When will you live: Shocked Sadhguru questions Alia Bhatt’s 9-hour sleep habit
Actress Alia Bhatt’s candid conversation with Sadhguru turned into an unexpected debate on sleep and a fulfilling life. The spiritual leader also urged her to take inspiration from her daughter’s joyful approach to life.
When Alia Bhatt admitted that she loves a good night’s sleep, she probably didn’t expect to be questioned about it. But that’s exactly what happened when she sat down with spiritual leader Sadhguru and the conversation quickly turned into a surprisingly heated debate about how we spend our time.
Alia Bhatt’s sleeping schedule surprises Sadhguru
During a conversation on Sadhguru’s YouTube channel, the topic of sleep came up and Alia casually mentioned that she gets about eight to nine hours of rest every day. Then Sadhguru asked a question that surprised her: “It’s a quarter of the day. How long will you live?”
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While sharing his daily routine, he revealed that he sleeps only for four to five hours, a pattern he developed after an accident. For them, cutting back on sleep means making more room for life.
However, Alia’s approach was very relatable. He said most people are told sleep is important – it helps the body repair and heal. And honestly, she enjoys it.
“I like to sleep,” she admitted, adding that even after a full eight hours, she sometimes feels like getting more rest. It’s a feeling many people will agree with, especially after long, busy days.
But Sadhguru was not completely convinced. He questioned why people reach the point where they feel so tired in the first place. According to him, the real issue is how we “relax ourselves” during the day, only to look for ways to “relax” later.
He made a philosophical point by saying that no one really “loves” sleep because, in deep sleep, we are not even aware of our existence. He suggested that what we really enjoy is the feeling of relaxation it provides.
A lesson from his daughter
The conversation also mentioned Alia’s daughter Raha, whom Sadhguru described as “more delightful” and suggested she should become his “mentor throughout her life.”
His advice was simple: Instead of always trying to teach, sometimes it’s better to watch, listen, and learn.
He advised the actor to learn closely from his child’s life, saying, “You must listen, watch and observe how a child is. A child is closer to life than you are. You must learn how to live life, because that is your life.”
Bhatt married actor Ranbir Kapoor in April 2022 after several years of dating. The couple welcomed their daughter, Raha, in November of that year.
The interaction was part of an event organized by Jain International Trade Organization in Chennai. Social media posts from attendees and organizers indicate that the session was held at The Leela Palace.
Alia Bhatt was last seen Jigra (2024) And is set to appear in upcoming projects alpha and love and warWith actor-husband Ranbir Kapoor and actors Vicky Kaushal and Bobby Deol.