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Time of India
23-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Mandira Bedi steps into mental health advocacy
Actor, fitness icon, and wellness advocate Mandira Bedi has joined the mental and emotional wellness platform Full Circle as Co-Founder, marking a significant step in her ongoing commitment to holistic health. Full Circle is a modern mental wellness space dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges through access to qualified professionals, curated support systems, and evidence-based practices. With Mandira coming on board, the platform is poised to amplify its mission of healing and self-discovery in a society still learning to talk openly about mental health. Mandira has long been recognized for her focus on physical fitness. But in recent years, her personal experiences have broadened that perspective to include emotional well-being. Her voice brings both empathy and authenticity to the conversation around healing. 'I've spent years advocating for physical fitness, but the last few years have shown me just how vital mental health is. Full Circle is a platform that truly resonates with me. It's a space where people can find the support they need from professionals when they need it most. Healing into wholeness isn't just a philosophy, it's a necessity, and I'm honoured to be a part of this journey,' she says. Full Circle offers therapy, group sessions, mindfulness workshops, and psychoeducation tools designed for the modern individual. It's a space that doesn't just acknowledge mental health, it integrates it into everyday wellness, making it more approachable and less stigmatized. As Co-Founder, Mandira will play an active role in shaping the platform's vision, curating experiences, and encouraging more people to take charge of their mental well being. Her presence underscores the brand's core belief that healing is not a luxury it's a right. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mandira Bedi on coping with husband Raj Kaushal's death: Grief has no shortcuts, but we choose to celebrate
In a recent heartfelt conversation, Mandira Bedi reflected on the pain of losing her husband, filmmaker Raj Kaushal , who passed away at the age of 50 due to a heart attack . She reportedly shared that navigating through grief was an intensely personal journey, one that offered no shortcuts. The actress and TV presenter opened up about how the first year after his death was the most difficult for her and their two children, Vir and Tara , as they tried to cope with the profound loss. While speaking on the YouTube channel The Full Circle, Mandira is believed to have expressed how emotionally draining the first year had been — from celebrating birthdays to enduring anniversaries and festivals like Diwali. These milestones, she said, brought a wave of sorrow, often leaving her wanting to shut herself away and cry for hours. Each "first" without Raj was described as a challenge she had no choice but to endure. She also reportedly spoke about how their daughter Tara had only spent a few months with Raj before his passing, having been adopted just 8-9 months earlier. Their son Vir, however, had shared a deep bond with his father, and his heartbreak ran deep. Mandira recalled never stopping him from expressing his grief, saying she rejected outdated notions like 'boys don't cry.' Instead, she encouraged him to let his emotions flow freely, believing that only by doing so could they one day remember Raj with smiles instead of tears. Mandira Bedi misses her late husband Raj Kaushal dearly, shares a pic of his name written on paper by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Mandira went on to share that although she followed all the traditional mourning rituals — including a one-month and one-year puja — she eventually chose not to mark Raj's death anniversary as a day of sadness. She reportedly questioned what there was to gain from holding onto such sorrowful reminders. Rather than dwell on the loss, she preferred to honour Raj on his birthday every year, organizing a special puja followed by a lunch featuring his favourite dishes. According to her, this Sunday lunch tradition, surrounded by friends and laughter, was their way of celebrating his life. She also admitted that while she still feels a sense of sadness on the anniversary of his death, she doesn't want her children to grow up associating the day with grief. Instead, she wants them to remember their father for the joy and legacy he left behind. Mandira also reportedly revealed a deeply personal ritual she has followed every day since Raj's passing — offering a prayer to him. In those quiet moments, she thanks him for their children, the home they share, and the systems he set in place. She even apologises for the hard times in their marriage, showing how love, loss, and healing continue to coexist in her journey forward. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Hindustan Times
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Mandira Bedi reveals why she doesn't mark husband Raj Kaushal's death anniversary: ‘Why should we?'
