Coming to Kolkata feels like coming to my mother's place: Kajol
Kolkata is abuzz with Bollywood star Kajol's arrival. She is in the city to promote her upcoming film. On Thursday morning, fans and devotees alike were delighted to catch a glimpse of the actress as she visited Dakshineswar Temple.
Embodying grace and traditional elegance, Kajol was spotted in a beautiful peach-pink saree, perfectly blending devotion with her signature charm. Her visit to the iconic temple marks a spiritual start to her promotional tour, adding a touch of serene beauty to the vibrant city. While interacting with the media the actress said, 'I love coming to Kolkata. Whenever I am here, it feels like I have come to my mother's place.
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The actress's visit underscores the deep connection she has consistently displayed with Kolkata, a city with which she shares strong familial ties through her Bengali heritage. Her visits, whether for film promotions like
Salaam Venky
and
Helicopter Eela
, or as a guest at events like the
Kolkata International Film Festival
, have always been marked by her warmth and candid affection for the city.
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