Popular YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, whose claim to fame was through his comic sketches on social media, took the social media by storm with his viral weight loss. The internet sensation dropped an impressive 40 kilograms in just half a year, revealing that he decided to work on himself during an unexpected encounter with Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan.
In a recent Instagram post, Chanchlani recalled the brief but impactful advice he received from the superstar. “The moment I approached him, SRK sir held my belly and told me: ‘Ashish, please reduce your weight. You’ll feel so much better, I guarantee it. Go, friend, go to the gym today itself. Just do this. You’re cute and now it’s time to get fit. If your life doesn’t change, I’ll stop giving advice.’ I’ll never forget his words, the way he gave me advice without fat-shaming me,” wrote Ashish.
How Ashish Chanchlani lost 40 kilos
Speaking to Hindustan Times, Chanchlani revealed that he chose a sustainable and balanced route to reclaim his health, one that did not involve extreme dieting or unrealistic expectations. “The biggest problem is not food. It’s not sugar. It’s overeating,” he admitted.
Determined to reclaim his health before entering a new decade of life, Ashish set a deadline for himself. “I was nearing my 30s. So, when I started my transformation journey, I was almost 29. I told myself, almost promised myself, that I would leave my triple-digit weight behind forever. I started last year, and before December 2023 (because that’s when I was turning 30, on December 8), I wanted to enter the double digits,” he said.
What did Ashish Chanchlani’s daily routine look like?
Chanchlani followed a calorie-deficit diet, consuming roughly 1,800 calories per day, about 1,000 less than what his body typically required. “You just need to understand what calorie maintenance is and how much your body needs. Eat a little less than that, so your body uses energy from the fat already stored,” he explained.
Here’s what his meals looked like on a typical day:
Breakfast: Six boiled eggs or an omelette with a side of fibre-rich sprouts
Lunch (around 3 p.m.): One roti and 200 grams of grilled chicken, paired with cucumber and celery juice
Evening (around 6 p.m.): Whey protein shake
Dinner (around 8 p.m.): Another portion of grilled chicken
While he remained disciplined, Chanchlani allowed himself small indulgences on Sundays, enjoying Indian sweets like gulab jamun or rasmalai. “My daily intake was around 1,800 calories… I used to weigh everything I ate. After about three months, it became second nature, I could just look at my plate and know if I was eating more calories than needed,” he said.
Ashish’s story is proof that weight loss doesn’t require extreme diets. It’s all about having a long-term sustainable approach and portion control.
