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Naseeruddin Shah's Fitness Secret Revealed: How He Built His Body Without Trainers

Director Sanjay Gupta recently shared an interesting story about Naseeruddin Shah's approach to fitness. He revealed how the veteran actor built his body long before fitness became a trending topic. During their film shoot in Goa, Gupta witnessed Shah following a simple yet effective diet routine. The actor would eat protein-rich tandoori pomfrets with rotis and vegetables without any professional trainers.

Key Points: Sanjay Gupta Reveals Naseeruddin Shah's Simple Fitness Routine

  • Naseeruddin Shah designed his own fitness routine without expert advice
  • His diet included protein-rich tandoori pomfrets and vegetables
  • This was before social media and fitness awareness became trends
  • Sanjay Gupta witnessed this during their Goa film shoot
  • Shah maintained discipline with simple roti-sabzi meals
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When Sanjay Gupta spoke about Naseeruddin Shah's simple yet effective fitness routine

Director Sanjay Gupta shares how Naseeruddin Shah built his body with homemade diet and simple workouts before fitness trends and whey protein era.

"We are not in the age of the Internet, we were not in the age of whey protein, body building, this and that - Sanjay Gupta"

Mumbai, Nov 9

Acting legend Naseeruddin Shah does everything with absolute conviction. He even took the fitness route sans any advice from fitness experts back in the day, and designed his own diet to stay fit.

A clip from the 'Cyrus Says' podcast shows director Sanjay Gupta narrating the story of the veteran actor's obsession with fitness at a time when fitness wasn't as much as in trend. The incident dates back to the time when social media, and the awareness around fitness weren't a thing.

Talking about the same, the director said, "We are not in the age of the Internet, we were not in the age of whey protein, body building, this and that. We just knew that Naseeruddin Shah is building his body. My job was to go and call the actor when the shot is ready".

He further mentioned, "We were shooting a major chunk in Goa. So, I had to go to his room every time. So, when I used to go there, after lunch, during lunch, I had seen them sitting there and there were like 3 giant tandoori pomfrets. And he would just be having like, 2 rotis and sabzi. He would just be eating that. He didn't have these 40 trainers like you have today".

The veteran actor's diet was spot on, as it included a huge part of protein in diet with the pomfret, fibres with vegetables, and carbs with tandoori rotis.

Sanjay Gupta is known for his films in the action and crime genres. His films often focus on themes like the underworld, violence, power struggles, and moral ambiguity. Some of his most popular movies include 'Kaante', 'Shootout at Lokhandwala', and 'Zinda', which are praised for their stylish visuals and fast-paced narratives.

His storytelling blends commercial entertainment with darker, grittier elements, giving audiences both thrills and depth, as can be seen in his narration for the story of Naseeruddin Shah's fitness. Over the years, he has carved a niche as a filmmaker unafraid to tackle bold and complex subjects.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Tandoori pomfret and roti-sabzi - that's proper desi fitness diet! No whey protein nonsense. Our elders knew what worked. Even my grandfather used to say "simple food, regular exercise" is the key. Modern fitness industry has overcomplicated everything.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the simplicity, I think we should be careful about romanticizing the past. Modern fitness science has helped many people achieve better results safely. There's room for both traditional wisdom and scientific approaches.
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Arjun K
Naseeruddin Shah has always been about dedication and discipline, whether it's acting or fitness. That's what makes him a true legend! His approach shows that consistency matters more than fancy equipment or supplements. 💪
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Kavya N
Three giant tandoori pomfrets! 😲 That's serious protein intake. But honestly, this makes fitness seem more accessible to common people. You don't need imported supplements when good local food is available. More power to such practical approaches!
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Michael C
Interesting to see how fitness culture has evolved globally. In India, the blend of traditional food wisdom with modern exercise routines could create a unique fitness model that works better for Indian body types and lifestyles.

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