Ravi Kishan's 18‑kg Weight Loss and Rising Obesity‑Related Arthritis Risks

Actor‑politician Ravi Kishan disclosed that he shed 18 kilograms at age 57 by following a flexible one‑meal‑a‑day plan, intermittent fasting, fruit‑heavy days and regular exercise, dropping from 90 kg to 72 kg. He said the regimen helped him prepare for upcoming film roles and that diet accounts for most of the change, though he stresses the importance of physical activity.

Medical experts warn that obesity is increasingly driving early‑onset arthritis. Dr. Rajesh Chandra of Manipal Hospitals explains that excess weight adds mechanical stress to weight‑bearing joints and triggers chronic inflammation through cytokines, accelerating cartilage wear. The trend is seen in younger adults, with more patients in their 30s and 40s seeking treatment for joint pain that was once considered a disease of seniors.