Shagun Pandey says “Fitness is a Lifestyle,” sets up Mini-Gym in his vanity

Mera Balam Thanedaar' has been entertaining viewers with the journey of two contrasting individuals, Bulbul (portrayed by Shruti Choudhary) and Veer (played by Shagun Pandey), who are trying to win each other’s trust and navigate their married life. Amassing love for his portrayal, Shagun Pandey goes beyond the script to embody the role of Veer, the IPS Officer, with unparalleled authenticity. But what's his secret? It goes beyond mere acting; for Pandey, it's about fully immersing himself in the character, and that includes making fitness a cornerstone of his lifestyle. To step into Veer's shoes, Shagun doesn't settle for just hitting the gym; he brings the gym to him!

Yes, you heard it right – amidst the chaotic shooting schedules, Shagun has ingeniously carved out his own fitness haven by setting up a makeshift gym on the show's sets. Remaining faithful to his character, he sculpts his physique by embracing a regimen that incorporates a strict diet, cardio, compound exercises, calisthenics, and essential rest to achieve the desired muscular appearance.

Shagun Pandey essaying the role of IPS Veer Pratap Singh in COLORS’ ‘Mera Balam Thanedaar’ shares, “Fitness is a lifestyle for me. It was not feasible for me to travel and hit the gym amid the hectic schedule and it’s indispensable for me to maintain the desired look for this role. So, I thought of hitting two birds with one stone by setting up a gym in my vanity room on the set. I am coached by Imtiyaz Nazir (former Mr. India) on video call. I think putting one’s health and work above everything else is a game-changer. Having a gym within arm’s reach allows me to prioritize wellness without compromising on time and convenience. I tell anyone who comes to me for fitness advice, to take charge of their well-being and do whatever form of exercise that’s comfortable for them.”

In the ongoing storyline, viewers will witness the unfolding drama surrounding the Kundali. Sulakshana, (Veer's mother), discovers Bulbul's Kundali with the help of Drishti (Bulbul’s sister). She insists on matching Veer and Bulbul's Kundalis, as everything seems to be going awry after their marriage. However, Vardhan, (Veer's father), opposes this idea and resists the notion of Kundali matching. The conflict between Sulakshana's belief in the significance of Kundali matching and Vardhan’s skepticism sets the stage for an interesting drama which will keep the viewers hooked. Will everyone get to know Bulbul’s real age? Will she have to leave the house if the Kundali doesn’t match? Only time will tell!