LiveLoveLaugh (LLL) has announced the launch of 'Lecture Series Unplugged', a quarterly event designed to build awareness and sustain open conversations about mental health. This series will spotlight prominent figures sharing their lived experience, and their insights on success, failures, triumphs and learnings. Deepika Padukone, Founder, LiveLoveLaugh said: “Over the last decade, LLL has managed to successfully create a safe space for crucial mental health conversations. With 'Lecture Series Unplugged', LLL aims to reach a broader audience by offering relatable stories that can further strengthen our impact on individuals, communities and society at large.” “This series is a significant step towards making mental health conversations as normal and necessary as discussions on physical health. Sharing our stories can break down stigma and encourage more people to seek help. By featuring personal stories, we’d like to foster a sense of connection and hope, and an understanding that mental health challenges are a common part of the human experience,” said Dr. Shyam Bhat, Psychiatrist and Chairperson, LiveLoveLaugh. 'Lecture Series Unplugged' is co-hosted by Anisha Padukone, CEO of LiveLoveLaugh, and Dr. Shyam Bhat, who provides expert insights. In the inaugural episode, actor, influencer and content-creator Danish Sait shares his mental health strategies and experiences in an engaging discussion with Anisha and Dr. Bhat. "Self-awareness is key. Earlier, I used to let triggers lead me to the bottom, but now I can recognize when I'm slipping and bounce back faster. Seeing a psychiatrist really healed me because the medication aided me to calm my mind,” notes Sait, during the 'Lecture Series Unplugged' episode, while advocating for individuals using a self-compassionate approach to deal with life's challenges. Each episode of ‘Lecture Series Unplugged’ will be available on the foundation’s website and social media channels. The series promises to be an inspiring and educational resource for anyone interested in learning more about mental health and how guest speakers deal with life's challenges, providing the audience with real-life examples of resilience and coping strategies. The Live Love Laugh Foundation (LiveLoveLaugh) is a charitable trust founded by Deepika Padukone in 2015. The organization aims to give hope to every person experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression.
29 June,2024 01:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentApart from his onscreen roles, the one thing that Jackie Shroff is known for is his 'bindass' attitude. The actor never hesitates from speaking his heart out. He has his own style of talking which is now colloquially referred to as the bhidu style. From his love for nature to his easy recipes everything that Jackie Shroff says immediately goes viral. Now, the actor has won hearts with his message for International Yoga Day. On Friday, the 10th International Yoga Day was celebrated in India. Jackie Shroff who is a yoga enthusiast had participated in yoga day activities. He was spotted by the media on Friday with a sapling in his hand. Media rushed to get his thoughts on the day when he urged the journalists to keep the mic at a distance and not shove them on his face. "Saans le lamba. Shanti. Itna chilla rahe hai, heart ke lafde ho jaayenge. Aaram se re mera baccha, aaram se re". He further said, "Saans le dhyan rakh. Baaki kuch kaam ka nahi. Aaya, saans tha, gaya, saans gaya. Fir kaiko itna tension le rahe hai. Kyu mere mooh mai ghusa raha hai ye sab. Thoda door rakh na aa raha hai awaaz." Talking about the day the actor added, " Yoga day hai, apni apni pariwar ko acchi cheezen sikhao". When a journalist was getting too loud, he looked in the direction and said, "Abbe relax kar chote. Saans le, bheje mai khaali oxygen daal. Ghai mat kar jaaneke liye". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jackie Shroff (@apnabhidu) On the film front, Jackie will be seen in 'Baby John' starring Varun Dhawan. The film marks the Hindi film debut of Keerthy Suresh and also features Wamiqa Gabbi, making her silver screen debut. Apart from Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh, the cast of Baby John includes Wamiqa Gabbi and Jackie Shroff. The movie, directed by Kalees and produced by Atlee and Priya Atlee's A For Apple Studios, Murad Khetani's Cine1 Studios, and Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios, is a remake of Atlee's 2016 film Theri, starring Vijay, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Amy Jackson.
