Akshay Kumar Reveals Why He Eats Dinner by 6:30 PM and Fasts Every Monday
Akshay Kumar Reveals Why He Eats Dinner by 6:30 PM and Fasts Every Monday
The Bollywood star shares how early meals, weekly fasting, and unique workouts keep him fit and disciplined as he gears up for his next films.
The Discipline Behind Akshay Kumar’s Lifestyle
Akshay Kumar has long been admired not only for his acting but also for his disciplined lifestyle. Unlike many in Bollywood, he avoids late-night parties, sticks to a strict sleep schedule, lights out by 10 pm and ensures dinner is wrapped up before 7 pm. His unwavering routine, he says, is the secret to his energy and fitness even after decades in the industry.
Why He Eats Dinner by 6:30 PM
Speaking at the launch of the book Your Body Already Knows, Akshay highlighted the importance of early dinners.
“Every part of the body rests when we sleep—eyes, legs, hands. But the stomach doesn’t, if we eat late,” he explained. “By morning, instead of resting, it’s already burdened again with breakfast. That’s how diseases begin. If you eat by 6:30 pm, the stomach has time to digest and is ready to rest when you sleep.”
The actor believes this simple habit can help prevent many health issues.
Weekly Fasting and Fitness Habits
Another cornerstone of his routine is fasting every Monday. “I take my last meal on Sunday night and don’t eat again until Tuesday morning,” he revealed.
When it comes to workouts, Akshay avoids traditional weightlifting. Instead, he focuses on body-weight training, outdoor sports, and rock climbing. “My gym is basically made for monkeys. I only hang. There are no weights,” he quipped, stressing that natural movement keeps him stronger and fitter than machines.
He also discourages crash diets or reliance on processed foods, advocating instead for a balanced, natural diet.
Upcoming Films After Housefull 5
While Housefull 5 failed to create the expected buzz, Akshay has a busy slate ahead. He is preparing for the much-awaited Hera Pheri 3, reuniting with Suniel Shetty and Paresh Rawal. Fans will also see him in comedy-drama films Welcome to the Jungle and Jolly LLB 3.
