Singer Adnan Sami reveals how he lost 130kg of weight
What's the story
Adnan Sami has opened up about his transformational weight loss journey and how he managed to lose 130kg of weight a few years ago.
The singer-composer—who became a household name for his numerous hits in the 2000s—was overweight and once weighed around 230kg.
He faced a health hazard and a doctor reportedly gave him an ultimatum, too, following which he focused on his health.
Context
Why does this story matter?
In the recent past, many celebrities have opened up about their health issues and have helped in spreading awareness about various conditions.
In a country like India, everyone is cinema obsessed and looks up to their favorite actors/celebrities as demigods.
These demigods speaking about their health issues as a chink in their armors helps the fans to relate with them and take necessary precautions.
Details
Sami's process of losing weight
While speaking to Mashable India, Sami recently revealed that he did not opt for any surgeries like liposuction to lose weight.
He said it primarily happened with the help of a nutritionist in the United States who helped him change his lifestyle.
He also emphasized the nutritionist did not ask him to go on any diet, and there was no surgical interference at all.
Advice
Doctor's ultimatum of 6 months to Sami
The Tera Chehra singer took a sabbatical and underwent treatment a few years ago when a London-based doctor gave him an ultimatum of six months.
He said, "I was 230kg...the doctor in London gave me an ultimatum. He told me the way you are leading your life, I wouldn't be surprised if your parents find you dead in a hotel room in six months."
Reaction
Sami on his father's reaction
Sami spoke about his father's reaction to the doctor's ultimatum and his request too.
His father had said, "I have always held your hand and have never asked you for anything. But I just have one request, you have to bury me. I cannot bury you, no father should bury his child."
Following this, Sami went to Texas for treatment and changed his lifestyle.