What I Truly Loved Was How This Trek Became the Perfect Blend of Adventure, Fitness and Inner Peace: Amal Sehrawat

Actor Amal Sehrawat, who has been part of films like Sarkar 3 and Satya 2, recently went on a trek with his family. The trek turned out to be a wholesome experience for Amal and his loved ones.

 

 

Sharing more about it, he says,

“The best escape from this scorching summer was the Grahan Trek in Kasol. Our original plan was to attempt the Sar Pass Trek, which is at a much higher altitude, but nature had other plans for us. Due to rough weather conditions, we had to return from Grahan itself.”

He adds,

“Nonetheless, the Grahan Trek turned out to be an equally thrilling and challenging experience. It is a steep trek of nearly 12 kilometres, and carrying a 10 kg backpack throughout the journey made it even more demanding. The trek took us two nights to complete, and on the third day, we climbed our way back. What I truly loved was how this trek became the perfect blend of adventure, fitness and inner peace. I genuinely feel that no gym session can match this kind of natural workout. Surrounded by mountains, rivers and fresh air, my soul felt revived while my body got one of the toughest workouts ever. The sense of bliss and achievement after completing the trek was absolutely priceless.”

The idea of a family trek was initiated by Amal’s young son, Krishay. He says,

“I am extremely grateful to and proud of my son Krishay and his friend for planning such an adventurous and truly rewarding trip for the entire family. It gave us a much-needed break from our hectic daily schedules and took us back to the lap of Mother Nature, where I once again realised how tiny we are in comparison to this beautiful universe.

 

One of the most enriching parts of the trek was meeting so many new people from different age groups, different walks of life and various parts of India. It gave me an opportunity to completely de-stress in nature, make new friends and understand different perspectives and mindsets.

What makes me even happier is that, at such a young age, my son and his friend have developed a genuine interest in outdoor adventures rather than spending all their time on screens or video games. The way they planned the entire trip independently—right from researching the trek and tracking every minor and major detail to managing all the bookings on their own—made me feel extremely proud and emotional as a father. It showed a wonderful sense of responsibility, confidence and maturity in them.”

Talking about the challenges during the trek, Amal says,

“The trek began on a very energetic and positive note. Initially, the challenges were more physical in nature—carrying heavy backpacks and climbing steep, rough mountain terrain. But as they say, there’s always another side to the coin. Every bit of exhaustion felt worthwhile because of the breathtaking beauty around us.

Trekking alongside the gushing Parvati River with its crystal-clear water and witnessing unique plants and flowers of different shapes and sizes for the very first time made the entire experience magical. Our first major halt was at Grahan Village, where we stayed with local villagers, enjoyed authentic local food and even sang folk songs together till midnight. It was such a raw and beautiful cultural experience that city life rarely offers.

 

However, the real challenge began the next morning when the weather suddenly turned harsh. Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and extreme cold conditions forced us to stay indoors, and we were strongly advised not to step out. A power cut eventually took away Wi-Fi connectivity, and soon our phone batteries also died. Surprisingly, what initially felt inconvenient turned into one of the most beautiful parts of the trip, as it gave us more time for genuine human conversations and deeper connections without screens or distractions.”

The whole group spent that night in Grahan Village, hoping the weather would improve so they could continue their trek further into the mountains. But Mother Nature had different plans. The weather conditions worsened in the upper regions, forcing the group to climb down with countless memories, valuable experiences and a renewed respect for nature.

Amal also shares his deep thoughts on nature and says,

“I have been a nature lover since childhood, but this trek gave me an opportunity to connect with Mother Nature on a much deeper level. Surrounded by rivers, dense trees, sunlight, mountains and even thunderstorms, I experienced the beauty and importance of every natural element so closely.

Walking beside the flowing Parvati River, breathing fresh mountain air and witnessing nature change its moods every few hours made me realise how powerfully nature influences our own emotions and thoughts as well. The calmness of the river brought peace, the sunlight brought positivity, while the thunderstorms reminded us of nature’s strength and unpredictability. In today’s fast-paced life, reconnecting with nature is probably one of the best ways to reconnect with ourselves.”

Mr. Bhuvan, an eight-time ski champion, was the trek leader. His vast experience with mountains and adventure expeditions was one of the main reasons Krishay and his friend chose him to lead the trek.

Amal says,

“During the journey, we realised that apart from being an exceptionally skilled and experienced leader, Mr. Bhuvan was also a very kind-hearted and empathetic human being. His calm nature, guidance and concern for everyone’s safety made the entire experience even more comfortable and memorable for us. Spending those days together amidst nature created a very special bond, and by the end of the trek, we were not just a trekking group anymore—we had all become good friends.”