Armaan Malik on how Salman Khan put him on a ‘rigorous’ dance and workout schedule during Jai Ho: ‘lost around 10-15 kilos’

This particular incident highlights an important truth about fitness transformations. “Intense goals demand structured routines, consistent effort, and a diet that supports both energy and recovery. From a nutrition perspective, such results are rarely achieved through a single factor. They come from a blend of high physical activity, disciplined eating, adequate rest and gradual progression,” said fitness expert and consultant dietitian Garima Goyal.

Stressing that for someone undergoing a physically demanding routine like Armaan, the focus should be on maintaining muscle mass while losing fat, Goyal said, “This requires adequate protein, fibre, healthy fats and micronutrients to fuel recovery and sustain performance. The fact that he describes himself as ‘leanest ever’ indicates that his regimen prioritised not just weight loss but also strength and definition.”

Armaan Malik and Salman Khan (Photo: Armaan Malik/Facebook)

However, it is important to note that such transformations, often driven by short-term goals such as film projects, may not be practical or sustainable for everyone.

For most individuals, gradual progress with balanced nutrition, consistent exercise and proper recovery yields better long-term results.

“Armaan’s experience serves as motivation to commit to fitness but also as a reminder that true transformation is most effective when it is personalised, consistent and sustainable,” said Goyal.