Celebrities Promote Healthy Living on International Yoga Day
Mumbai, June 21: On the occasion of the 12th International Yoga Day, yoga events were organized across the country. A large number of students, youth, seniors, and individuals from various fields participated, promoting the message of healthy living. Celebrities from the film industry also joined the celebrations in Mumbai and Bengaluru, emphasizing the importance of yoga as a lifestyle choice.
During the yoga event in Bengaluru, Tollywood actress Karunya Gauda expressed her pride in participating, stating, “I feel very proud to be part of this yoga program as an Indian citizen. Yoga began nearly 5,000 years ago, and Swami Vivekananda introduced it to the world. This is the 12th edition of International Yoga Day, celebrated in front of the BJP party office in Bengaluru. Students, seniors, and Gen Z youth are participating in large numbers. It’s heartening to see such enthusiasm, especially as many people are increasingly drawn to gyms.”
She shared her daily yoga routine, saying, “I meditate for 20 minutes every morning and another 20 minutes before bed. It’s essential for me. I also perform Surya Namaskar about 20 times. I prefer yoga over going to the gym. Despite spending over a decade in the industry, I have never been a regular gym-goer, but I practice yoga daily, making it an integral part of my life.”
In Mumbai, a special event was held where over 1,000 children of deceased farmers and students from Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) schools participated. During the program, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’s wife, Amruta Fadnavis, and actor Jackie Shroff practiced yoga, promoting the message of incorporating fitness, health, and yoga into daily life. Actor Shahid Kapoor also attended the event.
Amruta Fadnavis addressed the youth, urging them, “Practice yoga, stay healthy. Today’s youth is incredibly smart.” She also wished students good luck for their NEET exams.
Jackie Shroff encouraged people to remain health-conscious, holding a plant in his hand and saying, “Take a deep breath and plant this.” He shared a message about Prime Minister Modi’s health, advising youth to observe and learn from him, noting that he sleeps only three hours and remains active.
Actor Shahid Kapoor highlighted the significance of yoga, stating, “This is a great initiative, and it’s wonderful to see so many children practicing yoga. I believe yoga is part of our heritage and culture. I have practiced yoga many times, and I feel it connects the mind, body, and soul. It makes your body flexible and strong, activating your internal organs.”
