In a world obsessed with filters and quick fixes, Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan have chosen the path of hard work, dedication, and some good old-fashioned sweat. The brother-sister duo have not just transformed their bodies, but redefined what it means to own your journey — flaws, flab and all, says Rohit Mehta.
There was a time when Sara Ali Khan was written off as ‘too fat to be a heroine’ and Ibrahim Ali Khan was ‘too lanky to be a star’. Sara and Ibrahim may have been born into royalty, but their real crowning glory is the discipline they’ve forged with their own sweat. They’ve shown us that transformation isn’t about numbers on a scale or inches on a tape — it’s about showing up, especially when it’s hard.
The Princess Who Rewrote Her Script
Let’s start with Sara. The Pataudi princess may have Bollywood in her blood, but she didn’t come into the industry on a bed of roses. She arrived with extra weight and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). But Sara wasn’t about to let her genes or junk food write her destiny.
From weighing over 90 kilos in college to dancing her heart out in ‘Kedarnath’, Sara’s journey has been nothing short of legendary. “Pizza and I were in a committed relationship,” she’s joked in interviews, but it was her break-up with unhealthy habits that truly marked her glow-up.
Enter Pilates, cardio, strength training, and an unwavering love for yoga. Add a solid diet plan — rich in lean protein, greens, and gallons of water! Sara didn’t just drop kilos; she gained confidence, power, and that signature sparkle we now associate with her.
Her workouts are often guided by celebrity trainer Namrata Purohit, the Pilates princess of Bollywood. Sara mixes it up with cardio, circuit training, and the occasional dance class to keep things fun and fierce. Her diet comprises a balanced plate — egg whites, fruits, oats, simple Indian dishes, soups and grilled veggies with a helping of protein-rich food.
But here’s what makes her journey truly empowering — she never glamourised weight loss. She’s been candid about the challenges, the relapses, and the emotional rollercoaster.
The Prince Who Bulked Up Grittily
Now, onto Ibrahim Ali Khan — the Gen Z heartthrob with his father Saif Ali Khan’s dishy looks and charm, and his own brand of silent determination. Once teased for being “too thin,” Ibrahim turned the taunts into targets. He hit the gym with vengeance and vision — from compound lifts and boxing drills to killer ab circuits.
His fitness regime, often supervised by trainers like Mustafa Ahmed and Prashant Sawant, is structured around muscle-building, stamina, and functional strength. Strict meal planning that includes eggs, chicken, quinoa, healthy fats, and lots of hydration keeps him fit and lean.
Ibrahim doesn’t shy away from crediting his sister as an inspiration. The two often train together, laugh through the pain, and cheer each other on. The camaraderie is real, the results even more so.
Sibling Goals, Fitness Fervour
In an era where fitness is often reduced to filters and fads, Sara and Ibrahim have chosen the more meaningful path — balance, mindfulness and consistency. They don’t just work out to look good on camera; they do it to feel strong, and to conquer their battles (both mental and physical).
From running up hills to acing headstands, from homemade khichdi to protein pancakes, this duo has turned their health journey into an aspirational blueprint. And the best part? They’ve done it with sass and humour!
