Vaibhav Raj Gupta on his physical transformation! Says I look good, I feel good
For his latest show Mandala Murders, actor
Vaibhav Raj Gupta
underwent a striking physical transformation—one that he says significantly boosted his confidence.
'This is the first time I went through a physical transformation,' Vaibhav shares.
'I was on a strict diet for eight months during the shoot. When you have a good body, you feel confident.
Even the stylists are excited to work with you because you can carry off anything!'
Reflecting on how far he has come, he adds, 'Before this show, I looked very different. I didn't go to the gym or follow any diet. But the transformation changed everything—your personality, your presence. You start getting noticed more.
There's a shift in your aura. You walk into a room and there's a new kind of energy. My health is good, I look good, and I feel good today.'
Best known for his role in the acclaimed series Gullak, Vaibhav has had a long and evolving journey in the industry. From minor roles—like playing a traffic signal boy in Noor—to now taking on meatier characters, it hasn't always been smooth sailing.
Speaking candidly about the early struggles, he recalls, 'When you're new and unaware of how things work, it's easy to be misled.
I was once promised a lead role, and during narration, they made it sound like an important character. But later, I found myself just standing in a crowd, cheering for the hero. That happens a lot in the beginning.'
Despite the setbacks, he harbours no resentment. 'I have gone through so much,' he says with a smile. 'But these are the experiences you learn from. I'm proud of my journey. Mumbai doesn't teach you anything directly—but it teaches you a lot about yourself: what kind of person you are, and the kind of artiste you can become.'
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