Intro: Sorab Bedi, originally from Gurgaon, built his career from the ground up, starting with a call-centre job before moving into modelling and television. He became a familiar face through shows like Chand Jalne Laga and Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi, and found a new wave of recognition after joining MTV Splitsvilla, first known as the “Rajma Chawal Boy” on Splitsvilla X6, and later admired for his calm, mature gameplay on Splitsvilla 16. Through it all, fitness has remained a constant, not as a look to maintain for the camera, but as a discipline that keeps him grounded. Here, he talks training, mindset and why consistency always wins.
Tell us a little about your current workout routine.
My current routine follows the Push-Pull-Legs split. I divide my training into pushing movements for the chest, shoulders and triceps; pulling movements for the back and biceps; and dedicated leg sessions. This allows me to train different muscle groups systematically while giving them adequate time to recover. I believe fitness is not just about building a good physique, it’s about building strength, endurance and discipline. As an actor, my body is an important part of my craft, and I want to be physically prepared for the different characters and challenges that come my way. I also believe in listening to my body and adapting my training when necessary. The goal is to become stronger, healthier and better than I was yesterday.
What’s your mindset when it comes to staying consistent, especially given your busy schedule?
For me, consistency comes down to one thing: keeping the promises you make to yourself. There will always be busy schedules, long shoots, travel and days when motivation is missing. If I depend only on motivation, I will find excuses. Discipline is what keeps me going.
I try to treat fitness as a part of my lifestyle rather than something I do only when I have a particular goal to achieve. Even when life gets hectic, I believe in finding a way to stay active and maintain a routine. You may not always have your perfect workout, but you can still make an effort. My mindset is simple: don’t aim to be perfect every day, aim to show up consistently. Small efforts, repeated over time, create results that temporary bursts of motivation never can.
What are your top three fitness rules?
My three non-negotiables are diet, workout and sleep. First, diet, what you eat fuels your body, supports recovery and affects your overall performance, so I’m mindful of what goes on my plate. Second, workout, train with a purpose, maintain proper form and challenge yourself progressively, you don’t have to prove anything to anyone in the gym, you just have to keep improving yourself. Third, sleep, recovery is just as important as training, your body needs adequate rest to repair and perform at its best.
People often focus only on lifting heavier or spending more hours in the gym, but fitness is a combination of these three pillars. When nutrition, training and recovery work together, you give yourself a much better chance of achieving sustainable results.
They say you are what you eat. What does your daily diet actually look like, and are there specific foods you swear by or avoid?
I believe in eating to support my lifestyle and training rather than following extreme diets. My approach is to prioritise balanced meals, adequate protein, quality carbohydrates, healthy fats and enough water. I try to be mindful of portion sizes and choose foods that help me feel energetic and perform well.
I also believe that a sustainable diet is more effective than one that makes you feel restricted all the time. Consistency matters more than chasing a quick transformation, and food should nourish your body rather than become a source of stress. You don’t need to follow every diet trend you see online, you need to understand what works for your body and stay consistent with it.
Being in the public eye comes with constant scrutiny. Does that ever take a toll on you, or do you find yourself comparing your fitness to your peers in the industry?
Being in the public eye naturally comes with opinions, expectations and comparisons. I’ve learnt that you cannot control what everyone thinks about you, but you can control how much power you give those opinions.
The fitness industry and entertainment world can sometimes make it seem as though you constantly need to look a certain way. But everyone’s body, journey and starting point are different. Comparing yourself to someone else’s highlight reel can take away from the progress you’re making in your own life. I respect people who inspire me, but I prefer to use that inspiration as motivation rather than competition. My biggest competition is the person I was yesterday.
How do you keep your workouts from becoming monotonous, and how do you protect your mental wellbeing alongside the physical grind?
I keep my workouts interesting by focusing on progress rather than just repetition. I like having a structured routine, but I also believe in setting new goals, challenging myself and making adjustments when needed. Sometimes, improving your form or increasing your endurance can be just as satisfying as lifting heavier weights.
For mental wellbeing, I remind myself that fitness should add value to your life, not become a punishment. Rest, spending time with family and friends, and stepping away from constant expectations are important too. The entertainment industry can be demanding, so finding balance is essential. For me, true fitness is when your body is getting stronger and your mind is becoming more resilient at the same time.
Quick Takes
Who, according to you, is the fittest star in Bollywood?
Hrithik Roshan. His fitness, athleticism and dedication to maintaining his physique are genuinely inspiring. What stands out to me is the discipline behind it all.
One cheat meal you can never say no to?
A really good burger! I believe in being disciplined with my fitness, but I also believe in enjoying food without feeling guilty about it. Balance is everything.
Your fitness secret everyone should know?
Consistency beats intensity when intensity isn’t sustainable. You don’t need to do everything perfectly, you need to keep showing up. Build a routine you can maintain, respect your recovery and trust the process. The results will follow with time.
