Harleen Kaur Rekhi Returns Home for Raksha Bandhan After Two Years

After two long years, Harleen Kaur Rekhi is finally packing her bags for a homecoming that’s far more than just another festive trip. This Raksha Bandhan, the actress — soon to be seen as Kaamdhenu Devi in Star Bharat’s upcoming mythological drama Kaamdhenu Gaumata — is heading back to Delhi, ready to wrap herself in the warmth of family laughter, shared stories, and the kind of love only siblings can understand.

For Harleen, Raksha Bandhan has always been more than threads and rituals. It’s a heartbeat kind of celebration — the kind where memories spill over from every corner of the house. “This year feels special in a way words can’t completely capture,” she says, her voice carrying that mix of excitement and nostalgia. “Being away from home made me realise just how much these small traditions mean. It’s not just about a day; it’s about all the little moments that come with it.”

Born into a family of four sisters, Harleen’s festive stories are free from the usual brother-sister frame. But that absence never left a gap. In fact, it shaped a new tradition — one where sisters tie bracelets to each other, sealing a promise of protection that works both ways. “People often say brothers protect their sisters,” she reflects, “but I believe sisters are just as fierce, just as protective. The form may be different, but the feeling? Exactly the same.”

This year’s Rakhis are a little different for Harleen — stylish bracelets chosen carefully with her sisters’ personalities in mind. She’s never been one for overpriced showpieces; for her, the value is in the thought. “We like giving things that can actually be used — clothes, accessories, maybe even food. It’s less about cost, more about care,” she smiles. “It’s like saying, I know you, I see you, and I want you to have this.” 

But the celebrations won’t stop at home. This time, the sisters are taking their bond on the road. Instead of just a day of rituals, they’ve planned a short getaway — a girls’ trip packed with late-night chats, impromptu shopping sprees, and those endless rounds of laughter that only siblings can share. “We wanted to make it more than just a one-day thing,” Harleen explains. “So we decided to create an experience. A few days that will stay with us forever.” 

For Harleen, this Raksha Bandhan is a reminder that bonds don’t always need to fit the world’s definitions. It’s about choosing to protect, to show up, to make space for joy in each other’s lives. Whether it’s tying a thread, sharing a meal, or simply being present — the meaning lies in the act itself. And for a family that has rewritten tradition in their own language of love, this year is another page in a story that keeps getting richer.