Anil Kapoor has worked in Bollywood for five decades and still looks young at 69. Actor reveals three things that keep him fit

At 69, Anil Kapoor continues to surprise fans with his energy, fitness and youthful appearance. The actor, who has spent decades in the film industry, has often spoken about the importance of taking care of himself. For Kapoor, staying fit is not about following a secret formula but about making consistent efforts to look after his body and mind.

In an interview with Esquire India, the actor spoke about the things that help him maintain his energy even after five decades of working in films. While looking through his phone for an Instagram post that summed up his approach to life, the actor explained that he actively works towards maintaining a positive and energetic state of mind.

Anil Kapoor says staying positive requires effort

Kapoor’s philosophy appears to revolve around what he calls the “feel-good factor”. While searching for the post on his phone, he spoke about how he does not want to become someone who simply relies on his long experience in the industry.


The actor explained that even before an interview or photo shoot, he takes certain steps to make sure he has the energy to engage properly. He said, "Like, I’ve come here for this photo shoot. And to speak to you with the same energy and positivity, I’ll have to take active steps."



Kapoor pointed out that he has been giving interviews for around 50 years, but still wants to approach them with enthusiasm. For him, staying interested and positive is an active choice rather than something that happens automatically.

Eight-and-a-half hours of sleep and regular workouts

Two of the simplest parts of Anil Kapoor’s routine are sleep and exercise. Before the Esquire India interaction, the actor had checked how much sleep he had got and noted that he had slept for eight-and-a-half hours.

He had also completed a workout before the photo shoot. These details offer a glimpse into the discipline he follows even with a busy professional schedule. Rather than treating fitness as a temporary routine for a particular role, Kapoor appears to have made exercise and adequate rest part of his regular lifestyle.

His approach also talks about that fitness is not limited to physical appearance. Anil Kapoor connects his physical preparation with how he feels and performs during his professional commitments. Getting enough rest and working out help him maintain the energy he wants to bring into his work.

The actor has also previously been known for maintaining a disciplined approach to fitness, with exercise remaining a regular part of his lifestyle.

Five decades in Bollywood, but Anil Kapoor keeps reinventing himself

Anil Kapoor’s career is itself an example of longevity. After making his breakthrough with Woh Saat Din in 1983, he went on to become one of Hindi cinema’s most recognisable stars. Films such as Mr. India, Tezaab, Ram Lakhan and Beta established him as a major commercial actor.

He later moved across genres with films including Virasat, Taal, Pukar and Nayak. His career also expanded internationally with Slumdog Millionaire, followed by his appearance in the television series 24 and the Hollywood film Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol.

In recent years, he has continued to take on varied roles, from Dil Dhadakne Do and Fighter to the action drama Animal. He has also become part of the YRF Spy Universe with War 2 and Alpha.

With more projects lined up, Kapoor’s approach to staying active remains clear: regular workouts, adequate sleep and making a conscious effort to stay positive and interested in what he does. Stay tuned!