From Amitabh Bachchan to Akshay Kumar: Bollywood Stars Who Prove Yoga Is the Secret to Ageless Fitness

Mumbai: When fitness is mentioned in Bollywood, it's always about celebrities who made yoga as an integral part of their lives. Many superstars like Shilpa Shetty, Amitabh Bachchan, Malaika Arora, and Akshay Kumar are not only maintaining their fitness through regular yoga practice, but are also defying age. From their 50s to their 80s, these stars' energy is no less than that of younger actors. 

Does Yoga help?

Eating healthy and exercising has become difficult for young people amid today's busy schedules. However, there are many who value yoga. Yoga not only provides relief from physical but also mental stress. Furthermore, it can also help alleviate many illnesses. There are many Bollywood actors who keep themselves fit and healthy through yoga. Even at the age of 50 or older, they give even new actors a tough competition.

Fitness trends have come and gone, but the ancient wisdom of Yoga has stood the test of time and continues to be loved by practitioners around the world. With International Yoga Day around the corner, here is a list of five celebrities from Indian cinema who practice their favourite asanas and deep breathing exercises diligently.

Amitabh Bachchan

Despite his packed schedule, Amitabh Bachchan ensures that Yoga remains an integral part of his daily routine. It is due to this discipline and commitment that he still has more stamina and mental clarity than most people half his age. This focus on wellness has helped him to thrive even in the current phase of his career and achieve enduring success.

Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar's passion for martial arts is no secret and neither is his love for Yoga. His commitment to fitness is well-known within the industry and beyond. He swears by Yoga for the strength, flexibility, and peace it provides even within the constraints of a demanding work schedule.

Shilpa Shetty

Shilpa Shetty, considered yoga's biggest brand ambassador, looks as fit and energetic as she did at 30. At 50, Shilpa practices yoga, pranayama, and meditation daily and continues to teach and motivate her millions of Instagram followers. 

Hrithik Roshan

Hrithik Roshan, known for his action and dance, devotes as much attention to yoga as he sweats it out in the gym. He practices Ashtanga Yoga and Power Yoga, which is why his physique and flexibility are remarkable. Even at his 50s, he continues to wow fans with his fitness. 

Malaika Arora

Malaika Arora is a Bollywood fitness icon who has won the hearts of fans not only with her dancing but also with her yoga. Because of this, no one can tell that she is 52 years old. 

Madhuri Dixit 

Madhuri Dixit has also been practicing yoga for many years, which is why she remains as beautiful and fit as ever at the age of 57.

Many other celebs like, John Abraham, Deepika Padukone, Sara Ali Khan, Alia Bhatt, and Anushka Sharma also consider yoga an important part of their fitness and mental well-being.