Nagarjuna's 35-year fitness journey: Intermittent fasting, not skipping meals; and more

At 65, Nagarjuna Akkineni continues to defy age with his sculpted physique, glowing skin, and infectious energy. But the Telugu superstar’s fitness isn’t built on fads, it’s grounded in a consistent, 35-year-long commitment to wellness.



Whether it’s a busy shoot day or a relaxed morning, Nagarjuna never skips his workout. His fitness mix includes strength training, cardio, swimming, and long walks.

Even if he can’t hit the gym, he finds a way to move which is a habit he developed as a teen and stayed loyal to. “It’s not about doing more, it’s about doing it consistently,” he told Hindustan Times. For those wondering how he manages to stay motivated, Nagarjuna swears by one thing: put fitness before everything else.

Early dinners, gut health & the power of simplicity

Contrary to the belief that he skips meals, Nagarjuna clarified in a chat with MM Keeravani, that he eats dinner daily, just earlier than most. His plate usually includes salads, rice, chicken, and fish. As we all know, it is a balanced and nourishing meal.




His 12:12 intermittent fasting method involves a 12-hour eating window followed by a 12-hour fast. He starts his day with natural probiotics like kimchi or sauerkraut, followed by warm water and black coffee.

A lifestyle that ages gracefully with you

What sets Nagarjuna apart is his belief in simplicity and routine. No crash diets, no intense food restrictions, no chasing instant results. The method the 'Kuberaa' actor adopts is deeply human and encourages balance over burnout.

Work front

On the professional front, Nagarjuna Akkineni was recently seen in the Dhanush starrer thriller film 'Kuberaa'. The movie was directed by Sekhar Kammula and received decent reviews from the audiences. Up next, Nagarjuna has the most awaited upcoming film 'Coolie' starring Rajinikanth in the lead and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.