Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan actor Rumi Khan plans to cook his mother's recipe for Sheer Khurma this Eid-ul-Adha
Muslims across the globe are preparing to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha, one of the most significant festivals in Islam. Actor
Rumi Khan
is looking forward to celebrating the festival in Mumbai this year.
He said, "Every year I celebrate the festival with my parents in my hometown Indore but this year I'm here in Mumbai. As currently I'm shooting for my show in Amgaon. But I have got my Eid off. A small break in which travelling back home wasn't possible. So I'm here in Mumbai, looking forward to celebrating with my close friends here."
He continued to share his plans and revealed, "I always wait for my Eidi. My parents will be sending me.
For the celebration, I will offer my morning prayers in the mosque. Later on will also do some charity or Zakat as it is one of the major pillars in Islam."
He plans, "To make my Eid special this year, I'm trying my hand at making Sheer Khurma, it is an elegant dessert made during Eid. I love my mother's recipe but this year I'll be trying it on my own with her advice. I will also try to make Sewaiyan. And a proper meal and will enjoy the festival with my friends in town."
Rumi is currently shooting for the historical television drama, Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan in which he will essay the role of King Jaichand.
He says, "I'm happy that after having the Eid blessings, my track in the show will start on Monday. I'm looking forward to the love from my audience. I feel these wonderful works are gifted by the almighty. And I give my best."
Addressing the significance of the festival he mentioned, "Eid ul-Adha is a time of reflection and spiritual renewal.
It serves as a reminder to all Muslims of the importance of faith, devotion and submission to God's will, celebrated with piety and generosity. The festival not only strengthens the bonds within families and communities but also encourages acts of charity and kindness."
He concluded by sharing his Eid greetings. He added, "Warmest wishes for a joyous Eid-Ul-Adha, surrounded by loved ones and divine blessings. May our prayers be answered and hearts be filled with gratitude. Eid Mubarak!"
Rumi is making a comeback on the small screen after 3 years.
He was last seen in Ali Baba: Dastaan-E-Kabul, which aired from August 2022 to January 2023.
Meanwhile, he was seen in Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Pathan, Gadar 2 and a few OTT releases. He was last seen in Sunny Deol's blockbuster movie, 'Gadar 2: The Katha Continues'.
Rumi has been part of shows like Sher-e-Punjab: Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Chandragupta Maurya, Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat, Bharat Ka Veer Putra – Maharana Pratap, Mahabharat among others.
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