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Ronit Roy shares how he lost 8 kgs in 2 months at 59 to play Prithviraj Chauhan's father: Martial arts to intense cardio

Published on: Jun 3, 2025, 20:59:32 IST
Ronit Roy loses 8 kilos for the role in Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan. (Instagram)
Ronit Roy loses 8 kilos for the role in Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan. (Instagram)
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Actor Ronit Roy lost 8 kgs in two months through a strict fitness routine, combining strength training, cardio, and martial arts to embody King Someshwar.

Actor Ronit Roy recently revealed his impressive physical transformation, shedding a remarkable 8 kilos for his upcoming show Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan. At 59, the actor has undergone a disciplined fitness journey to step into the role of King Someshwar, the father of Prithviraj Chauhan. Here's a look at how he achieved this inspiring weight loss. (Also read: Weight loss coach who dropped 20 kgs shares 5 morning routine for faster fat loss )

How Ronit Roy lost 8 kgs

Speaking about the transformation, Ronit said, “To do justice to a character of such stature and legacy, I knew I had to go beyond just understanding his emotional journey, I had to physically transform myself to embody the strength, discipline, and royal bearing that a king demands.”

Roy admitted that while the process was extremely demanding, it was equally rewarding. He shared, "It's been an exhausting but incredibly fulfilling process. The goal was not to just look at the part but to feel it in every scene. I hope the audience feels the same power and pride that I did while bringing this magnificent character to life."

About Ronit Roy

Ronit Roy, born on October 11, 1965, in Nagpur, Maharashtra, is a renowned Indian actor and assistant director. He is best known for his performances in films like Udaan (2010), 2 States (2014), and Kaabil (2017). He is married to Neelam Singh, and the couple has two children.

 
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