In Mumbai’s busy Andheri suburb, a new
kind of fitness story has just begun. And at the centre of it is Sara
Tendulkar, daughter of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. On Thursday, Sara
officially launched Pilates Academy X Sara Tendulkar, her very own Pilates
studio.
For Sachin and Anjali Tendulkar, it
wasn’t just another ribbon-cutting ceremony. It was a proud-parent moment.
Photos from the inauguration, where the family stood together smiling, went
viral almost instantly. Sachin, who’s usually reserved when it comes to family,
took to social media and wrote about his daughter’s hard work.
He described how
Sara had built her dream “brick by brick,” with endless hours of dedication.
Coming from a man who built his cricket career the same way, that statement hit
home.
So, what’s the big deal about a
Pilates studio? For those who don’t know, Pilates is a low-impact workout that
focuses on strength, flexibility, balance, and breathing. It uses special
equipment like reformers, mats, and resistance tools. Unlike heavy gym
workouts, Pilates is about precision, control, and engaging your core.
It’s
popular with athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and even people recovering from
injuries.
Sara’s journey is not just about
opening a fitness centre. Her personal philosophy is combining movement with
nutrition and overall well-being. She admitted in an interview that she
dedicates time every single day to make sure her studio matches her vision,
down to the smallest detail.
Sachin wrote, “As a parent, you always
hope your children find something they truly love doing.” For him, seeing Sara
open the studio was about watching his daughter step into her own identity. For
someone who has spent her whole life being “Sachin’s daughter,” this is Sara
finally creating her own space, her own story.
It’s also worth noting that Sara has
been slowly carving out a public persona.
Recently, she became the face of
Tourism Australia’s Come and Say G’day campaign for Indian audiences. And now,
with her Pilates academy, she’s stepping into a role that’s equal parts
entrepreneur and wellness advocate.
Sara's Pilates dream is not just her
own, but also about the changing face of fitness in India, where young people
are choosing mindful exercise over mindless routines. If the sparkle in
Sachin’s eyes is anything to go by, this is one innings that has only just
started.