Journalism of Courage
Turning 50 is often seen as a milestone where health and fitness become more challenging. Yet, these Indian stars prove that age is just a number. From disciplined routines to mindful eating and unique workouts, they show how to stay strong, glowing, and graceful even in their fifties. Here’s a glimpse into the wellness secrets of these celebrities. (Source: Photo by official Instagram pages of celebrities and The Indian Express )
Shilpa Shetty: Shilpa maintains her youthful glow with simple yet powerful daily habits. She starts her morning with warm water, noni juice, and oil pulling to detox and aid digestion. Her diet includes ghee, bananas, and coconut milk, with light dinner by 7:30 PM. Consistency and balanced carbs are at the heart of her fitness regime. (Source: Photo by official Instagram pages of celebrities and The Indian Express )
Madhuri Dixit: Dance is Madhuri’s secret weapon. She practices Kathak 4 to 5 times a week and pairs it with light workouts like yoga and cardio. Her diet features coconut water, small frequent meals, high protein, and no processed food. Early dinners and hydration with herbal tea are key to her graceful fitness. (Source: Photo by official Instagram pages of celebrities and The Indian Express )
Akshay Kumar: Discipline defines Akshay’s fitness. He fasts one full day every week (typically Mondays), eats an early dinner by 6:30 PM, and avoids heavy weightlifting. Instead, he favors functional workouts like climbing, outdoor sports, and yoga to stay lean and agile. (Source: Photo by official Instagram pages of celebrities and The Indian Express )
Salman Khan: Salman’s fitness routine has been iconic in Bollywood for decades. Even at 59, he works out 2–3 hours daily, mixing weight training with cycling, swimming, and functional training. He follows a high-protein diet rich in eggs, fish, chicken, and vegetables while avoiding junk food. His philosophy? Consistency and hard work over shortcuts. (Source: Photo by official Instagram pages of celebrities and The Indian Express )
Tabu: Tabu’s wellness journey prioritizes calm. She meditates 2 to 3 times a week and starts her routine with warm-up exercises followed by a healthy, balanced diet, focusing on mind body nourishment rather than intense gym work. (Source: Photo by official Instagram pages of celebrities and The Indian Express )
Shah Rukh Khan: SRK keeps fitness grounded in simplicity. He typically eats just two wholesome meals a day, sprouts, grilled chicken, broccoli, with no snacks. Despite limited sleep and late night shoots, he maintains his physique with quick workouts post wrap, staying consistent through unconventional routines. (Source: Photo by official Instagram pages of celebrities and The Indian Express )
