Vegan is a noun used to refer to a person who does not use animal products: from leather products to their meat. It has been practised since aeons but has only become a trend recently. The term was first used in the UK in 1944, but a proper vegan community had already been soundly established in India 20 years prior. It’s a common misconception that India is a vegan country. We’re a lacto-vegan country. Our film industry has embraced the idea of veganism with open arms as they fight for the rights of animals while keeping up with the rules of pure veganism. You’d be surprised to learn who some of our vegan Bollywood actors are.
1. Shahid Kapoor
He was labelled as the ‘Hottest Vegetarian’ by People Magazine. His inspiration has been the book – Life Is Fair by Brian Hines. He credits his increased stamina to the decrease of dairy products in his diet. He recently launched his vegan fitness app, V-fit.
2. John Abraham
John Abraham is a strict follower of veganism. He fights for the rights of animals. For someone who’s known for his ripped physique, he has certainly proved every non-vegan out there. He believes you don’t need meat for protein.
3. Aamir Khan
You might not have known this but Aamir Khan is one of the biggest vegan Bollywood actors. After his wife, Kiran Rao, exposed him to the negative health effects of meat and dairy products, he converted to a vegan lifestyle.
4. Amitabh Bachchan
I bet you didn’t know this legendary actor belonged to our list of vegan Bollywood actors. He became a vegetarian in the early 2000s to lead a healthier lifestyle. Now, in his 70’s, he is one of the fittest in the industry.
5. R. Madhavan
R. Madhavan has been a devoted vegan and a loyal fighter of animal rights. He said to the Indian Express:
“Animals feel pain, just as people do. They value their lives, just as we value ours. They’re terrified by the sights and smells of the slaughterhouse, and they fight for every last breath.”
6. Vidyut Jamwal
It has been more than a decade since he turned vegan. He says he feels faster and more agile now.
7. Sunny Leone
After the doctor advised her to stay away from non-vegetarian food to improve her health conditions, the actress has turned vegan. She has vowed to stay away from no meat, no alcohol, no caffeine, and no toxins.
8. Kareena Kapoor
One of our early vegan Bollywood actors changed her lifestyle several years ago and now, she doesn’t even crave non-veg food anymore. According to her, leading a vegan lifestyle has proved to be far more beneficial to her health. Plus, she likes eating simple things: roti, dal, veggies, rice.
9. Anushka Sharma
She turned into a vegan with great reluctance but is happy with the choice she made. Her love for animals and her spiritual beliefs has led her to make this choice.
10. Alia Bhatt
Once an avid meat consumer, Alia Bhatt has jumped on the vegan bandwagon and is happy with her modified lifestyle.
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These ten vegan Bollywood actors have proved that you can lead a healthy and fit lifestyle even without consuming meat and dairy products. They have proved to the society, you do not need to slaughter animals to provide nutrition to your body.