Bollywood actress Yami Gautam, who features in the upcoming Ayushmann Khurrana-starrer Bala, opted out of the promotional activity of the film during Diwali because she wanted to be with her family in Chandigarh to celebrate the festival.

"Diwali is family time for me ever since I was a little girl. Every year I like to dedicate these few days to my family, spend time being pampered by my parents and siblings, away from the hustle-bustle of the city. My hometown brightens up during the festive season and just being there with everyone makes me feel assured that home is never far away," said Yami.