Hemant Kher, known for his role as Ashwini Mehta in the hit web series Scam 1992 has revealed his weight loss transformation pictures on social media. The actor left everyone stunned with a 'New Me' physique on his Instagram handle. Along with the post, he wrote, "Here are glimpses of NEW ME! The process of losing weight is a joyful phenomenon! I am experiencing it every day! And the journey is on ! I would like to thank a lot of people for guiding and supporting me on this journey!" Onlymyhealth exclusively spoke to actor Hemant Kher regarding his weight loss journey. Read further to know more about his diet, exercise schedule and much more.
What was your motivation to start a weight loss journey?
The Scam 1992 actor said, "Because of my work earlier, I had put on a lot of weight. When I got an oppourtunity to become an actor after Scam 1992, I thought if I work on my physique, then I will get more different kind of roles and offers as well. Since the last 3 years, I was looking for the right time to start my fitness journey. And in December, I found it! I was always honest, regular and hardworking. Never missed gym or cheat on diet in the past 90 days. I even used to go twice sometimes. I used to play sports and liked exercising."
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When asked if he was always into fitness, Hemant said, "In 2008, I met with an accident due to which my legs were damaged. In fact, my elbow and ribs were also fractured. I had to went through a 9-10 hours long surgery, after which the recovery period alone was for around 6 months to get back on my feet. I started cycling and started playing badminton with the motivation that I have to get back on the normal track. In fact, I joined the gym also 3-4 months back on 24th December. The accident made me weak in between but now I know I have do it at any cost.
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How do you manage cravings?
No, I don't have any cravings at all. I am enjoying this process so much, that I do not realise these things. After eating an unhealthy diet all my life, I am more happy that I am not eating such foods. It feels so good to look at my body and finding new muscles everyday. It is a spiritual journey and I am loving it.
Hemant Kher's weight loss diet
"More than changes, I made additions to my diet as guided by my gym instructor as well. I have adopted the habit of drinking two glasses of water in the morning as soon as I wake up. Earlier, I used to have Gujarati delicacies along with tea for breakfast. And now, I try eating good fats such as apricots, dates and raisins along with a glass of milk. Post this meal, I take black coffee and an apple. Additionally, between all these meals, I drink plenty of water," he said.
The Rudra actor further added, "Then, I visit the gym, post which protein shake is mandatory. For lunch, I eat brown rice, vegetables and lentils. I am not very fond of chicken so I don't consume it frequently. However, I do eat eggs twice a day. Peanuts and fruits are my evening snacks. At night, salads, soups and protein shake are my go to meals, but that too before 7-7:30 pm. Alcohol is also completely restricted and I don't drink."
Talking about continuing to lose weight and maintaining it, he mentioned, "The pictures everyone saw on Instagram, I am very grateful for the appreciation. However, this is not even 25% of what I want to achieve, but it is just the beginning. This is going to be my lifestyle forever now. Change the perspective! Most people take this as hardwork but instead it is a happy work. Being an actor, it is a happy work that would give me a great body and looks. There is nothing hard about it, which is why I am enjoying it a lot."
Thanking his wife for all the support, he said, "In Rudra I was very fat and that too for a scene in the film. I wanted to start my fitness journey before the shooting but had to start post the release. It was not difficult to manage diet and exercise with my hectic schedule, and thanks to my wife for the same. I am thankful to her for my transformation as she was a help and support in everything. Even if I didn't have my tiffin, would still avoiding eating unhealthy foods on shoot."
On the professional front, Hemant Kher is known for playing the role of Ashwin Mehta, Harshad Mehta’s brother in the popular web series Scam 1992 on Sony Liv. His acting in the show was applauded and received amazing response from the audience. Recently, he was a part of the Ajay Devgn-starrer Rudra: The Edge Of Darkness and was praised for his incredible on-screen performance.