I believe Lord Shiva has worked miracles in my life: Charrul Malik

CharrulMalik, who is a former news anchor and is currently seen in the TV show Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain!, is a big Shiv bhakt, and confessed that hehasalways been there with her in her time of need, to guide her and protect her. Speaking on the occasion of Maha Shivratri, which will be observed on March 8, she said, “LordShivahasalways blessed me, guidingmyboat to safety whenever I faced difficult times.”

Sharing her personal experience of her faith inLordShiva, she said, “I vividly remember that while I was preparing for law, duringmycommute to the university it used to be difficult to manage, but whenever I hadmyexams, I would always chant his name. And while going for the exam, I would come across a largeShivaidol, seeing him brought me immense peace, and I would silently pray, 'HeyShiva, help me perform well inmyexams today.' Tomysurprise, every time the questions I had revised would come in the paper, those I hadn’t wouldn’t.”

“IbelieveLordShivahasworkedmiraclesinmylife. Even whenmycareer in national news began, I maintainedmydevotion toLordShiva. Though I don't engage in lengthy rituals, I always chantShiva's name inmymind before undertaking any task, and I thank him for allmyaccomplishments,” she added.

Charrulfurther revealed that she feels a “heightened connection withShiva” on Maha Shivratri, and added, “I observe a fast, offering milk toShivaat home.“

WorshippingShivahasalways taught her valuablelifelessons like being patient, having a positive attitude towardslife, and so tapasya. She added, “I always say tapasya because when you are in a routine, and doing a job, without thinking about yourself, you dedicate your body, mind, wealth, and soul, to it and I have felt that power from within, the inner power ofLordShiva.”

Shehasbeen aShivafollower since childhood, and she believes he is always present around her. “The divine force is always around us, and inmypersonal growth, Every day is dedicated to Shiv bhakti for me. I don't do long prayers, butLordShivais always onmymind. Whenever I do any good work, I write a small Om sign and thankLordShivainmymind. For me, he is everything.”

Charrulbelieves that Maha Shivratri is an opportunity for spiritual growth, and it infuses new energy into her. Prayers give her energy, and positivity, and she believes that if you are happy within yourself, you can surpass any obstacle.

She also spoke about visiting the Isha Foundation, Coimbatore, along with her Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain! co-star Shubhangi Atre, and said it was a wonderful experience. “Though I may not do extensive puja,Shivais always inmyheart. I express gratitude with a small 'Om' symbol, thankingShivafor being everything to me. No doubt, devotion and celebration together make us feel energized. It teaches us to avoid judging others, accept everyone, maintain a positive attitude, and practice patience,”Charrulended.