Entrepreneur Upasana Kamineni Konidela, wife of actor Ram Charan, has always promoted conscious eating and mindful living. In a recent conversation with Curly Tales, she revealed the one rule she follows without compromise at home—her daughter must consume ragi every single day, a practice inspired by Sadhguru.
Why Ragi Is a Non-Negotiable at the Konidela Household
During the interview, Upasana shared that ragi is one of her favourite foods. She remembered Sadhguru personally telling her:
“Upasana, make sure she has ragi in any form every day.”
Taking the advice seriously, she ensures her daughter eats ragi—whether as porridge, malt, dosa, or any other preparation.
Upasana also recalled a conversation with Sadhguru’s daughter, Radhe Jaggi, a renowned Bharatanatyam dancer. Radhe once said that growing up, Sadhguru made kanji for her daily, something she drank without fail.
Admiring her fitness and glow, Upasana added,
“Look at how glamorous, healthy, and fit she is.”
When asked if her daughter actually likes ragi, Upasana laughed and replied:
“She has to like it. Some things are non-negotiable.”
Sadhguru’s Broader Philosophy on Food and Well-Being
Sadhguru has often spoken about the connection between food and life energy. His core belief:
“You are what you eat.”
He frequently advises:
- Choosing plant-based food
- Avoiding overcooked or stale meals
- Eating freshly cooked food within 1.5 hours
- Including millets, fruits, and multi-grains
- Supporting digestion with simple, natural ingredients
According to him, food should energize the body, not burden it. His emphasis on millets aligns with global recommendations for sustainable, nutrient-rich diets—another reason why ragi holds a special place in Upasana’s routine.
