New Delhi, Jan. 5 -- Bollywood celebrity Malaika Arora, who has practising and preaching yoga since years, says breathwork or Pranayama, forms the core of the ancient practice. A fitness icon in her own right, Malaika, who celebrated her 50th birthday in 2025, believes specific breathing techniques can boost mindfulness and overall wellness.

Malaika took to Instagram on the first Monday of 2026 to post a Monday Motivation reel in which she is seen practising Pranayama. She wrote: "POV : Pranayama isn't optional - it's the heart of yoga."

What is Pranayama?

Pranayama comes from the Sanskrit words "prana" (life force) and "ayama" (expansion or control). It is a method of controlling breathing and is a part of yoga. While yoga is often th...