International Yoga Day: Sony SAB artists share how yoga helps them stay fit and sets a positive tone for the day
Mumbai : Yoga isn’t just a practice—it’s a pause, a reset, and a gentle reminder to reconnect with oneself. As the world marks International Yoga Day, Sony SAB’s cherished faces—Priyamvada Kant, Ashi Singh and Sayli Salunkhe reflect on how small practices have brought big shifts to their daily lives. From calming breaths to mindful movement, they share how yoga helps them stay fit while recharging themselves before their shoots.
Priyamvada Kant, who plays Sharda in Tenali Rama, said, “I start my day by doing Surya Namaskar, and it’s surprising how something so simple can ground you so deeply. Sharda is someone who looks for hope in the ordinary, and I feel yoga does the same. It doesn’t just stretch your body—it stretches your perspective. That quiet time with yourself, even if just for a few minutes, can completely change how you approach the rest of the day. In a world that moves so fast, these few mindful breaths remind me to slow down and listen, to my body, to my thoughts, and sometimes, to the silence.”
Ashi Singh, known for her role as Kairi Sharma in Ufff… Yeh Love Hai Mushkil, said, “Yoga has become my quiet anchor. Even if it’s just ten minutes of breathing or a few stretches before I head to set, it changes how I feel. There’s a calm that settles in, like I’m centred before the day even begins. It’s not about doing everything perfectly—it’s about showing up for yourself in small, steady ways. Over time, those small moments start to mean a lot. And after a while, those small moments start to make a big difference. On busy or stressful days, that short time with myself reminds me to slow down and breathe. It’s simple, but it helps.”
Sayli Salunkhe, who essays the role of Mata Anjani in Veer Hanuman, says, “To me, yoga isn’t just a series of postures — it’s a soulful dialogue with myself. It’s where I learn to slow down, breathe deeply, and listen to the quiet strength within. I believe that even a few minutes of mindful breathing or gentle stretching can shift your entire day. Yoga has taught me balance, not just on the mat but in every emotion and every challenge I face. This International Yoga Day, I urge everyone, especially the younger generation, to embrace yoga not as a trend but as a lifelong companion. You don’t have to be perfect, you just have to begin. Start where you are, with what you have, and let yoga guide you home to yourself.”
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