Living in a nuclear Malayali family in Bengaluru, actress Sruthi Hariharan strives to uphold their traditions, even if it means observing festivities with just her husband, Raam Kumar, and daughter Janki. Having been brought up in Bengaluru, Sruthi reminisces about her childhood experiences of celebrating Onam at the East Cultural Association, where she savored the delicious sadhya. She particularly enjoys dishes like payasam, aviyal, and sharkara upperi as part of the Onam feast. Reflecting on her marriage to Raam, she emphasizes the importance of passing down cultural values to their daughter, Janki, who eagerly participates in the festivities by assisting with the pookalam and learning aspects of Kaikottikali. Despite being a nuclear family in an urban setting, Sruthi and Raam make a conscious effort to instill a sense of tradition and celebration in their daughter.Sruthi and Raam prioritize keeping their daughter connected to their traditions and culture. They aim to introduce Janki to their upbringing while respecting her freedom to choose whether to continue those traditions in the future. As Janki resides away from Kerala, Sruthi emphasizes the importance of staying rooted to their heritage. She believes that it is crucial for Janki to observe and participate in their customs. Celebrating Onam, Sruthi conveys that the essence lies in sharing a special meal with loved ones, creating cherished memories.