The actor, who lost a whopping 26 kgs in 5 months, shared his spectacular weight loss journey on Instagram.
Jaideep Ahlawat
, known for his performances in projects like ‘Paatal Lok’, ‘Raazi’, and ‘Jaane Jaan’, underwent a remarkable
physical transformation
for his role in the new movie ‘Maharaj’. His drastic physical transformation from a pot belly to a
6-pack
, for his role as the godman
Jadunath Maharaj
, has left the internet swooning. In a recent interview with Puja Talwar, the actor candidly shared that getting his new physique was rather ‘painful’.
Shedding light on the ‘challenging’
fitness journey
, Jaideep said that it took a toll on him both physically and mentally.
Speaking up about his 26Kg weightloss in just five months, he revealed that his transformation required immense dedication and perseverance. He expressed gratitude to his trainer, Prajwal Sir, director Sidharth P Malhotra, and everyone who believed in his ability to achieve this feat.
Shedding light on getting into the headspace of his character, he explained that ‘Maharaj’ viewed himself as superior to others. Convincing himself of this perspective and making it believable for the audience demanded considerable effort. He credited his director, writer, and costume designer for playing a crucial role in helping him achieve this authenticity.
Jaideep shared his
transformation journey
on Instagram, posting before-and-after pictures that showcased his remarkable weight loss—from 109.7 kg to 83 kg. His once-heavy frame had given way to a toned upper body and arms.
‘Maharaj’, is reportedly based on true events from pre-independence India. The film highlights the courage of
Karsandas Mulji
(played by Junaid Khan), a social reformer who challenged the status quo in a landmark legal battle.
