Living in a nuclear Malayali family in Bengaluru, actor Sruthi Hariharan is dedicated to preserving their traditions. Whether celebrating with just her husband, Raam Kumar, and daughter Janki, she cherishes the memories of Onam festivities from her childhood. Fondly recalling her experiences at the East Cultural Association, where her aunt was a member, Sruthi reminisces about the delightful Onam sadhya she used to enjoy. Emphasizing the significance of the traditional feast, Sruthi expresses her love for dishes like payasam, aviyal, and sharkara upperi. Following her marriage to Raam, Onam celebrations have taken on even greater meaning for Sruthi, who ensures that their cultural values are passed down to their daughter, Janki. Despite being a nuclear family in an urban setting, they make a conscious effort to uphold their customs and partake in the festivities together.Sruthi emphasizes the importance of passing down traditions and culture to her daughter Janki, while also giving her the freedom to choose whether to continue them in the future. Despite living away from Kerala, Sruthi believes it is crucial for Janki to stay connected to their roots. She enjoys cooking a sadhya at home, as it allows her to share a special meal with loved ones on a meaningful day like Onam.