India’s Favorite Social Media Influencer MissMalini Spills All Her Success Secrets On Women Fitness!

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

What or who has been the greatest motivation behind starting MissMalini.com?

Ms. Malini Agarwal:

I originally started the blog as a hobby. Kind of like my personal journal on the Internet. Well before “blogging” was even a “thing” in India. My idea, I think, was subconsciously sparked by the various incidents I had experienced growing up all over the world as a “diplobrat” (my father was a diplomat in the Indian Foreign Service.) Like back in the 5th grade in Greece someone once asked me if I had an elephant that I rode to school? I said no, but thought *damn, that would be cool!* (Dear Santa, please note.) Over the years I realised that Internationally, people’s impression of India tends to come from the villages and poverty they saw frequently on the Discovery Channel and later from the movie Slumdog Millionaire. But nobody was talking about the young India I have lived in for the last 20 years since my father retired. One filled with enterprise and evolution – with glamour and fashion on a mind-boggling scale. There was no home grown voice in entertainment that was speaking to the global millennial about all the things we love. Whether it was what Bollywood songs to dance to at your best friend’s wedding or the latest in pop culture and International and Indian brands to buy. So I decided that I wanted to be that voice and obviously, I love to write. 🙂

I of course could never have propelled this personal blog into a full fledged business without my co-founders Nowshad Rizwanullah (CEO) and Mike Melli (CRO) and their constant advice, support and belief. Not to mention the insane amounts of hard work, which is why we are where we are today!

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

Since your profession requires you to travel extensively, what are your Top 5 Tips to stay fresh and high on energy?

Ms. Malini Agarwal:

1. Drink LOTS of water! It will help your jet lag and your skin.
2. Take naps when you can. I’m one of those lucky people who can sleep on planes, trains, automobiles, anywhere. Catch up on those Z’s!
3. Carry a mosturizer and lip balm on long flights and use regularly so you don’t end up with chapped skin. Especially when flying to cold climates which can be painful.
4. Take some airport style inspiration from your favorite Bollywood stars who wear trendy tracks and sneakers when they travel, pair those with lose fitted tee’s and sweatshirts. Keeping it cool but comfy always!
5. Destress! Use your flight time to relax, watch movies, read a book and clear your mind. You finally have some uninterrupted “me” time; spend it well!

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

You have done 1 season of the “Inside Access with MissMalini” where you meet several celebrities and do a lot of fun stuff together. How has the experience been? Share with us one of the most memorable moment from the show.

Ms. Malini Agarwal:

The show Inside Access has been a total blast and I can’t wait to start season 2! Some of my most memorable experiences were getting a lesson in how to serve the ball from tennis ace Sania Mirza. Learning a dance move, booty shake from Shahid Kapoor. Waiting till 4am (totally worth it!) for Shah Rukh Khan to tell me what his guilty pleasure is! (Junk food, hahaha!) And the one I will NEVER forget, interviewing Chris Martin from Coldplay and looking into his gorgeous blue eyes!

Ms. Namita Nayyar:

What do you wish to say about the website Womenfitness.net and message for its visitors?

Ms. Malini Agarwal:

I think in a world where we are always racing around and often forget to spend any time taking care of our bodies it is wonderful to have a resource like WomenFitness.net that shares valuable advice and interesting content related to fitness, health and lifestyle. In fact you’re inspiring me to do the same thing and take a look at my eating and workout habits. So thank you for that. Take care of your bodies ladies, it’s where you live!

Check out her social media links:

• https://twitter.com/missmalini
• https://www.facebook.com/missmaliniblog
• https://www.instagram.com/missmalini/

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