Ram Kapoor, a beloved name in Indian television and cinema, has finally broken his silence about his dramatic weight loss transformation. In a recent interview with filmmaker Farah Khan on her YouTube channel, the actor firmly clarified that his decision to shed kilos had nothing to do with bagging more roles in the industry.
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“I Did It for Myself, Not for Work” – Ram Kapoor
In the viral video conversation, Farah Khan visited Ram Kapoor’s South Mumbai residence along with her cook, Dilip. While marveling at Kapoor’s transformation, she inquired if the actor lost weight to revive or boost his acting career. Ram’s response was both honest and humble.
“My name is not Khan. Main size mein bada hoon ya chhota, kaam milta hai. Maine yeh kaam ke liye nahi kiya, career ke liye nahi kiya—apne liye kiya.”
(Whether I’m big or small, I get work. I didn’t do it for my career—I did it for myself.)
Kapoor further revealed that it was a promise he had made to himself upon turning 50. “I’ll never be a star. Some people get work even after they’ve proved everything. I’m not one of them, but that wasn’t the motivation.”
Wife Gautami on Ram’s Grueling Weight-Loss Journey
Ram’s wife, Gautami Kapoor, also joined the conversation and detailed how challenging the entire year had been for the family. According to her:
- Ram underwent 24-hour and 48-hour fasts
- They stopped socialising and ordering food altogether
- The journey was marked by discipline, consistency, and sacrifice
“There were no shortcuts. It was never about quick weight loss—it was about discipline. It affected all of us.”
Light Moments and Lavish Interiors
Beyond the intense health talk, Farah was wowed by the interiors of Ram and Gautami’s home—particularly their cinema room and a quirky lip-shaped chair in the bathroom. Kapoor, in turn, joked about Farah’s own lavish residence, saying:
“Farah Khan ka ghar shuru hota hai aur fir building khatam ho jaati hai par uska ghar khatam nahi hota.”
(Farah’s house starts and then the building ends, but her house still doesn’t end.)
To which Dilip humorously added, “Hum gareeb hain,” prompting Gautami to tease him about his six-bedroom bungalow in Bihar.
What’s Next for Ram and Farah?
- Ram Kapoor is currently starring in the web series ‘Mistry’ alongside Mona Singh, now streaming on JioHotstar.
- Farah Khan recently wrapped up hosting ‘Celebrity MasterChef’, judged alongside Vikas Khanna and Ranveer Brar, featuring stars like Tejasswi Prakash, Dipika Kakar, and Faisal Shaikh.
Ram Kapoor’s transformation is a testament to self-discipline and personal commitment, not industry expectations. His candidness has won hearts yet again, proving that real change begins with self-respect and determination—not public pressure.
By – Nikita