Rahul Bhatt recalls Aamir Khan’s reaction when people kept prize of Rs 1 lakh for slapping him over his ‘I feel unsafe’ comment: ‘I have seen this before’ | – The Times of India

Aamir Khan underwent a dramatic transformation for Dangal, needing to appear as both an older, out-of-shape wrestler and a fitter version for the flashback scenes. His fitness trainer, Rahul Bhatt, recently shared how dedicated Aamir was to his training, often starting his gym sessions at 4:15 am. Bhatt also mentioned a time when Aamir was involved in a controversy but remained calm, despite a crowd that seemed ready to confront him.
Aamir’s Dedication to Training
In a conversation with Hindi Rush, Rahul reflected on his time working with Aamir for Dangal. He described Aamir as highly driven, ambitious, and an excellent judge of character who knows how to choose the right person for a task and trusts them to do their job. Rahul also recalled a controversy during the shoot in Ludhiana, where Aamir made a statement expressing his feeling of insecurity. This led to protests outside their hotel, with locals offering a reward for anyone who slapped Aamir. Despite the tense situation, Aamir remained focused, sticking to his diet and routine without breaking his commitments.The Controversy and Aamir’s Calm Reaction
Rahul remembered how the superstar remained calm and composed during the controversy surrounding him. Aamir reassured everyone, saying that the situation would pass in a day or two and that he had dealt with similar situations before. Rahul, who was there with Aamir and surrounded by BSF security, was worried that Aamir might break his diet under pressure, but Aamir remained steadfast, avoiding temptations like ice creams or drinks. The incident took place in 2015, after Aamir’s controversial statement about feeling unsafe in India due to growing intolerance.

Aamir’s Composure Under Pressure
Rahul also mentioned that there were times when Aamir would arrive at the gym before him. He recalled how Aamir would start his training sessions at 4:15 am, and sometimes his bodyguard would wake him up, only to find Aamir already motivated and hard at work.
Aamir’s Transformation: Body Fat and Diet
He further shared that Aamir Khan reduced his body fat from 39 percent to 9 percent while maintaining his muscle training throughout. Despite no restrictions on water, Aamir followed a strict diet, consuming 2200 to 2700 calories daily. Aamir initially had concerns about a high-protein diet due to kidney issues, but once convinced, he trusted the guidance and made his own informed decisions after considering various opinions.