Actor Arjun Kapoor actively participated in the 11th International Day of Yoga, highlighting the importance of both physical and mental well-being. He called the occasion a proud moment for India and praised yoga’s global influence.
Speaking to reporters, Kapoor said, “I am very happy and proud that we all celebrate it together. I think both physical and mental health are the most important. India should celebrate it with pride, as it has gone to the world from us. Yoga is something that has gone global, and today, I feel proud to be an Indian and part of this movement.”
Kapoor appreciated how yoga remains accessible to everyone. “Yoga has no age. You can start anytime and move at your own pace,” he noted. He also described it as a balanced combination of physical health and meditation. “It helps in various ways, whether it’s for your body or your mind,” he added.
He went on to applaud Amruta Fadnavis for organising a yoga event with 1000 women. “There can’t be a better thing than this,” he said, praising the inspiring participation of women and young girls in making yoga a daily habit.
Looking ahead, Kapoor expressed his hopes for an even bigger turnout. “Next time, I hope more than 1000 people will join us. It will keep growing bigger and bigger,” he said with optimism.
Known for being candid about his own health journey, Kapoor encouraged people with inactive lifestyles to start making small changes. “I used to be a plump teenager, and I can tell you from experience that change doesn’t happen overnight,” he shared. For those who can’t work out regularly, he advised controlling diet and balancing food with physical activity.
“Start with walking. Start with yoga. Give 10 minutes, give 20 minutes. The most important thing is to stop waiting for the ‘perfect moment.’ Start now,” he urged.
Kapoor stressed that fitness isn’t about quick results. “If you say you’ll start from Monday, then why waste Saturday and Sunday? Start now. If you don’t get it right today, try again tomorrow. It’s all about consistency,” he explained. Reflecting on his transformation, he said, “It took me four years to get to where I am today. If I can do it, then I believe anyone can do it.”
The event also saw participation from Amruta Fadnavis, wife of Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, and actress Nushrratt Bharuccha.
Nushrratt shared her thoughts on yoga’s impact: “Yoga is very energising. If yoga becomes a part of your daily routine, it will be perfect for your mind, body, and soul,” she told ANI.
This year’s International Yoga Day followed the theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” promoting the deep link between personal wellness and the planet’s health.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reinforced this message by leading a mass yoga session in Visakhapatnam, with over three lakh people joining in. In his address, he said, “Yoga is for everyone, beyond boundaries, beyond backgrounds, beyond age or physical ability. It is a universal gift that unites humanity in health, harmony, and consciousness.”
Since 2014, when the United Nations first declared June 21 as International Day of Yoga, the global reach of the practice has expanded rapidly. With support from over 175 countries, yoga continues to help millions live healthier and more mindful lives.