Ashnoor Kaur, Aashika Bhatia, Shehnaaz Gill and more celebrities who faced body weight problems
Many actors have openly discussed their personal struggles with body weight issues, offering inspiration through their fitness journeys and promoting body positivity. They have had to deal with fat shaming and many other judgements from society. Let’s take a look…
Ashnoor Kaur Currently seen in Bigg Boss 19, Ashnoor was called many names by Tanya Mittal and Neelam Giri. Salman Khan schooled the two contestants for the same. In the family week, Ashnoor broke down and shared her personal struggles because of medical issues.
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Ram Kapoor Best known for his roles in shows like Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, Ram Kapoor underwent a significant transformation, losing 55 kilograms in 18 months through intense dedication to fitness and prolonged fasting routines.
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Rupali Ganguly The Anupamaa actress faced body shaming after gaining 28 kilograms post-pregnancy. She spoke out about the criticism she faced from people who judged her weight gain as a new mother.
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Shehnaaz Gill Rising to fame through Bigg Boss, Shehnaaz Gill's weight loss journey from "fat to fab" was achieved in a short span of six months, inspiring many of her fans. She has been open about facing body shaming and dealing with a thyroid condition that contributed to weight issues earlier in her career.
Bharti Singh The popular comedian shared her relatable weight loss journey, where she dropped from 91 kg to 76 kg. She credits intermittent fasting, specifically not eating after 7 PM, while still enjoying her favourite foods in moderation. She has previously shared facing body shaming and dealing with weight-related health issues like borderline diabetes and asthma.
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Divyanka Tripathi The Yeh Hai Mohabbatein actress put on a lot of weight, especially after an injury that left her in a wheelchair for a period. She later lost close to 10 kilograms during her time on Nach Baliye 8.
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Rohit Bose Roy The actor revealed he hit a low point in 2017 when he was out of shape, with a belly and double chin that "left [him] aghast". He took control by giving up alcohol, sugar, and fried food and incorporating dedicated cardio and weight training into his routine.
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Vahbiz Dorabjee The actress has been a vocal advocate for body positivity after facing criticism for her weight gain due to a health condition. She emphasised that being fit is important, but accepting one's body type is equally crucial.
Aashika Bhatia Known for her roles in shows like Kuch Rang Pyaar Ke Aise Bhi, Aashika lost a significant amount of weight after facing online trolling and body shaming. She responded to haters with a powerful before-and-after video showing her transformation.
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Varun Sood The reality TV personality was bullied for being fat during his school life. He transformed himself into a fit athlete, showcasing his journey as proof that hard work and consistency pay off.
![Shehnaaz Gill Rising to fame through Bigg Boss, Shehnaaz Gill's weight loss journey from "fat to fab" was achieved in a short span of six months, inspiring many of her fans. She has been open about facing body shaming and dealing with a thyroid condition that contributed to weight issues earlier in her career.](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/11/20251118083705_Shehnaaz-Gill.jpg "Shehnaaz Gill Rising to fame through Bigg Boss, Shehnaaz Gill's weight loss journey from "fat to fab" was achieved in a short span of six months, inspiring many of her fans. She has been open about facing body shaming and dealing with a thyroid condition that contributed to weight issues earlier in her career.")
![Rohit Bose Roy The actor revealed he hit a low point in 2017 when he was out of shape, with a belly and double chin that "left [him] aghast". He took control by giving up alcohol, sugar, and fried food and incorporating dedicated cardio and weight training into his routine.](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/11/20251118083144_Rohit-Bose.jpg "Rohit Bose Roy The actor revealed he hit a low point in 2017 when he was out of shape, with a belly and double chin that "left [him] aghast". He took control by giving up alcohol, sugar, and fried food and incorporating dedicated cardio and weight training into his routine.")
