On International Yoga Day, veteran actor Anupam Kher shared a video showcasing his yoga practice to raise awareness about its significance among his fans.
Posting on his X handle, Kher wrote, “Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self! Heartiest greetings and congratulations to all of you on International Yoga Day. My salute to all my yoga gurus.”
PM Modi Leads Yoga Celebrations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also marked the 10th International Day of Yoga by performing yoga at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Modi congratulated people worldwide, highlighting yoga’s growing global impact over the past decade. He stated, “Today, from the land of Kashmir, I congratulate everyone around the world on International Yoga Day! Ten years ago, I proposed the celebration of International Yoga Day at the United Nations. India’s proposal was supported by 177 nations, which is a record in itself. In 2015, on Kartavyapath in Delhi, 35,000 people performed Yogasanas together.”
The Profound Impact of Yoga
This year’s celebration emphasizes yoga’s profound impact on young minds and bodies, aiming to unite thousands in the practice of yoga to promote health and wellness globally. The theme, “Yoga for Self and Society,” highlights yoga’s role in fostering individual well-being and societal harmony.
Since its inception in 2015, Prime Minister Modi has led International Day of Yoga (IDY) celebrations at various iconic locations, including Kartavya Path in Delhi, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Ranchi, Lucknow, Mysuru, and even the United Nations Headquarters in New York. This year’s celebrations are particularly expansive, featuring a notable event titled “Yoga for Space,” where ISRO centers and units will participate in programs practicing the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP). Additionally, Indian Embassies and Missions abroad will join the celebrations, reflecting yoga’s widespread influence.
Anupam Kher’s Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Anupam Kher has announced his directorial venture, “Tanvi The Great.” Sharing the news on Instagram, he wrote, “TANVI THE GREAT: Today, on my birthday, I proudly announce the name of the film I have decided to direct. Some stories find their path and compel you to share it with the world! And the best way I thought to start is by taking the blessings of my mother in her temple with my father’s pic blessing me too. Have been working on this musical story of #Passion #Courage #Innocence and #Joy for the last three years. And finally starting shooting tomorrow on the auspicious day of #Mahashivratri. Birthday is the best day to CHALLENGE yourself! Please Send me your love, best wishes, and blessings! Om Namah Shivay! #TanviTheGreat #Musical #Film #Passion #Courage @anupamkherstudio.”
Apart from this, Kher has several other projects in the pipeline, including “The Signature,” “Emergency,” “Vijay 69,” and “The Curse of Damyaan.” His dedication to his craft and his promotion of yoga underscore his commitment to both personal and professional growth.
