Actor Rohit Roy just lately shared insights into the drastic measures he took to arrange for his function in the 2007 movie ‘Shootout at Lokhandwala‘, revealing the bodily and psychological toll it took on him.
Speaking on Cyrus Broacha’s YouTube channel, Rohit admitted to following an extreme water-solely food regimen that resulted in him losing 16 kilograms in simply 25 days. Reflecting on the expertise, he described it as “dangerous and stupid” and vowed by no means to try such an method once more.
“I had to look emaciated for the role, so I went on a water diet. It was really intense, and I lost 16 kgs in 25-26 days,” he disclosed. While the transformation helped him obtain the specified look for his character, Rohit acknowledged the numerous dangers concerned.
“It is dangerous for the organs. That’s why I called it stupid. I’ve heard stories of actors in Hollywood who have followed similar diets, and some have even died as a result.”
The actor additionally emphasised the psychological challenges of sustaining an altered physique. “To get out of the diet is also a struggle. It plays on your mind because you look a certain way while following it, and then you want to look like that forever. But nobody can maintain that look forever,” he defined.
Rohit cautioned followers towards blindly following health routines they see on social media, highlighting the curated nature of superstar posts. “I always say, don’t go by my Instagram account; I’m putting my best version there,” he mentioned, urging individuals to give attention to sustainable and wholesome approaches to health.
Meanwhile Rohit’s earlier outing was ‘Metro….In Dino’.
