Mumbai: Malaika Arora has long been admired not just for her screen presence, but also for her disciplined approach to health and wellness. Despite being a self-confessed foodie, the actor has managed to maintain a fit and balanced lifestyle well into her 50s—without extreme diets or fads.
Born to a Malayali mother, Joyce Arora, Malaika has often spoken about her love for South Indian cuisine, particularly staples like dosa, idli, fish curry, and avial. When in Mumbai, she has a clear favourite.
“Madras Cafe is my go-to spot for an authentic South Indian meal in Mumbai,” Malaika told ThePrint.
When she craves traditional Maharashtrian food, however, she prefers something more personal. The actor revealed that she often visits the home of her close friend—fashion designer and filmmaker Vikram Phadnis—for a comforting, homely Marathi meal.
A Foodie at Heart
Malaika’s food preferences span a wide range. Comfort foods like khichdi and paneer thecha rank high on her list and are also part of the menu at her restaurant, Scarlett House. She also enjoys dishes like caramelised onion pasta and baked fish skillet. Internationally, her choices lean toward Thai cuisine and sushi.
“There’s a little surprise coming for all of you,” she hinted, teasing something food-related. With a smile, she added that she wasn’t revealing much—but it’s “again the food I love, the food we all love.”
Whether it’s a new menu or another culinary venture remains to be seen.
How Malaika Arora Stays Fit
Despite her love for food, Malaika is clear about one thing—health always comes first. The actor has consistently advocated mindful living and sustainable wellness, a philosophy she also shares in her book, It’s Easy to Be Healthy, which focuses on balance rather than extremes.
Among all her wellness practices, Malaika says there are three simple health habits she absolutely swears by:
- Early dinner: “I eat my dinner before sunset.”
- Mindful mornings: “I wake up early and start my day with a glass of warm lemon water.”
- Hydration: “Above all, I stay hydrated throughout the day. I drink plenty of water.”
For Malaika Arora, fitness isn’t about restriction—it’s about rhythm, routine, and consistency. And that, she believes, is what truly makes healthy living sustainable.
