8 Bollywood Celebrities Who Gave Up Meat & Turned Vegetarian For A Good Reason

When it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, Bollywood superstars have always been a big source of inspiration. Not only that, but their fitness journeys and nutrition regimes often pique our interest.

There is a misconception that consuming meat or non-vegetarian meals can help you stay fit. However, for various reasons, a few celebs gave it all up and became lifelong vegetarians. These actors have been working on it for a long time. Take a peek at these eight celebrities who have made the transition to vegetarianism.

8 Bollywood Celebrities Who Gave Up Meat & Turned Vegetarian For A Good Reason

Shraddha Kapoor

Shraddha Kapoor was awarded the “hottest” vegetarian by PETA in 2020. She also talked out about not eating meat on Instagram a few days ago. Despite the backlash in the comments, Shraddha continues to be a vegetarian. She was inspired by PETA’s cookbook on her trip, and she stated that she is a savvy eater who cannot entirely give up food.

Shahid Kapoor

Shahid Kapoor is known not just for his impeccable acting abilities, but also for his strict fitness regimen. But did you know Shahid is also a vegetarian? After reading Brian Hines’ Life Is Fair, the actor stopped eating meat. His father, Pankaj Kapur, gave it to him, and his name was also listed in Asia’s’sexiest’ vegetarian in 2011.

Riteish Deshmukh

A few years ago, Riteish Deshmukh and his wife Genelia became vegetarians. The duo also runs a company called Imagine Meats, which produces plant-based meat that can be used as a substitute for meat. Riteish wrote in a post, “I used to be a strict meat eater who became vegetarian four years ago. To be honest, there have been occasions when I yearned for the flavour and pleasure of meat. I’m a much happy vegetarian now that Plant-Based Meat is available. I’d rather simply visualise flesh.”

Amitabh Bachchan

PETA named Amitabh Bachchan the “hottest” vegetarian star not once, but three times. The actor is known for making healthy choices, and he has stated that he has given up pork, grains, aerated beverages, smoking, and alcohol for health reasons.

Kangana Ranaut

Kangana Ranaut was also voted the PETA’s Hottest Vegetarian, despite being born into a family that eats non-vegetarian food. She stated in an interview, “Being a non-vegetarian was a spiritual roadblock for me. It was difficult to leave, and I won’t claim I don’t miss it, but you can do it with your determination.” She also claimed that she went vegan since dairy made her stomach acidic.

Aamir Khan

There was a time when Aamir Khan enjoyed eating fish, poultry, eggs, and beef. After a while, though, the actor became vegetarian, and then vegan, as well as giving up dairy. All of this occurred after his ex-wife, Kiran Rao, gave him a powerful film that drastically altered his diet and lifestyle.

R Madhavan

R Madhavan, for the uninitiated, is a vegetarian. In fact, PETA dubbed him “Person Of The Year.” He is a naturalist who has talked about cultivating tasty herbs and vegetables in his kitchen garden. In an interview, Madhavan stated, “I eat only vegetables. I believe you will lose your hunger for animal flesh after seeing what occurs on inside a slaughterhouse.”

Bhumi Pednekar

Even Bhumi Pednekar, a passionate advocate for environmental conservation, went vegetarian during the lockdown. She mentioned in a post that she had been wanting to go vegetarian for a long time and that she was finally able to do it. She continued, “Climate Warrior’s experience taught me a lot. It humbled me and made me more empathetic toward other animals.”