International Yoga Day 2021: Bollywood celebrities encourage fans to adopt yoga

On International Yoga Day, Dharmendra posted a video of doing water aerobics. Sharing it he wrote in the caption, "Friends, Today on this international yoga day ... josh aa gaya....I have started my water aerobics in the evening too. It is a fun to do your aerobics against the current of water. Hope you will like it."

Maniesh Paul shared a picture of himself along with a caption, " "I swear i was trying the SAVAASAN!! Guys pls do YOGA...it had a lot of benefits...im also trying....ek din YOGA mujhse bhi hoga.... #internationalyogaday #mp #life #yoga #day #blessed".

On International Yoga Day, Malaika Arora shared a video in which she revealed that for her Yoga is a way of life. Malaika wrote, "Namaste everybody! For me, it’s yoga day EVERYDAY because Yoga is a way of life as it has taught me so much more than I can pen down here. However, let me take this opportunity and wish all of you’ll a happy International Day Of Yoga."

On International Yoga Day, Dia Mirza shared a series of photos on her Instagram account, where she is seen doing pranayamas. Her post caption read, “Aligning the mind, body and soul with a daily practice of breathing, stretching and meditating. Lucky to have this open green space so i can be with nature. Being with nature strengthens the immune system, sharpens our senses and improves general sense of wellbeing. Also brings JOY. Miss you @abhisheksharmayogafitness!Let’s do yoga and take new pictures please. P.S. – These are #ThrowBack pictures. #InternationalYogaDay #Yoga #YogaDay #ForNature.”

Taking to Instagram Kareena Kapoor shared about her yoga journey and how pregnancy made her feel exhausted. "For me, my yoga journey began in 2006 when I signed Tashan and Jab We Met... an incredible one... which kept me fit and strong. Now after two babies and four months postpartum... this time I was just exhausted and in too much pain to get back but today I’m slowly and steadily getting back at it. My yoga time is my me time... and of course, consistency is key... so, keep at it people. On that note, I'm going to #StretchLikeACat and hope you do too," she captioned the post as she flexed some muscles.

Actor-politician Ravi Kishan to his verified Instagram account to share a bunch of posts on International yoga day 2021. He shared some pictures and videos of himself practising yoga asanas and breathing exercises. 

Sharing a quote by B.K.S. Iyengar, actress Pooja Batra posted a video of herself doing a headstand. Sharing the video, she wrote, "Yoga is a light, which once lit, will never dim. The better your practice, the brighter the flame." 

Tahira Kashyap has an interesting post on Yoga Day. She says, "Looking at my timeline today is making me feel like this… matlab this yoga day am I the only odd one out major fomo looking at #internationalyogaday photo’s ! Is it about time I let the kapalbhati’s of the world intrude my life? kya yoga se hi akhir hoga?"

"No fancy quote today, just the fact that Yog is your best friend, makes you stronger, keeps you busy with healthy company always, is super fun while being a sweet pain in the ass n more places , and will be your biggest support when times are tough.," says Kavita kaushik.

Actor Kajol shares a hilarious post on the occasion of International Yoga Day 2021. Taking to social media, she shared a still from her film DDLJ in which she can be seen sleeping and wrote, "Yoga, you had me at Shavasana."

Taking to Instagram stories, she shared a throwback picture of herself performing yoga on the beach. 

Actress Alia Bhatt shares a hilarious video of her cat's reaction to the actress doing yogasanas.

Calling "Yoga .. the best friend of your body," Amitabh Bachchan wishes fans on Yoga Day 2021.

Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday called for making yoga an integral part of everyday lives. Speaking to India TV, Rijiju said that the significance of Yoga has increased during the Covid-19 pandemic. He said that Yoga is a wonderful gift for all as is the path to wellness and healing both mind and body. 

Rijiju said that Yoga is more than exercises that "keeps us fit". "It should be made part of our curriculum. Yoga is an immortal gift from India to the world," he said.

Rijiju noted that International Yoga Day 2021 is being celebrated at a juncture when India and the world are recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. He also urged the people to come out of their homes and take Covid-19 vaccines.

