Aamir Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Sanya Malhotra's biographical sports drama film 'Dangal' turned 6 today. Hence, to delve into the awe-inspiring physical metamorphosis that Aamir Khan underwent to portray the iconic character of Mahavir Singh Phogat.
In the film, Aamir portrayed two distinct phases of Mahavir Singh Phogat’s life: the 60-year-old wrestler and the vigorous 20-year-old version. Reportedly, the actor gained a staggering 30 kilograms, reaching a weight of 98 kilograms. Scenes where Khan sported a protruding belly, constituting 80 percent of the movie, were shot first.
The report further stated that Khan shed the acquired weight to convincingly portray the younger Phogat. Starting at 98 kilograms with a body fat percentage of 37, Khan meticulously engaged in a four-month-long regimen that saw his body fat drop to 18.15 percent.
Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, 'Dangal' was released in the year 2016. Starring actor Aamir Khan in the lead role, the film was declared a blockbuster hit and is one of the highest-grossing Indian films.
Meanwhile, Aamir was last seen in the family entertainer film 'Laal Singh Chaddha', which failed to impress the audience at the box office.