In a world where celebrity moments come and go in the blink of an eye, some stars stay with you—etched into memory through unforgettable performances and sheer presence. Helen, one of Bollywood’s most beloved icons, is one such figure. Known for lighting up the screen in films like Howrah Bridge (1958), Don (1978), and Sholay (1975), she’s now winning hearts again—not on the big screen, but in the gym.
Helen jumps on trampoline at 85
At 85, Helen is proving age is just a number. In a video recently shared by celebrity fitness trainer Yasmin Karachiwala, she’s seen doing Pilates, jumping on a trampoline, and moving with the same grace that made her a legend.
“Hi, I am a girl of 85, and because of Pilates,” Helen says with a wide smile at the start of the video. Yasmin captioned the post: “At 85, Helen Khan is doing things most wouldn’t even try. From climbing stairs without a cane to trampoline jumps and dancing on Monica Oh My Darling—she’s just unstoppable. Living proof that Pilates keeps you young!”
The video shows Helen bouncing on a trampoline, clearly enjoying herself. She jokingly mentions “Bending it like Beckham” before moving on to one of the toughest exercises of her routine. With Yasmin’s help, she smoothly does sit-ups using a gym ball and a pull-up machine, showing surprising strength and balance.
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Yasmin also points out that Helen doesn’t struggle with everyday tasks that usually become difficult with age—things like getting up from a chair or walking up the stairs.
And just when you think she’s done, Helen bursts into dance to Piya Tu Ab Toh Aja—the iconic number from Caravan (1971) where she played Monica. It’s a moment that feels both nostalgic and joyful, as if time hasn’t touched her spirit at all.
More than a fitness video, it’s a celebration of a woman who continues to live life on her own terms—with style, humour, and heart.