Harleen Kaur Rekhi reflects on inner peace on World Yoga Day; says ‘Yoga calms you from within, it brings shanti'
On the occasion of
World Yoga Day
, actress Harleen Kaur Rekhi, known for her powerful portrayal of Mandodari in Shrimad Ramayan and her theatre work in Hamare Ram alongside Ashutosh Rana, opened up about her deep connection to yoga and how it continues to enrich her life on multiple levels.
For Harleen, yoga isn't just a fitness routine—it's a way of life.
'Yoga brings a massive change in a person's body at a much deeper level—I genuinely feel that,' she says. She emphasizes that yoga isn't just about flexibility or asanas, but about finding harmony between the body and mind.
'Yoga calms you from within. It gives you a sense of shanti—a deep inner peace,' she explains. 'I'm not saying anything against gym workouts—they tone the body—but yoga touches something deeper.'
Harleen practices yoga regularly, making sure not to skip even on hectic days. 'If you're not practicing regularly, you tend to lose the flexibility and the confidence to perform asanas. But even five to ten minutes a day can help maintain balance and routine,' she shares.
Among her favorite poses is Vajrasana, which she practices after meals. 'It's great for digestion. Just two to five minutes after eating can really flatten the stomach and improve digestion,' she notes.
As an actor, she also highlights the importance of breathing exercises. 'Our job involves a lot of speaking, so I do breathing techniques even when I have a cold. It helps regulate breath and voice. How we breathe directly affects how we communicate.'
Even when her schedule gets demanding, Harleen always finds her way back to the mat. 'If I skip yoga for a week, my body feels stiff. That's why I make it a point to stay regular.'
In a world filled with chaos, Harleen's journey with yoga is a powerful reminder that a few minutes of mindful practice each day can bring lasting calm, energy, and clarity.
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