Karan Johar reveals he’s tired of people asking him ‘are you on Ozempic, Mounjaro’: ‘I finally feel confident’

Karan Johar addressed speculations about his weight loss, clarifying that it's due to addressing thyroid issues and adopting a healthier lifestyle, not Ozempic. He expressed frustration with constant inquiries about weight-loss drugs, emphasizing his improved health and confidence. Johar also revealed his ongoing struggle with body dysmorphia, highlighting his journey to self-acceptance after years of battling weight issues.
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Karan Johar’s impressive transformation has become the talk of the B’town and amongst all the Bollywood fans. His slimmer frame, glowing skin and visible confidence have left fans both stunned and curious. Many began wondering if the filmmaker had joined the long list of celebrities using Ozempic—a diabetes medication now widely known for its weight-loss effects.In a recent chat with content creator Raj Shamani on his podcast, Karan opened up about the real story behind his new look. He said, “I have always been battling the bulge,” he said. “I’ve tried thousands of diets, five hundred kinds of workouts, every type you can imagine. Every diet, every workout routine, I’ve tried it all. I’ve been combating this for years.”Blood Tests Revealed the Real ProblemKaran revealed that things only began to shift when he finally got a full set of blood tests done. “It was only recently, after years, when I got my blood work done that I found out I had certain thyroid issues and other problems that I needed to fix and I’ve been working on correcting them.”
This wake-up call led him to focus not just on weight loss, but on building a healthier and more balanced lifestyle overall.‘Are You on Ozempic?’ – Karan Has Had EnoughDespite his hard-earned progress, KJo said he’s constantly being asked about weight-loss injections and medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro. And it’s clearly taken a toll. “Now people ask me, ‘Are you on Mounjaro? Are you on Ozempic?’ I’m tired of these comments. People don’t know my truth. You don’t know.”He further says, “Long story short, I know that I am very healthy. I’ve never felt lighter, never felt better. I’ve never, ever felt more confident in my own skin and that gives me nothing but joy.”‘I Suffer from Body Dysmorphia’ – Karan’s Honest ConfessionEven with the compliments pouring in, Karan admits that his relationship with his body has always been difficult. He revealed, “After 52 years, I finally feel confident. Otherwise, I do suffer from body dysmorphia. It’s when you feel ashamed of your own body. When you feel awkward without clothes on. I go through that even now. I can’t even look at myself in the mirror.”
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