22 June,2024 11:53 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRenowned as India's biggest Yogini, Ira Trivedi has devoted two decades to the practice and teachings of yoga. Her organization, Yog Love, is a beacon of the classical yoga tradition, offering comprehensive wellness programs tailored for both individuals and corporations worldwide. Trivedi's approach to yoga is deeply rooted in its meditative essence, seamlessly blending postures, sound, and philosophy to cultivate a profound inner experience for her students. In a statement on International Yoga Day, Trivedi reflected on her journey and mission. "I have been practicing yoga for over two decades now. Teaching yoga in its true essence is my svadharma, or life's purpose. International Yoga Day is one of the most important days for me, but I also believe that yoga should be integrated into our everyday lifestyle," Trivedi said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ira Trivedi Mantena (@iratrivedi) She continues saying " I also believe that Yoga is something that should be integrated into our everyday lifestyle. In my classes with Yog Love, I blend postures, sounds, and philosophy to create a deep inner experience. This is reflective of my teaching style, which also emphasizes the meditative aspect of yoga. My mission is to inspire women across India to embrace yoga and to train as many yoga teachers as possible," she added. Trivedi's influence extends beyond her yoga sessions. Through her writings and activism, which are heavily focused on women's empowerment, she seeks to embody the principles of pranayama (breath control), asana (postures), and dhyanam (meditation) in all her programs. Her work aims to not only promote physical wellness but also to foster mental and spiritual growth among her followers. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ira Trivedi Mantena (@iratrivedi)
21 June,2024 06:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Sumona Chakravarti swears by yoga for focus and flexibility. Ahead of International Yoga Day, Sumona opened up about her love for yoga. "Yoga has been an integral part of my life for many years now. It's not just a practice but a way of life that has grounded me, strengthened me, and brought immense peace amidst life's challenges. On this Yoga Day, I encourage everyone to explore its power and discover the profound joy it can bring," she said. Yoga is an ancient physical, mental, and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word 'yoga' is derived from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness. Since 2015, the International Day of Yoga has been celebrated across the world on June 21, following the initiave taken by India at the United Nations. Meanwhile, on the work front, Sumona is currently in Romania for the shoot of Colors' 'Khatron Ke Khiladi 14', which is hosted by Rohit Shetty. Earlier on Thursday, Rohit took to Instagram and shared how the stunt-based show makes him relive his teen days."KHATRON KE KHILADI RAW AND REAL STUNTS... THAT'S WHAT I LIKE ABOUT MY SHOW... Makes me relive my teen as a stuntman.@colorstv," he added. Rohit also shared a few pictures from the sets. The first picture shows Rohit casually walking on set, while the second showcases him in the midst of a daring stunt involving a truck and a flaming car. In the 14th season, celebrities like Aditi Sharma, Shilpa Shinde, Krishna Shroff, Abhishek Kumar, Shalin Bhanot, Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, Karan Veer Mehra, Kedar Aashish Mehrotraa, Gashmeer Mahajani, Niyati Fatnani and Sumona Chakravarti have participated. Recently, Aditi penned a note of gratitude for Rohit Shetty. Aditi Sharma shared a photo with KKK 14 host Rohit Shetty and wrote, "@itsrohitshetty sir, your unwavering motivation,infectious sense of fun, innate kindness, and calm demeanor make you an inspiration to all. Working with you on Khatron Ke Khiladi has been nothing but an incredible experience! Thank you for everything." This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
21 June,2024 07:26 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActress Apoorva Arora, who is known for her work in Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, and Kannada films, on Thursday shared how yoga has benefited her. On the eve of International Yoga Day (June 21), the actress told IANS that yoga has helped her relieve PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Disease) related symptoms. “Yoga has been crucial in my fitness journey. I’ve tried multiple forms of exercise but it turns out that yoga has been the most sustainable one for me. It has helped me relieve PCOD-related symptoms over the years and also helped heal old injuries, she told IANS. PCOD is a medical condition of hormonal imbalance that disrupts the normal fertility cycle in women. The actress said, “I’ve recently ventured into 'chakras' practice and while I’m still exploring this aspect, I feel there has definitely been a positive change. I recommend yoga to children and young adults who want to venture into performing arts or sports because it’s a great base to have before you start any kind of training." Recently, the actress attended the Adishakti workshop at Auroville, which, she said, gave her a deeper understanding of herself as an artiste. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
21 June,2024 07:15 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSYoga has been increasingly seeing popularity among Indians and citizens abroad as their first choice for fitness. It is not just among aged people that yoga is gaining popularity but the youth als embracing the ancient Indian form. As we celebrate International Yoga Day 20203, we look at Gen Z celebrities who practice the form to stay fit. Ananya Panday: Bollywood actress Ananya Panday has been practicing yoga for a while now. She has been practising the form under Anshuka Parwani who is a celebrity yoga trainer. She often drops videos of her client Ananya Panday practising yoga for her fitness and overall well being. Anshuka had earlier shared a video of Ananya attempting her first-ever chakrasana. The yoga trainer captioned the video: "The walkover is one of those drills which engage most of the key muscle groups while opening up the heart and throat chakra. Offcourse they can be scary at first, but believe me once you overcome your fear (like most back bends) you will not stop at one." View this post on Instagram A post shared by ANSHUKA YOGA (@anshukayoga) Rysa Panday: Not just Ananya, but her younger sister Rysa is also a regular yoga practitioner. Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by ANSHUKA YOGA (@anshukayoga) View this post on Instagram A post shared by ANSHUKA YOGA (@anshukayoga) Alaya F: Actress Alaya F is a fitness enthusiast and engages in different activities to stay fit. Yoga has been a go to fitness activity for the actress since a long time now and her progress is inspirational. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alaya F (@alayaf) Ruhaanika Dhawan: Child actress Ruuhaanika has also been practising yoga for years now apart from engaging in activities like dance and kickboxing to stay fit. “I have been practicing yoga especially after we were asked to stay home and doing everything necessary to stay strong and healthy. Apart from strengthening immunity, yoga also helps me increase my concentration and memory power,” Ruhanika said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ruhaanika Dhawann (@ruhaanikad) Aakriti Sharma: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aakriti Sharma (@aakritisharma.official)
20 June,2024 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentInternational Yoga Day celebrates yoga's global appeal, not just among Indians but also among Hollywood stars. While yoga originates from ancient India, its popularity has surged in recent times for its physical and mental health benefits. On International Yoga Day 2024, let's take a look at the top international celebrities, like Jennifer Aniston, Sting, Kate Hudson and others who swear by yoga and often share their passion with the world. 1. Jennifer Aniston Jennifer Aniston, known for her role in Friends, didn't immediately take to yoga. In a 2006 interview with Self magazine, she recalled attending a yoga class years ago where she found it too crowded, hot, and sweaty. She thought she could get a better workout from running and find better meditation by sitting quietly alone. Instead, she used a treadmill or elliptical to stay fit. It wasn't until February 2005, just after her divorce from Brad Pitt, that she started working with fitness trainer Mandy Ingber and discovered yoga's appeal. Aniston explained that she wasn't just trying to get in physical shape but also to find mental clarity and peace. She noticed her legs became leaner and her arms stronger with yoga. Now at 55, she continues to practice yoga regularly. 2. Kate Hudson View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kate Hudson (@katehudson) The actress incorporates daily movement into her routine. She enjoys walking, using the treadmill, and practising Pilates. She also mentioned in a 2021 interview with People magazine that she particularly loves hot yoga when she has the time. 3. Madonna The 65-year-old singer sees yoga as a reflection of life itself. In a 2019 interview with Life & Style, she emphasized the importance of taking yoga slowly and not rushing through poses. Madonna believes yoga teaches you to face challenging situations without self-judgment, emphasizing its benefits for mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. 4. Sting Sting is a strong supporter of Vinyasa flow yoga, and it has been a significant part of his life, especially in his relationship with his wife, Trudie Styler, whom he has been with for over three decades. They practice yoga together, which has deepened their bond and their spiritual connection. During his 2010 Symphonicities tour, where he performed orchestral versions of his solo and Police songs with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sting integrated yoga into his routine. He spent 40 minutes before performances leading the orchestra in yoga sessions that included chanting and meditation. 5. Gwyneth Paltrow In a Wall Street Journal interview in 2018, Academy Award winner Gwyneth Paltrow mentioned, “I remember when I started doing yoga and people were like, ‘what is yoga? She’s a witch. She’s a freak.’” She also hinted that she played a role in making yoga more popular in the Western world. Paltrow expressed surprise during a yoga class when someone asked if she had ever practiced yoga before, “Forgive me if this comes out wrong, I went to do a yoga class in Los Angeles and the 22-year-old girl behind the counter was like, ‘Have you ever done yoga before?’ And literally I turned to my friend, and I was like, ‘You have this job because I have done yoga before.’”
20 June,2024 10:07 AM IST | Los AngelesEver looked at Sarabhai vs Sarabhai actor Sumeet Raghavan and wondered how he looks exactly the same even after so many years? Well, it is because he believes that everybody should keep themselves as their first priority. In an exclusive chat with midday.com, Sumeet Raghavan shared that he follows a simple regime and makes sure to focus on himself before anybody else. When asked about his super dashing looks, the actor credited his genes and said, "It is because of my mother. But honestly speaking, I really don't know, probably because I follow a regime that I have been following for the past 20 years." Further, when asked how he managed to follow a routine for 20 long years, the actor shared, "Well, we don't have an option. I am not saying this because I am an actor, but I feel that every person should think that it is very important to give time to themselves. We come first, and after that, the family comes. Because if you are not fit, then how are you going to take care of the family?" He further added, "I feel that everybody should focus on themselves. Yes, family is important. But it necessary to take out some time for yourself." Later, when we asked him about his show Wagle Ki Duniya, which will complete its 1000th episode, Sumeet shared, "Well, Wagle Ki Duniya is a very difficult proposition. It's not easy. The stories here change after every two days, after every two episodes. So, if we talk about 1000 episodes, then till today, we have given at least 700-750 fresh stories to the audience, which is not a joke. And to come up with stories, day in, day out, is a tough job. Now, as the 1000th episode is coming, there is a superb track which we have for the audience." Wagle Ki Duniya is a cult show, and to reprise a serial that was a hit is not an easy task. When asked if he feared this decision, Raghavan shared, "I was scared before, but that fear, you know, how did it disappear? Because Anjanji and Bhartiji, both of them are with us. I mean, the real Wagle, Radhika, and Srinivas. When they are with you, more than half the battle is won." For more such interesting updates about your favourite actors and shows, stay tuned to midday.com.
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