Filmmaker Karan Johar has responded to speculation surrounding his significant weight loss, clarifying that his transformation is the result of a healthy lifestyle, not the weight-loss drug Ozempic.
Clarifying His Weight Loss Journey
Karan Johar’s recent weight loss has garnered significant attention on social media, leading to rumors that he may have used Ozempic, a drug primarily approved for treating Type 2 diabetes but known for its weight-loss side effects. Responding to these speculations, Karan shared a screenshot of a tweet on X (formerly Twitter), where a user criticized people using Ozempic for rapid weight loss, causing shortages for diabetic patients.
The tweet also mentioned Karan Johar, suggesting that he should be called out for potentially using the drug. Karan, in his response, emphasized that his weight loss was due to healthy eating and a disciplined approach to nutrition. He posted on Instagram Stories, stating: “Being healthy and eating well and reinventing the wheel of your own nutrition! Aur Ozempic ko mile credit (And the credit goes to Ozempic)??”
Karan also tagged Maheep Kapoor, who had made the initial comment, asking, “Did you mean me??” In response, Maheep reshared Karan’s post with laughing emojis, prompting Karan to playfully respond, “You’re laughing? I’m offended.”
The Ozempic Craze and Celebrity Speculation
Ozempic, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2017, was originally developed to lower blood sugar in adults with Type 2 diabetes. However, its popularity as a weight-loss solution has surged in recent years, leading to widespread speculation about its use among celebrities. Karan Johar’s toned appearance at recent public events fueled such rumors, but he has firmly denied the claims, attributing his transformation to a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Setting the Record Straight
Karan Johar’s clarification comes amid growing conversations about weight-loss drugs and their impact on public figures. With social media flooded with before-and-after images of the filmmaker, he remains committed to promoting his own healthy choices and distancing himself from the Ozempic rumors.
