Actor and mother of two, Neha Dhupia, is making headlines for her significant weight loss — shedding 23 kilos in one year. The actor reveals that her weight-loss transformation has not only impacted her physical well-being but also rejuvenated her career.

“I feel so much better, especially in a profession where physical appearance matters a great deal. But, I have always embraced who I am,” she reflects. Despite the push for inclusivity, there’s still a preference for fit actors. “Professionally, I’ve noticed an increase in offers, and I feel and look better in my clothes,” Dhupia says.

The 43-year-old reveals that each of her pregnancies led to a substantial weight gain — around 23–25 kgs — well above the typical 17 kgs mark.

“After Mehr (her daughter, born in 2018), we went into lockdown. I eventually lost the weight as we were at home, and I could work on a deficit (diet). I lost that weight, but then I got pregnant again [this time with my son Guriq, born in 2021],” she explains. “It was a crazy span of four years, where I lost and put on weight time and again.”

Dhupia shares that her weight-loss journey didn’t start immediately after delivery: “I breastfed both my children for a year, which kept my appetite high and energy levels low. It wasn’t until a year ago that I really committed to exercise and a proper diet, shedding a total of 23 kgs since then.”

Discussing her regimen, she explains, “I enjoy running and occasionally hit the gym. I’ve cut out sugar, fried foods and gluten.”