Maniesh Paul’s Diwali celebrations have a huge Amitabh Bachchan connection.

Every year during Diwali, he pays a visit to Big B to seek his blessings. Continuing the ritual, Maniesh recently met the megastar and took his blessings.

Taking to Instagram, Maniesh shared a note dedicated to Amitabh and wrote, “And that’s how my Diwali starts. Been a ritual for a long time now. Before I leave for Delhi to my house for Diwali I start with taking blessings for Diwali from @amitabhbachchan sir…its a rule!bas.”

He shared that he feels “magical” after meeting Big B.

Alongside the note, he shared pictures from the special meeting.

In one of the images, Big B is seen giving Maniesh a tight hug.

Maniesh’s post for Big B has garnered several likes and comments.