Being fit is in your mind

Entrepreneur Mukesh Bansal and actor Raghu Ramappa have something in common — they’re both strong believers in a healthy body and mind.

Raghu Ramappa: I am glad that you still take time off for fitness, even though you have huge responsibilities and demands to meet. I still remember the good old days when you walked in to the gym — tall and lean!

Mukesh Bansal: Oh yes! After studying in the US, I came back to India to start Myntra. And that’s when I joined the gym. I was looking for a good trainer and thankfully, the administration desk recommended your name. I would probably say that it was you who guided me through this.

RR: I have seen several people walking into the gym. But, it’s amazing to see someone like you, who keeps travelling, but takes time out for fitness. Not many people realise the importance of fitness.

MB: Fitness has become a part of my life. In fact, it’s compulsory for anyone who leads a busy life, not to mention to kill the stress we all go through every day. It’s not just about physical fitness; mental fitness is also important. It has helped me face so many challenges with ease.

RR: Not just working out, it is important to have the right kind of food habits when it comes to being healthy. In order to lead a disciplined life, keep yourself in a top form.

MB: When did you get into fitness and films?

RR: I think fitness was in my genes... my father was into fitness and encouraged me to get into it. I remember doing push-ups even as a child. Now, I am a certified fitness trainer, motivating people to lead a robust life. As far as films are concerned, I was directing short films during college and gradually decided to move to feature films. That’s when I got the opportunity to work in Just Pass 35/100. I am hoping to be a part of good films this year as well.