As the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 approaches, a host of celebrated personalities from film, music, and public service are lending their voices to promote the ancient Indian practice. What started as a national observance has transformed into a people’s movement, with this year’s IDY marking a decade of celebrations.
Former Puducherry Governor and retired IPS officer Dr. Kiran Bedi called yoga “another word for self-care and social care,” highlighting its relevance in modern life.
Veteran actors Anupam Kher and Anil Kapoor echoed the sentiment. In a post on X, Kapoor said, “Yoga inspires, heals, and unites. Let’s embrace a healthier today and tomorrow through the spirit of Yoga Mahotsav,” while Anupam shared a video message encouraging everyone to “Celebrate Yoga”.
Wrestler and motivational speaker Sangram Singh emphasized yoga’s spiritual dimension, calling it a bridge between the physical and the inner self. Cultural icons like singer Kailash Kher and classical dancer Sonal Mansingh praised yoga as India’s timeless gift to the world.
Actors Manoj Joshi and Shilpa Shetty advocated for integrating yoga and Ayurvedic principles into daily life, while Rakul Preet Singh described yoga as a unifying force from ancient India to the global stage.
Their collective outreach, especially on social media, is energizing youth and digital audiences nationwide. As June 21 draws near, these influential voices are not just promoting yoga as a practice—but as a way of life.