Devoleena Bhattacharjee has a deeply spiritual approach to wellness. This International Yoga Day, she talks through the meaning of true peace and how yoga gives her the space to acquire a balance in life.

She says, “Between takes and spotlights, the vanity van becomes your nest—one deep breath, one stretch, one moment of calm,” Devoleena says beautifully. “This isn’t just a yoga routine; it’s the best makeup—the glow you find when you finally exhale.”

For her, Pranayama is a physical anchor that regulates the nervous system when a script demands a spike in heavy emotions. “Acting isn’t just feeling—it’s breathing through the feeling. Control your breath, and you control the storm on your face,” she explains technically.

“Yoga and Pranayama absolutely help with intense scenes. Pranayama trains you to keep your nervous system steady when emotions spike. So instead of your breath catching during a breakdown scene, you can ride it—same tears, but on your terms,” she states.

Devoleena believes that yoga heightens a person’s intuition, allowing them to embrace balance without guilt. “Yoga teaches you to listen to your body. Sometimes it whispers khichdi. Sometimes it screams pizza. Wisdom is knowing both are a part of the practice,” she smiles. “Heavy sessions make you more in tune with your body, so you naturally reach for something nourishing after—dal, fruit, nuts, and hydrating stuff. But I’m not gonna lie… after a killer flow that has you holding Warrior III for two minutes, the idea of a massive cheat meal hits different. Balance, right? 80% mindful food, 20% indulgence.”

“The stage will always be loud, but your mind doesn’t have to be,” she reflects profoundly. “Meditation teaches you to watch the storm without becoming it. Yoga roots you, so that criticism can’t shake your centre. You stop building a wall against the world and start building depth within yourself. When your peace isn’t outsourced to likes or comments, trolling completely loses its power. You remain you, steady and unshaken.”

Lastly, she says, “Begin with breath. Inhale calm, exhale the noise you’ve been carrying,” she concludes. “Five minutes of silence isn’t empty—it’s where you meet yourself before the world asks for anything. Yoga Day isn’t about perfect poses; it’s about returning home to your body, one breath at a time. Start small, stay consistent, and let the quiet teach you what rushing never could: you’re already enough, right here, right now.”