Krishna Shroff unfiltered! 5 untold stories about the fitness icon powering India’s MMA revolution

Krishna Shroff has built her reputation as one of India's foremost fitness icons and a driving force behind the country's MMA movement. But there are many things beyond her role as a fitness entrepreneur, fashion maven and a reality TV star.

As she celebrates turning another year older, she spills some unknown facts about herself that rarely make headlines. And everything from guilty pleasures to alternate career fantasies and the principles that guide her every day, are covered here. 

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1. Her Guilty Pleasure Will Surprise You

Everyone knows Krishna for her disciplined lifestyle and dedication to fitness, but even she has her weak spots. When asked about that one indulgence that makes her feel like a regular person, she reveals candidly, "I could eat Nutella straight out of the jar and finish the entire thing in one sitting." It's refreshing to know that even the most disciplined fitness icon amongst us has her kryptonite, and it happens to be a yummy chocolate hazelnut spread.

2. The Career Path No One Saw Coming

If fitness and MMA had never entered Krishna's life, where would she be today? Her answer reveals a completely different side to her personality. "I would train myself to become a travel and food vlogger, even though I'm terrible at picking up the camera myself and documenting things because that would involve two of my absolute favorite things in the entire world, travel and food!" It's a delightful glimpse into what drives her beyond the gym - exploration, culture, and yes, more food.

3. Why She's Never Considered Giving Up

While many assume Krishna's fitness journey has been smooth sailing, she admits there have been challenging moments. "There are multiple times I maybe feel like I need a break from it and need to take some time off, but I've never felt like entirely giving up on it because it's what shaped me into the person I am today and given me a strong identity," she shares. What keeps her going? The impact. "It's the one thing that's helped me reach out to numerous people across the world and made a difference in not just my own life, but someone else's too. It's the most gratifying thing I have and what a privilege it is." It's this sense of purpose that has sustained her through every doubt.

4. Building the Ecosystem Over Personal Glory

Krishna has been instrumental in bringing MMA to India, yet she's never stepped into the ring herself. Was this a conscious decision? "It takes a very special individual to actually get in there and do what these guys and girls do as well as a lifetime of discipline and hard work… It's definitely been tempting, but I think I'm maybe two decades too late to consider it now," she cheekily adds. Rather than seeking the spotlight herself, Krishna finds fulfillment in creating opportunities for others. "I enjoy the sport so much and have the utmost respect for the athletes, so to be able to create something for them in order to shine is a feeling of great achievement for me." 

5. The One Rule She Lives By

When it comes to fitness, business, and life, Krishna follows one principle religiously. "Motivation isn't important without discipline. Motivation comes and goes, but discipline stays. Discipline is what pushes me to do the things I don't necessary feel like doing that will better me as a person both in my personal and professional lives. Discipline is key." It's this unwavering commitment to showing up, even when the initial excitement fades, that has made Krishna the force she is today, both in the gym and in the boardroom.

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As Krishna Shroff celebrates another trip around the sun, it's clear that her success isn't just about genetics or privilege. It's about choices, discipline, and a genuine desire to create impact.