Jr NTR stunned fans with his lean new look in Dragon after losing 15 kilos in four months. Director Prashanth Neel revealed the actor followed a strict workout and diet routine for the transformation.
The first glimpse of Dragon was released on Jr NTR’s birthday and quickly became a huge talking point online. Fans were surprised to see the actor in a completely different mass avatar. His intense screen presence, body language, and lean appearance have raised excitement levels for the upcoming action film.
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Jr NTR Lost 15 Kilos for the Role
Director Prashanth Neel recently shared details about NTR’s physical transformation for the movie. According to him, the actor lost nearly 15 kilos in just four months to prepare for his role. The transformation was done for an assassin character that reportedly has darker and negative shades.
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Prashanth Neel Reveals NTR’s Dedication
Prashanth Neel explained that he had only suggested NTR lose a little weight during a look test held nearly a year and a half ago. However, the actor took the suggestion very seriously and disappeared for months to focus entirely on fitness and training.
The director admitted that NTR became so thin at one point that he himself asked the actor to slow down. Despite concerns from people around him, NTR remained focused on achieving the perfect look for the role.
The drastic weight loss reportedly worried NTR’s family and close friends. Prashanth Neel revealed that the actor’s wife, mother, and friends were upset seeing his transformation and even requested him to stop. Still, NTR stayed committed to the process and continued following his strict fitness routine.
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Strict Workout and Diet Plan
NTR’s former trainer Kumar Mannava later shared details about the actor’s routine. The focus was not just on weight loss but also on making his body leaner, faster, and more agile for action scenes. The training included functional workouts, cardio sessions, and controlled exercises lasting up to 90 minutes daily.
Along with workouts, NTR also followed a disciplined diet plan and reduced heavy protein intake. His dedication and hard work have now impressed fans, who are praising the actor’s commitment to transforming himself for Dragon.