Did R Madhavan Just Take Dig At Superstars For Digital De-Ageing On Screen? ‘I Don’t Think I Have Budget…’

Did R Madhavan Just Take Dig At Superstars For Digital De-Ageing On Screen? 'I Don't Think I Have Budget...'

At the trailer launch of his upcoming Netflix film Aap Jaisa Koi, R Madhavan humourously addressed accusations regarding looking young on screen. While many may assume that Madhavan’s youthful look is a result of advanced technology, he attributes it to a disciplined approach to diet and exercise. He explained that his journey towards fitness began during the filming of Saala Khadoos in 2016. During that time, he consulted various dieticians but struggled to find a method that resonated with him. Ultimately, he adopted a straightforward philosophy – ‘Input is equal to output. Stop eating, and you鈥檒l get slim.’ This advice led him to focus on intuitive eating, consuming food only when genuinely hungry. Therefore, at the trailer launch of Aap Jaisa Koi, Madhavan opened up about his secret. He said, “They鈥檝e all been accusing me of de-ageing, but I don鈥檛 think I have the budget for that. It hasn鈥檛 happened.” He added, “When I went to train for Saala Khadoos, I consulted numerous dieticians and several people who advised me on how to lose weight and get fit, what diet to follow, what time to eat, and so on… but I couldn’t find anyone I truly resonated with.” “Then I met an old timer, jaise hote hai na Akhara me (like the ones we see in an Akhara)…I told him I really want to look like a boxer. Tell me what kind of diet I should take. He said input is equal to output. Khaana band karo patle ho jaoge. (Stop eating. You’ll get slim).” Madhavan鈥檚 comments sparked discussions regarding his potential references to fellow actors Aamir Khan and Salman Khan, both of whom have openly discussed their use of de-ageing technology in films. Aamir has previously remarked on the advantages of VFX for portraying younger characters, while Salman has been rumoured to have utilised similar techniques, although he has not commented on the matter directly. ALSO READ – Aap Jaisa Koi Trailer OUT: R Madhavan, Fatima Challenge Patriarchy With ‘Baraabari Waala Pyaar’; WATCH About Aap Jaisa Koi As the film Aap Jaisa Koi, which stars Fatima Sana Shaikh alongside Madhavan, gears up for its release on July 11, 2025, audiences are eager to see how the film presents its unique narrative. The film promises a slice-of-life story filled with relatable compromises, showcasing the real aspects of human relationships while challenging patriarchy.

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