MUMBAI Tattoos hold an extraordinary place in their owners’ hearts. These lasting works of artwork are poignant memories of people, places, and experiences that have left an indelible impression on their lives. And the latest to join this bandwagon is Shubhangi Atre, famous for playing Angoori Bhabi in &TV’s Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai. The actor decided to get inked after 15 years of contemplation. She infused it with a profound spiritual meaning. She spoke with us about her journey of transformation and her experience inking. Here’s what Shubhangi Atre, aka Angoori Bhabi in &TV’s Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai, had to share. “Tattoos can be a powerful form of self-expression. For nearly 20 years, I’ve been pondering the idea of my first tattoo. My desire to have permanent skin art was born out of a desire to express myself uniquely. Its meaning was crucial; I would have it with me my whole life. The long-awaited day finally arrived, and I adorned myself with a beautiful tattoo—a combination of the Om symbol and a Lotus- holding deep meaning for me. The Om represents my devotion to Shiva, and the Lotus symbolizes healing. These symbols embody yoga’s essence and benefits, consistently nourishing my mental and physical health. “Now that I have taken this step, my tattoo has helped me boost my self-esteem and renewed my passion for life.”
Shubhangi finally achieved her bucket list, thanks to Aashi. As Aashi was preparing to leave for her US higher education, I wanted to spend quality time with Aashi before she left. We planned a trip to Goa, where Aashi convinced me to get the tattoo I always wanted. Aashi persuaded me to proceed with the tattoo after three attempts. At first, I hesitated and left the studio. Aashi not only supported me in choosing the designs but also understood my preferences without difficulty. Shubhangi’s first tattoo was dedicated to Lord Shiva to achieve a simple yet spiritual look. She deeply revered this deity as a devoted follower and yogini.
In the moments leading up to this moment, emotions were a combination of excitement, fear and apprehension. My wrist was laid out before the artist as I sat on the chair. I thought about the pain I might experience. As the needle was prepared to prod and prick my skin, anticipation grew. The artist began by drawing a symbol of OM to represent the essence, the man, Brahman and the cosmic world. Then, an open lotus flower was meticulously inked, symbolizing purity, enlightenment, and new beginnings—an emblem of transforming arduous struggles into profound life lessons.” The actress says, “Even though the process took only twenty minutes, it seemed like an eternity.” The rush of emotions was indescribable—I felt an overwhelming sense of exhilaration, liberation, and accomplishment. It’s become my obsession to show off my tattoo to anyone willing proudly. My next tattoo will be dedicated to my precious daughter. She’s my most significant source of strength. “I will again entrust her with the design because she understands my feelings (laughs).
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