Actress Vidya Balan has urged children to indulge in physical activities.

"In today's scenario, outdoor activities have become limited for children as most of the time they are busy on either a smartphone or other gadgets. Kids should participate in outdoor activities rather than sitting at home and playing games on gadgets," Vidya said in a statement. Nandamuri Balakrishna's NTR Biopic Also Starring Vidya Balan to be Renamed Kathanayakudu; Release Planned in January 2019.

Vidya along with actor Tusshar Kapoor is associated with Juniorthon, a fitness carnival for children. Extending support to the initiative, Tusshar said: "Juniorthon is a well-thought concept. I am glad they are doing something for the kids. This initiative is a great measure to motivate all the kids for physical activities."

The annual event aims to promote running as an active lifestyle for children and their families. Its fourth season will commence from December 23. Mission Mangal: Vidya Balan Begins Shooting With Sanjay Kapoor for the Movie - See Pic.

Vidya will be next seen in NTR biopic down south and Mission Mangal with Akshay Kumar, Taapsee Pannu, Sonakshi Sinha, Sharman Joshi, Kirti Kulhari and Nithya Menon. While Tushar is gearing up for his web series debut.

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