From Anant Ambani to Devendra Fadnavis, these famous people went from fat to fit

Devendra Fadnavis, Anant Ambani and these other famous personalities followed rigorous exercise and diet schedules to shed all the extra flab. Take a look at their inspiring weight loss journeys

Updated On: 2019-07-22 10:50 AM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has not always been at his fittest. The young leader has always struggled with weight-related issues. In 2015, he weighed nearly 122 kg, but after following a disciplined routine his weight has now dropped down

For those wondering about Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis' recent slim and trim appearance, Fadnavis' diet involves a mix of vegetarian (paneer, lentils) and non-vegetarian (chicken, fish). His carbs come from bhakri, chapati or wholewheat bread. His sources of fibre are green vegetables and low-glycemic fruits like pomegranate, apple, jamun etc

Industrialist Mukesh Ambani's son, Anant Ambani lost nearly 108 kilograms in a period of 18 months. His weight loss story is one of grit and sheer will power. Anant Ambani was often ridiculed for his appearance, with many blaming his privileged upbringing. Anant's condition was aggravated by his medical condition - chronic asthma. The medication he took, led to 'medicine induced-obesity'. Lots of late nights, bad eating habits and lifestyle issues ensured that the weight stayed put on Ambani

Inspired and motivated by his family, Anant Ambani decided to take his first steps towards getting fit. Anant's progress was monitored by celebrity trainer Vinod Channa. Being diabetic and asthmatic, his fitness levels was supervised by Dr. Andre Chimone. Anant's fitness routine was a mix of cardio, yoga, functional training and strength training.Right before his 21st birthday, Anant Ambani was able to achieve the unthinkable. He reached a weight of 100 kilogrammes, and ended up weighing less than the weight he lost

BJP leader Kirron Kher was not at her healthy best several months back. Politics and her acting schedule seemed to pile on the weight on her

Kirron Kher followed healthier eating habits to shed almost 30 kgs. Her weight loss journey was an inspiration to many. However, she credits her weight loss to home-cooked meals and extremely busy schedule

Former Chairman of Film and Television Institute of India and actor Anupam Kher was not at his fittest best. However, his wife, Kirron Kher's weight loss journey inspired him to do more. Pic/AFP

Instead of the treadmill, Anupam Kher used to take a walk on the street. He walked for, at least, an hour every day and took 10,000 steps daily. He used to do some light exercises. He switched to eating home-cooked meals, a practice which he and his wife religiously follow Pic/AFP

Sapna Vyas Patel is the daughter of a prominent Gujarat politician. The once unfit young woman, decided to turn her body around with strict excercise. Pic/Youtube

Sapna Vyas Patel's claim to fame was that she had lost 33 kgs in record time to move from fat to fit. She has since been sharing popular tips on weight loss on social media

Union Home Minister Amit Shah's health was a victim of his busy schedules and late-night meetings. Sources say Amit Shah suffers from diabetes and well-wishers always advised him to lose weight

Union Home Minister Amit Shah's health was a victim of his busy schedules and late-night meetings. Sources say Amit Shah suffers from diabetes and well-wishers always advised him to lose weight

Sheer determination helped Amit Shah shed 20 kgs through diet and exercise. Amit Shah has early dinner. He has reduced his sugar intake, has a healthy breakfast and goes for a morning walk daily.

Randeep Hooda's sister, Anjali Hooda's weight touched 200 pounds due to unhealthy eating habits and long study sessions during medicals school

It was in 2006 that Anjali Hooda realised the amount of weight she had gained. When she went to the USA for her Medical Residency Program she weighed 90 kilograms or 200 pounds. Her focus on losing weight and desire to find a sustainable solution to healthy weight loss led Anjali to do her Fellowship in Obesity Medicine and Clinical Nutrition. It was during all this training that Anjali lost 35 Kilograms or 77 pounds

Anant Ambani's elder brother, Akash Ambani also struggled with weight issues. Pic/Youtube

Change in eating habits and cardiovascular training helped Akash Ambani reduce his weight drastically. Pic/AFP

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