Sethi

Actor Archana Puran Singh’s recent trip to her hometown, Dehradun, gave her fans a delightful glimpse into her personal life, full of family stories and heartwarming moments. Documented in a new vlog, the trip featured her husband, Parmeet Sethi, their son Ayushmaan, and his fiancée, Yogita Bihani. The family embarked on a unique mission: a culinary tour of the city’s most famous aloo puri spots to determine which one served the best version of the beloved dish. This simple food challenge turned into a journey of nostalgia, wit, and emotional reflection.

​The family’s first stop was Anandam, an upscale restaurant known for its refined ambiance and clean preparation. The experience impressed all of them, especially Parmeet and Ayushmaan, who lauded the chefs for their use of minimal oil, making the puris feel surprisingly light and “healthy.” “This aloo puri is one of the best I have had,” Parmeet declared, clearly satisfied with the first tasting. This promising start set a high bar for the rest of their food adventure.

​Next, they visited a much simpler, more rustic establishment—a traditional dhaba—that presented a stark contrast to the first location. Parmeet immediately felt at home. “Whenever I come to these places, these dhabas, for some reason I feel very comfortable. I instantly get the feeling that they will have great food, and I love such places,” he said, his genuine fondness for such local eateries apparent. Archana and Ayushmaan wholeheartedly agreed, sharing the popular belief that dhabas often offer the most authentic and delicious food.

​The Emotional Embrace of a Hometown

​While travelling from one eatery to another, Archana experienced a powerful moment of connection. A group of fans recognized her and approached her for a photo. They greeted her with immense respect, expressing their gratitude for her willingness to stop and take pictures with them. The heartfelt encounter moved Archana to tears.

​She later shared her feelings in the vlog, her voice filled with emotion. “You feel so good when you visit your hometown and people shower you with so much love. When you leave these places for cities like Mumbai to make a name for yourself, you don’t realise what you have done till you come back. That little girl who left Dehradun to build a career is now loved by the people from her city, and they think of her as one of their own. Hometowns and the people there are so special.”

​Ayushmaan, seeing his mother tear up, tried to console her with a lighthearted jab. “You have made it, Mom; you don’t have to cry,” he said. When Archana admitted that she gets emotional very quickly, he quipped, “You should use those emotions and become an actor. Acting is a good career option for you.” Archana quickly shut him up with a playful “Chup Bewakoof” (Shut up, idiot), a moment that perfectly captured the loving, teasing dynamic within the family.

​The final stop on their food tour was a historic restaurant that had been established way back in 1901. As Archana continued to praise the kindness of the people of Dehradun, Parmeet jumped in with a humorous retort. “If all the people of this city have such nice qualities, what happened to you?” he joked. “I want a refund; an exchange works too.” The banter underscored the strong bond and easy humor that make their family so relatable and beloved by their fans. The vlog showcased a trip that was a perfect mix of food, family, and the overwhelming, nostalgic feeling of coming back home.