Sonakshi Sinha - Stronger Than Ever
Elle India|July 2019

Sonakshi Sinha shares her wisdom on self-confidence, happiness and why perfection is a myth.

Mamta Mody
Sonakshi Sinha - Stronger Than Ever

Sonakshi Sinha is probably the most relatable fitness icon out there. She hates going to the gym (“it’s always a struggle”), dreams of having six-pack abs (“just once in my life”), and isn’t prepared to give up on cheat meals (“I can binge on pizza, rice and noodles”). At a time when we only see perky butts and effortless post-workout selfies, the actor casually bares her efforts towards getting fitter on Instagram. Sometimes she’s holding a headstand and bemoaning the months it took to perfect it, other times she’s attempting a complicated inversion at the Pilates studio while her whole body is visibly trembling. Like most things in her life, Sonakshi shares each moment with confidence and never lets the grind get her down. Her outspoken and spirited attitude filters into her outlook towards fitness as well, which is you don’t have to be super fit to be proud of your workout, every step counts.

The actor who spent most of her 20s working non-stop (her debut film Dabangg released in 2010) has found a peaceful balance in her 30s. This year she is making efforts to dedicate time to her health, while also gearing up for three film releases: Mission Mangal where she plays a scientist working on India’s Mars Orbiter Mission, an untitled comedy with T-Series, and Dabangg 3 where she reprises her role as the feisty Rajjo. Sonakshi weighs in on her drive to stay fit and the importance of building your self-worth.

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