Alia Bhatt shot action scenes while pregnant with Raha; how to be careful while doing strenuous work when you’re expecting

“I still remember, Alia was shooting for her first international project, Heart of Stone. That role required Alia to do a lot of action sequences, and of course, at that point, I knew she was pregnant with Raha. Alia and I started preparing for that role while she was expecting. In fact, while she was shooting for it, we were working out remotely because, unfortunately, at that time, I did not travel with her. It was Covid-19, so I wouldn’t train anybody online without the awareness of their body and yoga,” she told India Today.

Praising the star’s positive attitude and awareness of her body during pregnancy, Parwani added: “The fact that Alia was pregnant and had to do action sequences—nobody would be comfortable training her online in such a situation. But because Alia has that kind of awareness, during that stipulated period, we did train remotely. I don’t think anybody could even tell that she was pregnant during the shoot of the film or while she was doing those action sequences. Alia sailed through it like a breeze. Her attitude in approaching things was literally everything because she knew it was a natural process, and with some adjustments here and there, it all became a cakewalk. I’m not saying it’s a very simple process, but it’s the right attitude that eventually matters.”

Actor Alia Bhatt with her co-stars from Heart of Stone. (Photo: Alia Bhatt/Instagram)

According to Dr Kaishreen Khan, Consultant- Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Motherhood Hospitals, Kharadi, Pune, doing strenuous activities during pregnancy is not recommended for many women as “it can increase the risk of miscarriage or preterm birth.”

“You will also be shocked to know that strenuous exercise can reduce blood flow to the fetus and placenta and toward the mother’s vital organs causing a problem for the baby. It can also lead to growth-related issues for the baby,” she added.

Unfortunately, doing strenuous activities can also raise the chances of injuries in mothers, which could require hospital admission.

“One should not just follow any trend on social media or try to do anything just because your favorite celebrity is doing it,” Dr Khan warned. “Strenuous activities are a strict no-no during pregnancy and one should consult the doctor and follow instructions given by him/her.”

Having said that, it is still possible to exercise during pregnancy, though you must do it with extreme caution. “One vital way is to divide the tasks into smaller, manageable segments and making sure to take regular breaks. This not only helps in maintaining physical stamina but also gives enough time to reconnect with your body and its changing needs during this crucial phase,” Dr Khan said.

DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.

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