Then vs Now: How Bhumi Pednekar completely transformed herself after losing 32 kgs

Bhumi Pednekar turns 36 today. The actress has been constantly nailing it with her performances, and she often goes into the depths of the character's appearance. As she celebrates her birthday, here's a look back at her impressive transformation after Dum Lagake Haisha when she had shed off 32 kgs and dazzled into a diva. 

Updated On: 2025-07-18 02:51 PM IST

Compiled by : Athulya Nambiar

Bhumi Pednekar

Bhumi's drastic transformation added an intense diet; however, Bhumi and her love for food couldn't have been compromised. The actress had shared that she would have never deprived herself of eating anything

Bhumi shared that she had stopped having sugar completely during her diet. She said,  "I had ghee, butter, buttermilk, and the only thing I stopped having completely was sugar. But yes, I controlled my carbohydrate intake too."

Bhumi shared yet another tip on portion control, "I followed my regular diet, exercised portion control and was very particular about not binging. I had a cheat meal every five days."

Bhumi revealed that when it comes to weight loss, she only trusted her mother's tips and followed eating home-cooked meals strictly, which helped her with overall health as well

Bhumi vouched for cutting down sugar intake completely. She shared that it had been the best decision for her during her weight-loss journey 

Bhumi revealed having a sweet tooth. She shared how it was difficult for her to curb the sweet cravings, but then she opted for healthier options 

Apart from diet, Bhumi also focused on exercising regularly for the best results. She shared it was important to have a balance between both exercising and diet 

The actress also opened up about the importance of staying hydrated. She makes it a point to have 2 litres of water without fail

Bhumi opens up about adding water-rich vegetables and fruits to her diet to provide her with an ample amount of nutrients 

Indeed, Bhumi made a mark with not only showcasing body positivity with her debut but also proving that a transformation is possible

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