The details of the transformation of billionaire Anant Ambani, whose wedding was watched by the whole world, have become known. Photos before and after losing 108 kg

The grand wedding of billionaire businessman Mukesh Ambani's son, Anant Ambani, to billionaire Sri Viren Merchant's daughter, Radhika Merchant, made headlines for several reasons, from the $600 million budget to the endless outfits the newlyweds wore. Although hundreds of photos document the celebration, which began in March, many viewers may not have even known about the groom's pre-wedding transformation.

In the past, Anant has struggled with a number of health issues, from asthma to steroid use to obesity. At his heaviest weight, the 29-year-old weighed 208 kg, but he lost 108 kg through healthy eating and exercise before he gained it back due to asthma medication, HELLO writes.

Drastic weight loss

Ananth started his weight loss journey in 2014 before his 21st birthday. In 18 months, he lost 108 kg with the help of former security guard-turned-famous trainer Vinod Chann – who has also worked with Neeta Ambani and Bollywood stars.

The first priority was to fight his bad eating habits, replace junk food and a sedentary lifestyle with zero sugar, high protein, and low carbohydrate foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables, lentils, and legumes, and limit his calorie intake to 1200-1400 per day.

In terms of exercise, the trainer started with low-intensity exercises and 30-minute walks, which he increased to 21-kilometer walks, yoga, and strength training for up to five hours a day. Vinod admitted that it was "difficult" for him to manage Ananth's asthma, but noted that the billionaire had dedicated himself to health, reducing his weight to 88 kg.

Hidden health problems

By 2016, Anant was proudly showing off his newly toned physique, but his mother Nita explained to the Times of India in 2017 that Ambani's weight was affected by asthma, which was treated with steroids. They help control inflammation in the airways by calming the immune response that causes the airways to narrow and reduce swelling. However, side effects can include increased appetite and water retention, which can lead to weight gain.

The mother became her son's support on the way to a new lifestyle, joining him on his wellness journey. "Whatever he ate, I ate. Every time he played sports, I did exercises too. If he went for a walk, I went with him," Nita explained. "He was my main motivation, and we are still fighting obesity. So many children suffer from it, and mothers are embarrassed to admit the problem."

Weight gain

On his then-girlfriend Radhika Merchant's birthday in 2020, Anant showed off a fuller figure. His appearance reportedly changed due to a poor diet and a pause in exercise during the quarantine.

In the months that followed, Anant missed several public appearances, including Reliance Industries' 44th Annual General Meeting in June 2021, shortly after he was appointed as the managing director of the board of Reliance New Energy Solar. The newly minted board director of the company hasn't spoken about his wellness journey recently, but he seemed to be in high spirits as he enjoyed a series of wedding celebrations with Radhika in 2024.

Anant looked gorgeous at their pre-wedding ceremony in a custom-made bandh gala suit with blue and gold embroidery, followed by their Hindu ceremony, where he wore a red and gold suit.

Earlier, OBOZ.UA wrote about the pre-wedding ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. The official part was attended by many celebrities, including former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, sisters Kim and Khloe Kardashian, wrestler John Cena, and even Russians. However, it later became known that the holiday was financed with blood money, as the groom's father actively cooperates with the occupiers. 

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