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On 7th International Day of Yoga, PM Narendra Modi addressed the nation and said in this difficult time, even as people are in so much trouble, they could forget Yoga or ignore it. Not only this but the social media got filled with wishes coming in from not just celebrities but also common people who shared their pictures doing yoga, thoughts and even quotes.

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"On this auspicious occasion of #internationalyogaday I want to thank and remember the one and only Guru of all Gurus, the first Yogi, the celestial being who was called Yakshroopa which also means an alien who came from else where on this planet to give humanity the gift of knowledge.
That yogi who gave us the gift of Yoga was called the Aadiyogi means the very first yogi…. Also known as Lord Shiva. He does not get enough credit for his contributions to humanity even though he continues to prevail among us through his many gifts like Yoga. I bow down to him and thank him for giving us the gift of Yoga through Sapt (Seven ) Rishis…. #internationalyogaday Om Namah Shivaya," says Kangana Ranaut.

Veteran Bollywood actress Neetu Kapoor performs yoga with daughter Riddhima Kapoor Sahni and granddaughter Samara. Sharing the post, she said, "If there is one thing, we have learnt in this pandemic, is the importance of physical and mental well being. And working towards health goals have never been so relevant. Hence, it is no surprise, the theme of this year's, International Yoga Day 2021, is 'Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family'. To celebrate Yoga's holistic approach and to promote physical and mental health, but within constraints of social distancing, we practised yoga, as a family - Three generations together today!"

Riddhima also shared a video of her exercising with her mother Neetu Kapoor. 

Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty, who is a yoga enthusiast, encourages all to adopt yoga in your daily life. The actress says it is important to dedicate a few hours of the week to exercise as it helps a lot in staying healthy especially during the covid pandemic. Shilpa's family tested positive for Covid last month. Talking about the precautions her family took, the actress said that bhramari pranayama helped them a lot to combat the disease. She said that her family was able to get out of it quickly because they have been doing yoga daily.

Shilpa Shetty also advocates that yoga helps keep the mental balance as it calms the mind. It relieves stress and keeps depression at bay. She said, "I seem cheerful all the time but this doesn't mean that I do not feel low. This is because I release my tensions by doing yoga especially during the age of COVID when a lot of negative thoughts surround you." 

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Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan shares a picture doing vrakshasana on the occasion of International Yoga Day. The actress says, "Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self."

On International Yoga Day 2021, Swami Ramdev joined India TV for a special program encouraging all to practice yoga every day. He also shared tips and yogaasans for weight loss, six-pack abs and mental health. For more details click here!

World renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik creates 'Yoga For Wellness' art on International Day Of Yoga at Puri beach in Odisha.

International Yoga Day 2021: Yoga not only includes just asanas but also different Pranayamas (breathing techniques) and meditation that teaches kids patience and helps them overcome mental stress. Here are some Yoga Asanas and Pranayamas that help better physical and mental health in children.

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International Yoga Day 2021: Barring those who have had recent surgery or complain of extreme joint pain in addition to cardiovascular/ pulmonary conditions, yoga can be done by anyone! During these difficult times, families have gotten closer and what better way to spend quality time together while taking care of the whole family together?

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Veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher shares pictures of performing yogasanas on Monday. The actor shares that in his personal life, yoga has not only kept him physically balanced but has also given him the mental strength to deal with any situation. Wishing his fans on International Yoga Day 2021, the actor says this gift of India to the world is unique. 

Swami Ramdev suggests doing pranayamas daily to stay protected from the coronavirus as well as many other diseases. He says yoga ensures the balance between mind, body and soul. He adds diseases like thyroid, lung cancer, digestive problems and others will stay away. Also, yoga plays an important role in relieving stress and depression.

Swami Ramdev says breathing exercises or pranayams have been very beneficial for people during the times of the COVID pandemic. He adds if your respiratory system is strong not only it will protect an individual from coronavirus but many other diseases like asthma, bronchitis among many others.

On International Yoga Day 2021, Swami Ramdev joins India TV for a special program. 