Actor Mandira Bedi, who lost her husband-producer Raj Kaushal in 2021 to heart attack, has opened about dealing with the grief. She says, 'with grief there aren't any shortcuts. You have to go through it.' (Also read: Mandira Bedi on coping up with the death of husband Raj Kaushal: 'I will grieve him for the rest of my life') In a conversation with Satyadev Barman on YouTube channel The Full Circle, Mandira opened up on how hard it was deal with all the first major occasions after Raj's death. She said, 'I can say it now without fully breaking down, that first year, the first of everything, the first birthday, the first anniversary, first Diwali, Raj loved Diwali, the first New Year, they were all really hard. The firsts of everything is when you sit in your room and you shut the door and you don't want to talk to anybody and you cry, and you cry till you can't cry anymore." Mandira, also mentioned how their kids coped up with the loss. She shared that since their adopted daughter Tara was just 8-9 months at the time of Raj's death, she had not known him for long. However, Vir was affected deeply, as he had a very strong bond with his father and he would often cry. "I never once told him not to cry. 'Boys don't cry' that is crap. I told him cry as much as you feel like and let those tears out because the sooner you let all those tears out we will be able to remember him from a place of joy," Mandira said. "I did a one-month puja, one-year puja and all other rituals. After the one-year puja, I decided I am not going to mark this day (death anniversary) anymore… why should we mark this is there to remember in this day… it's a sad day in our lives,' she said. Mandira explained that now every August 15 which is Raj's birthday, they have a little puja and after that a lavish lunch where they have all the kind of foods that Raj loved. 'This is our way to celebrate him. His legacy is the lives he touched. We have reached a stage where we laugh and remember him well,' she added.
Indian Express
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Mandira Bedi opens up on losing husband Raj Kaushal at 49, how she chooses not to mark his death anniversary: ‘What is to remember on that day?'
'With grief there aren't any shortcuts. You have to go through it,' Mandira Bedi said as she recalled her late husband, director and producer Raj Kaushal. In a recent interaction, Mandira opened up about how she coped with her husband's sudden death at the age of 50, after he suffered a heart attack. She admitted that while the first year after his passing was incredibly hard, she and their kids — son Vir and daughter Tara — slowly learned to cope with the loss. Speaking on the YouTube channel The Full Circle, she said, 'The first year after Raj's death was the first of everything – birthday, anniversary, Diwali – they were all very hard. The first of everything is a time when you want to sit in your room, don't want to talk to anyone and just cry and cry till you can't cry anymore.' Mandira shared that since they adopted daughter Tara just 8-9 months before Raj's death, she had known him for only a short while. However, his death affected their son Vir deeply, as he had been very close to his father and was heartbroken after the loss. 'Vir would cry and I never once told him not to cry. 'Boys don't cry' that is crap. I told him cry as much as he wants and let it out,' she said. Mandira explained that she wanted him to release those emotions so that they could eventually remember Raj with joy. Mandira also shared that she chose not to observe her husband's death anniversary as a sad occasion. 'I did a one-month puja, one-year puja and all other rituals. After the one-year puja, I decided we will not mark this day… what is there to remember in this day… it's a sad day in our lives.' Instead, she created a tradition of celebrating his birthday each year with friends and family, choosing to remember him fondly. She said, 'On his birthday every year, I organise a puja followed by a lunch and I call all his friends. The lunch has Raj's favourite foods. It's the kind of Sunday afternoon lunch we loved. This is our way to celebrate him. His legacy is the lives he touched. We have reached a stage where we laugh and remember him well.' She added, 'I remember his death anniversary and I feel sad on that day but I don't want my kids to remember it.' Mandira also revealed that every day since Raj's passing, she says a prayer to him, thanking him for his legacy, their children, and the home that they live in. She also apologises to him for 'all the hard times' in their marriage and thanks him for setting up the systems in place that still continue today.
Hindustan Times
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Mandira Bedi reveals her fitness secrets for toned body at 53: She loves ab workouts and 'hates squats'
In an interview with Elle India, a snippet of which was shared on Instagram on May 7, actor Mandira Bedi spilt her secret to staying strong and fit at 53. Mandira emphasised that what's most important is finding a fitness routine that works for you and sticking to it, rather than following the latest trends. She prefers a 'classic' approach to fitness, focusing on timeless exercises like stretching, and yoga. Also read | Demi Moore at 62 sticks to meat-free diet for toned body, but there's 1 thing she can't give up Mandira Bedi's approach to fitness is refreshing. Here are some key takeaways. (Instagram/ Mandira Bedi) Asked what motivated her to prioritise health and wellness in her life, and what is the 'weirdest fitness trend she has ever tried', Mandira, who began her acting career with the TV serial Shanti in 1994, which made her a household name, said, 'Whatever gets you into the space of fitness and health is not important as long as you stay there. That's the thing, I don't try any weird fitness trends. I am a classic in every way.' 'I do a lot of stretching' Mandira, who has hosted various cricket events, including ICC Cricket World Cups and Indian Premier League, also shared her dislike for squats, especially weighted squats, showing that it's okay to have personal preferences when it comes to exercise. Mandira stressed the importance of doing some form of physical activity every day, even if it's just a small amount. She often shares her workout routines on social media. Mandir shared details of her 'favourite workout' when stressed: 'I do a lot of stretching. I put down a yoga mat. I do abs, I do stretches.. push yourself to do some sort of activity every day. Some form of activity is better than none… gosh, I hate squats, I hate weighted squats.' Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
