Here's a look at five Bollywood Diwali moments that stole the spotlight in 2026.
1. Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal introduce son Vihaan
Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal gave fans a special Diwali surprise by sharing the first pictures of their son, Vihaan, on social media. The post also coincided with the little boy's first birthday on November 7.
The couple looked festive in coordinated yellow and beige outfits. Katrina wore yellow, while Vicky opted for a beige traditional ensemble. Vihaan completed the family look in a beige kurta with a yellow waistcoat.
Sharing the photograph, the couple wrote, “Our brightest Diwali yet… Wishing everyone love, light and happiness. Vicky, Katrina & Vihaan”.
The post quickly became a talking point, as it offered fans a rare glimpse of the couple's son.
2. Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor celebrate at their new home
Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor celebrated Diwali at their new residence, Krishna Raj Bungalow, with daughter Raha and family members.
Alia shared a series of photographs from the celebrations, including a sweet moment in which Raha planted kisses on both her parents' cheeks. Another picture showed a priest tying a sacred thread around Ranbir's wrist during the puja.
Alia wore a green lehenga choli, while Ranbir and Raha coordinated in traditional white outfits. Neetu Kapoor joined them in green festive attire.
The family also posed in front of a portrait of late actor Rishi Kapoor, remembering him during the celebrations.
Alia captioned her post, “The light of my life Happy Diwali to you and yours. Hope you're surrounded by lots and lots of love”.
3. Priyanka Chopra celebrates with Nick Jonas and Malti
Priyanka Chopra Jonas shared glimpses of her Diwali celebrations with husband Nick Jonas and daughter Malti Marie.
The photographs featured Priyanka in a detailed maroon-and-gold outfit, while Nick wore a traditional kurta paired with an embroidered jacket. The family also shared moments around a festive setting decorated with candles and flowers.
Priyanka's post offered a glimpse of their family celebrations, including traditional food and time spent together.
4. Kareena Kapoor and Karisma Kapoor share a family moment
Kareena Kapoor Khan celebrated Diwali with sister Karisma Kapoor and their parents, Randhir and Babita Kapoor.
The actor shared a family photograph showing the sisters sitting at their parents' feet. The warm picture was accompanied by a reference to a classic Raj Kapoor song, adding a nostalgic touch to the festive greeting.
5. Pregnant Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra share a special Diwali moment
Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra gave fans a glimpse of their Diwali celebrations with a picture together, marking the occasion as they prepare to welcome their second child. The couple, who are already parents to a daughter, shared the photograph with a heartfelt caption: “A little more love, a little more light and a lot to be grateful for🙏🏻 Happy Diwali to all of you❤️.”
Kiara's post stood out because of the special family milestone, with fans excited to see the couple celebrating this new chapter together. The photograph offered a warm, intimate glimpse into their festivities, while the caption reflected their gratitude and happiness. Their announcement of a second pregnancy had already drawn considerable attention, making this festive post particularly meaningful for followers.
From a special family milestone for Katrina and Vicky to intimate celebrations at Alia and Ranbir's new home, Bollywood stars marked Diwali 2026 by sharing personal moments that brought fans closer to their festivities.
