From Heavy Roles to Healthy Goals: Ram Kapoor Weighs In on Smriti Irani’s Transformation

Actor Ram Kapoor, known for his legendary TV characters and dramatic weight loss makeover, recently spoke openly about Smriti Irani's weight and TV success story. In an interview with Humans of Bombay, Kapoor explained how he and Irani both struggled with body issues in their profession, only to achieve humongous success.

 

Key Points:

 

•⁠  ⁠Real-Life Concerns: Ram Kapoor, previously around 140 kg, confessed to the problems that actors face when they fail to live up to the standards of traditional beauty. He complimented Smriti Irani on her triumph, stating, "She was my size as a woman and probably more successful than me.".

 

•⁠  ⁠Character-Driven Transformation: Kapoor continued to state that Irani's weight gain yearly on Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi was intentional, and her character's transformation from wife to grandmother. "She allowed herself to gain weight. Had she remained in television, she would have weighed more than me. She stopped because she ventured into politics and is doing well," he added.

 

•⁠  ⁠Industry Paradigms: Kapoor noted that while both of them would have been stars even if they were overweight, the industry cares more about the shape of the actors now.

 

•⁠  ⁠Mutual Respect: Kapoor had respect for Irani's professionalism and courage, pointing out that she was "staying true to her character" and that they both succeeded by focusing on work and not looks.

 

Prediction: Ram Kapoor's candid confessions brought to the fore the evolving pressures of show business, accepting talent and authenticity over physique. Both actors are role models, showing that success is not a question of size but of dedication and authenticity.

 

Sources: Indian Express, Times of India, BollywoodShaadis