Jr NTR, last seen in Devara: Part 1, recently shocked netizens after his drastic weight loss transformation after his latest photo from Dubai went viral on social media. While the actor's expensive shirt sparked conversations, it was his noticeable weight loss that grabbed most of the attention, with many speculating whether he had used Ozempic to shed the weight, and some even expressing concern for his health.
Dressed in a printed ETRO shirt priced at 85,000, and black trousers, he was seen posing with the staff of a hotel he had stayed at in Dubai. He also sported sunglasses to complement his look. Netizens had mixed reactions to Jr NTR's transformation—while many supported his fitness journey, others trolled him.
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Take a look at netizens reaction:
A user commented, "Jr. Ozempic." While another commented, "Tiger found ozempic. I miss his old heroine selections and songs. Please don't take plastic surgery cases, NTR gaaru."
Another user, "He is looking like Faahad Fasil with beard on." While another said, "Looks like Rana at first glance (minus the obvious difference in heights)" Another fan suggested, "He's playing a role in one of Hrithik's movies, maybe trying to match up to him."
Earlier, the actor revealed that he was body-shamed and trolled when he was fat. Reportedly, he had undergone liposuction to lose weight for his movie Yama Donga.
On Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu, the actor revealed that he was called ugly and was made of due to his obesity.
On the work front, Jr NTR will be seen next in War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Kiara Advani in the lead. The film will be directed by Ayan Mukerji and is set to release on August 14, 2025.
War 2 will be coinciding with the release of Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie.
