Baahubali Fame Anushka Shetty Turns 44, Reveals Her Fitness Secret

Anushka Shetty, the superstar from Tamil cinema, turned 44 on 7th November 2025. The actress has proved her prowess with her versatility and by delivering several hits for decades. 

Besides her power-packed performance in films like Vikramarkudu, Ghaati, and Arundhati, her appearance in the Bahubali franchise has built a cult fanbase in both South and North India. 

Her role as Devasena was strong enough to grab the audience's attention. Today, on the occasion of her birthday, we list some of her best movies that are worth watching on OTT platforms. But first, here’s a brief glimpse into her early background.

Anushka Shetty: A Glimpse Into Her Early Days

Anushka Shetty was born in Mangalore, Karnataka, on November 7, 1981, to a Tulu-speaking family. After her schooling and college, she ventured into the entertainment industry. 

But prior to that, she mastered yoga under renowned yoga master Bharath Thakur and became a certified yoga trainer. Her disciplined lifestyle is behind her calm and strong presence on screen. 

Yoga: The Power Behind Her Strength and Grace

Many of her fans might be inquisitive in finding the secret behind her timeless grace and fitness. Well, the secret is already revealed, and it is none other than yoga, the ancient practice that has transformed her life. Over the years, the Tollywood star has been vocal about her health and fitness in social media posts and interviews. 

And every time she has credited yoga as a prominent aspect behind her fitness journey. Referring to her 2017 Instagram post, Anushka said that her most memorable moment in life is when she decided to become a yoga master. Hailing from a family of doctors and engineers, she took a brave step and experienced this ancient practice that changed her life.

Anushka believes that skipping yoga for a high-intensity workout and burning maximum calories is a misconception. In her August 2024 interview with the media, she revealed that yoga helps in losing weight and shared some effective asanas for weight management, which are

Surya Namaskar

• Stresses multiple muscles
• Increases your heart rate
• When combined with deep breathing, it enhances your body's oxygen and boosts your metabolism.

Chaturanga dandasana

• Covers your core muscles, legs, and arms
• Builds muscle tone
• Improves posture
• Boosts metabolism

Virabhadrasana

• It activates abdominal muscles, aids digestion,
• Raises metabolic rate
• Strengthen your back
• It improves overall posture and core stability.

Bhujangasana

• This backbend pose engages the abdominal muscles
• Improve digestion and metabolism
• Strengthens the back, enhancing posture and core stability
• Raises metabolic rate
• Better posture and core support

Adho mukha svanasana

• Also called inversion pose, it engages multiple muscle groups
• Includes arms, shoulders, legs, and core
• Strengthens the body
• Boost circulation
• Supports weight management

Navasana

• Challenging yet rewarding
• Improves posture
• Strengthens your core
• Boost metabolism
• Supports calorie burn

Halasana

• Activates the thyroid gland
• Regulate metabolism
• Toning the abdominal muscles
• Supports better digestion and metabolic health

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Must-Watch Movies of Anushka Shetty

Coming back to her cinematic career, here’s a quick roundup of five Anushka Shetty films you shouldn’t miss.

Bahubali

Bahubali is one of the must-watch films of Anushka Shetty as Devasena, a princess of the Kuntala kingdom, who falls in love with Amarendra Bahubali. Directed by S.S. Rajamouli, it was a blockbuster. Even after its re-release on October 31, 2025, it earned around Rs 9.25 crore and Rs 26 crore by day 4. 

• Streaming OTT: JioHotstar

Arundhati

Next on the list is Arundhati. In this film, she plays the titular role, who is the reincarnation of her great-grandmother, Jejamma. The story takes a gripping turn when Anushka's character gets divine powers that help her confront the evil haunting her bloodline.

• Streaming OTT: YouTube

Ghaati

Ghaati is a remarkable addition to Anushka's filmography. She plays the role of a bus conductor, Sheelavathi, who falls in love with a medical lab technician. The story takes a dark turn when she gets trapped in an illegal trade and struggles to escape from it.

• Streaming OTT: Amazon Prime Video

Miss Shetty, Mr. Polishetty

This movie explores different perspectives on life. Anushka plays a feminist in London who wants to stay single throughout her life. In contrast to her character, Mr. Polishetty, played by Naveen Polishetty, wants a serious relationship.

• Streaming OTT: Netflix

Bhaagamathie

Last on the list is Bhaagamathie, a crime thriller where the character Chanchala, played by Anushka, is sentenced for a crime and is taken to an old, haunted mansion for interrogation. The story takes an eerie turn when she is possessed by a spirit called Bhaagamathie.

• Streaming OTT: ZEE5 and Amazon Prime Video

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FAQs

Q. When is Anushka Shetty’s birthday?

A. The birthday of Tollywood actress Anushka Shetty falls on 7th November 1981. 

Q How old is Anushka Shetty?

A. Anushka Shetty turned 44 on 7th November 2025.

Q. What is the secret of her beauty?

A The secret of her beauty lies in yoga.

Q. What are her best movies of all time?

A. Some of her all-time best movies are Bahubali, Arundhati, Bhaagmathie, and Ghaati