On International Yoga Day 2021, ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police) personnel perform Yoga asanas at an altitude of 18,000 ft in Ladakh. On the other hand, Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan performs Yoga at Maharaja Agrasen Park.

Extending wishes on International Yoga Day, Haryana Governor Satyadeo Narain Arya said the immunity of the body can be enhanced by performing regular yoga, exercises and 'pranayama'. In his message, Arya said yoga is an invaluable gift of the ancient Indian tradition and the art of leading a healthy life.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been promoting yoga on a humanity basis to maintain the health of the people across the world. Yoga practice has got recognition at international level due to the efforts made by the Prime Minister.

He said doctors and experts across the world believe that the impact of coronavirus can be decreased by practicing yoga and boosting the immunity of the body. In such a situation, the importance of yoga has been increased.

Prashant Agarwal, President of Narayan Seva Sansthan (NSS) Said, “The Pandemic has made every single person to be confined indoors. This has caused many people to lose focus on their Fitness. NSS will be organizing Digital Yoga Day for Divyangjan on International Yoga Day. This is an initiative to include the differently-abled to be able to learn Yoga online. Yoga is known to be the most effective way to be fit. With an international proclamation, Yoga has proved to be a part of every single human being's life. The pandemic has also reinforced the confidence of people in Yoga through various multiple breathing exercises which help individuals to keep their breathing capacities strong and even make them fit. The online Yoga session conducted will allow the differently-abled to learn various Asanas which would prove to be useful for the differently-abled. At the moment the differently-abled are not focusing on fitness as they have been restricted further in their movement by staying at home. This initiative shall be fruitful in giving them a long-term relief and imbibe this as a regular habit of keeping fit.”

UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath advises everyone to perform yoga at home during this ongoing Covid pandemic and maintain your well-being. He suggests doing yoga for physical and mental health by taking care of the covid protocol. He lauds PM Modi for initiating the celebrations.

The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, addresses the nation on International Yoga Day 2021. He says, today when the whole world is fighting the coronavirus pandemic, yoga remains a ray of hope and Covid hasn't waned the enthusiasm of this day. He adds while Yoga is not an age-old culture for most countries of the world, still, in this difficult time, people have not forgotten it or ignored it. On the contrary, the enthusiasm of yoga has increased among the people, love for yoga has increased.

PM Modi says yoga became a great medium of self-confidence when the invisible coronavirus had knocked the world. No country was ready for it, but yoga helped many heal and strengthen their physical and mental being. "Doctors have used Yoga as an armour to treat patients. There are pictures of hospitals, with doctors, nurses teaching Yoga performing breathing exercises like Anulom Vilom Prāṇāyāma. International experts have said that these exercises strengthen the breathing system," says PM Modi.

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Apart from physical and mental relaxation, Yoga also helps develop strength, flexibility and immunity. This is especially important in times of the ongoing pandemic when the mental and physical health of people has come under dire stress. The theme for this year's Yoga Day is 'Yoga for Well-Being' and how the practice of Yoga can promote the holistic health of every individual.

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Multiple health experts suggest the ancient practice of yoga, which has its roots in India can help from increasing one's immunity to improving the function of vital organs of the body. On this International Yoga Day, motivate your loved ones to practise yoga and stay healthy. Send these yoga day wishes, quotes, HD images, SMS, Facebook status, wallpapers and WhatsApp messages to your loved ones.

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Bollywood celebrities and their love for yoga is not new. The actors not only work hard in the gym but also swear by yoga for a healthy mind and body. As the world celebrates Yoga Day on June 21, let us have a look at the celebrities who chose yoga as their way of life.

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With the threat of the third wave of Covid19, it has become necessary to keep yourself fit while staying at home. Yoga is the best way to stay healthy. On this International Yoga Day 2021, do these 10 yogasanas and know their benefits.

To celebrate the occasion of International Yoga Day 2021, Yog Guru Swami Ramdev along with Acharya Balkrishna performs yoga asanas at Niramayam Yoggram Village in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. Children and many other people also attend the event and perfrom yoga with them.