who was last seen as Ishan in the Punjabi show Shivika – Sath Yugan Yugan, is currently in his hometown, Chandigarh, spending time with family. He plans to return to Mumbai in a few days to resume work. 'This break was much needed after a hectic work schedule,' he said. 'Now I'm ready to explore new acting opportunities. I'd love to take on a challenging role and reconnect with my audience.'
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