During a unique event hosted as part of the ICC Centenary Celebrations, actor, businesswoman, and wellness advocate Ms. Shilpa Shetty and internationally recognized integrative lifestyle expert Mr. Luke Coutinho shared inspiring thoughts on resilience, sustainable health, and mindful living. ICC Vice President Mr. Keshav Bhajanka conducted the meeting, while ICC President Mr. Brij Bhushan Agarwal greeted the dignitaries.

Thinking back on her three decades in the film business, Ms. Shetty discussed how she began her career at the age of 17 with no prior experience in the field, how she was rejected despite her early success, and how she constantly had to reinvent herself.

“Continuous learning, resilience, and maintaining authenticity are the keys to relevance. I can confidently state that I did it my way after thirty years,” said the actress.

Fitness without mindfulness cannot provide true happiness, Ms. Shetty emphasized, highlighting the significance of congruence between mental, physical, and spiritual welfare. She urged women to let go of the need for perfection and instead concentrate on prioritization, presence, and balance.

Mr. Coutinho emphasized the need to embrace healthy lives at a young age, warning that diseases linked to lifestyle choices are striking younger generations at an alarming rate. “Health is not built on motivation but on mindset, discipline, and the value we assign to our bodies,” said Mr. Coutinho.

When discussing sustainable living, both speakers argued against drastic or trend-driven interventions in favor of going back to basic, mindful behaviors like balanced eating, regular exercise, stress reduction, and aware consumption.

Young leaders and ICC members participated actively in the interactive session, which emphasized the value of sustainability, mindfulness, and holistic health in the fast-paced world of today.

Priyanka Dutta