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Gujarat offers unmatched warmth and hospitality: Monal Gajjar

Monal Gajjar joined us for a Gujarat Day shoot at Tran Darwaja, Ahmedabad For Monal Gajjar , Gujarat is 'maru ghar.' On Gujarat Day , the Kasoombo actress, who joined us for a shoot, tells us, 'No matter which place I travel to, as soon as I am in Gujarat and meet Gujaratis, I know I am home. When I used to work down south (she has done Tamil and Telugu films), I would be ecstatic even if I met one Gujarati person! That is the beauty of our state and our people; we can be in any part of the country but if you meet a fellow Gujarati, they treat you warmly and most importantly, feed you home food. The warmth and hospitality offered by Gujarat and its people is unmatchable.' 'Despite development, we haven't let go of our traditions and culture' Talking about Gujarat's diversity and rich culture, Monal says, 'Be it literature, business sense, music, share market or different art forms like theatre and dance, Gujarat is known for everything in some way or the other. I feel proud that when Gujaratis meet, they can talk about anything because we have been able to tap into various fields successfully.' She adds, 'Also, when you talk about development, it has been wholesome. Whether it's the metro or the kind of infrastructure that the city has today, it is brilliant. However, what is special is that despite development, we haven't let go of our traditions and culture. In the old city in Ahmedabad, people still celebrate festivals together and your neighbours become your family. It's true for every city in Gujarat.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo 'Want to do more films like Reva that talk about Gujarat' Monal, who was a part of the National Award-winning Gujarati film Reva, says 'it shaped my career and my personality', adding, 'Doing a film which represents Gujarat, its culture and Narmada river, and successfully reaching the right audience, will remain a highlight of my career. When I go to Tier 2 or Tier 3 cities, people tell me, 'We have seen you in Reva', and I feel it is a win-win situation for all of us. I wish to do more films that talk about untapped topics and stories of Gujarat.' She adds, "The stereotype of Gujaratis carrying theplas everywhere is true. I feel happy about it; we will never starve and can offer theplas to others too. Gujarati food is my comfort food. Khichdi, aloo ki sabzi and buttermilk remain my go-to Gujarati food."