Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Mukesh and Nita Ambani, is someone who often finds himself in the news, not just because of his famous family, but because of his weight.
He made headlines when he completed a 170-kilometre foot pilgrimage from Jamnagar to Dwarka right before his 30th birthday. Walking this distance itself was no small feat, especially given his ongoing health battles.
But beyond all the praise for this achievement, many are again focusing on his weight. Once celebrated for losing a jaw-dropping 108 kgs in just 18 months back in 2016, Anant has unfortunately regained weight in recent years. And this time, it’s not as simple as it looks from the outside.
Battling With Health Issues
What many people don’t realise is that Anant Ambani’s weight struggles aren’t purely about diet and exercise. He has faced serious health conditions for years. Anant suffers from severe asthma, for which he has to take long-term steroid treatments. These steroids, while essential for controlling asthma symptoms, come with side effects—weight gain, increased appetite, fluid retention, and fat deposits being some of the biggest culprits.
To add to the complexity, Anant is also dealing with Cushing’s Syndrome—a rare hormonal disorder that can cause extreme obesity. The combination of asthma, severe lung disease, and Cushing’s Syndrome makes weight management an uphill battle for him.
How he Lost 108 Kg In 2016?
Despite these challenges, Anant proved his sheer determination back in 2016. He stunned everyone by losing 108 kgs in 18 months. Under the guidance of renowned fitness trainer Vinod Channa, Anant followed a strict workout regimen and a controlled 1200-calorie diet per day. His transformation became an inspiration to millions struggling with weight loss.
His discipline and efforts were widely appreciated at the time. Social media was flooded with posts admiring his hard work and dedication.
Why he regained weight?
But life isn’t always fair. Even after achieving such a massive milestone, Anant has since regained weight and is currently reported to weigh around 110 kgs. The reason lies primarily in his medical condition and the continued use of corticosteroids for asthma.
Steroids are effective in reducing asthma-related inflammation but often cause significant weight gain. They boost appetite and reduce physical activity, while also causing fat to redistribute unevenly in the body. For asthma patients like Anant, this creates a vicious cycle: weight gain can worsen asthma, which in turn requires more medication—leading to even more weight gain.
Additionally, fat tissues release substances that can further impact lung function, making breathing harder. On top of this, Anant is reportedly dealing with body balance issues due to these health complications.