Actor Tamannaah Bhatia, who completed two decades in the film industry in 2025, recently revealed the reason behind her early morning routine — waking up at 4:30 am — during an interview on The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra. When asked how she fits indulgences like her favorite samosa into her disciplined fitness and diet regimen, Tamannaah candidly shared that she is currently in a phase of life where she wishes there were “36 hours in a day.” This has prompted her to wake up earlier some days of the week in order to make room for ideation, self-care, and creative thinking before diving into her packed work schedule.
A 24-hour day isn't enough
Tamannaah explained, “I am going through this phase where I actually wish there were 36 hours in the day and it’s only 24.” She uses those early hours for self-care and creativity, saying it helps set the tone of her day. Her workdays often stretch long due to teams based in the UK, requiring her to adjust her schedule and accommodate late evening calls. Despite this demanding routine, she aims to get eight hours of restful sleep daily to recharge.
Fitness regimen: Discipline and consistency are key
Tamannaah’s fitness mantra revolves around consistency, discipline, and enjoying her workouts. Her routine involves an hour or more of gym workouts focusing on strength training, cardio, Pilates, yoga, and swimming. She regularly incorporates squats, sprints, dumbbell thrusters, and functional dance-based workouts to stay toned and agile. She maintains this rigorous schedule under the guidance of her long-time fitness coach.
She shared, “There’s no other way to do it. Diet, of course, needs to be controlled, but you can’t substitute anything for workouts. You have to train and I enjoy it.” Tamannaah wakes up early around 4:00 or 4:30 am for training, especially three days a week, balancing intense workout sessions with her demanding acting projects.
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Balanced diet and healthy lifestyle
Tamannaah follows a well-rounded diet focusing on portion control, healthy home-cooked meals, and avoiding processed or fried foods. Hydration through water and herbal teas is a priority. She stresses the importance of eating on time to maintain metabolism and energy throughout her busy days.
Beyond physical health, Tamannaah is committed to mental well-being through meditation, yoga, and mindfulness to manage stress. She prioritizes discipline in sleep and incorporates occasional cheat days to stay balanced without excess deprivation.
A message of inspiration
Tamannaah’s routine underscores that sustainable fitness is about balance, positivity, and dedication rather than extremes. She hopes to inspire fans to find joy in movement and nourish their bodies mindfully while navigating life’s demands. Her journey is a powerful reminder that health and discipline are achievable even with hectic schedules, as long as one is committed and consistent.
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