Whistling Woods International, Mumbai’s premier institute for film, communication, and creative arts, today vibrated with positive energy as it celebrated International Yoga Day.
The campus was abuzz with its 11th edition of celebrating the International Yoga Day. This year the school host an NGO students to be a part of their celebration. The day was filled by amazing Yoga videos, music performances and workshops by students of Whistling Woods.
The audience at the school witnessed a valuable address by Yoga Guru Dr Hansa Ji Yogendra and Neerja ji from Brahmakumaris. Whistling Woods alumni star Sai Godbole sang a divine song in English.
Jackie Shroff with his characteristic candor and stated “Everyone should keep one thing in mind: nothing is more important than breath in life. Dhyan (Meditation) is in every aspect. The one who cooks also cooks with Dhyan, and the one who eats eats with dhyan. The fact that you all are listening to me now is also dhyan.” His core message resonated deeply: “Don’t worry about things much and enjoy life to the fullest.” He touched upon the contemporary challenge of mobile phone usage, advocating for mindful engagement.
President of Whistling Woods Meghna Ghai Puri introduced their support and contribution to an NGO to change residual plastic into usable fabrics. Around 282 students were invited and performed yoga on this day with Brahmakumari performing team.
The founder and chairman Subhash Ghai shared his journey of becoming a yoga enthusiast by expressing “I am very glad to see there are so many Yoga enthusiasts here. Because when I was of your age I thought yoga is only for the buzz. But When I went to FTII I was first sent to yoga class. I was very depressed. After attending 2 years of Yoga classes I understand the importance of yoga and peace for an artist. Our professor used to say the day you will start doing yoga you will become a true artist. At first I didn’t understand what he meant but gradually as I practiced I felt at ease doing it. In childhood, I used to see my mother doing Yoga. I will give the credit to Yoga for what I am today. The journey which I saw of first becoming an actor, writer, director and producer. I never missed a single day without doing Yoga.”
