Jr NTR is currently grabbing the limelight for his upcoming movie, Dragon, and his intense transformation. The actor reportedly lost 18 kgs in five months, leaving everyone stunned. When a picture of his lean look went viral, it sparked rumours that he may have used Ozempic, a weight loss drug. However, now his fitness coach has subtly shut down the speculation by dropping a workout video of the War 2 actor.
Jr NTR's jaw-dropping transformation
Taking to Instagram, coach Kumar Mannava, who has previously trained stars like Allu Arjun and Mahesh Babu, shared a video of Jr NTR working out in the gym. The clip went viral in no time. Praising the actor’s dedication, Kumar shared that from Devara to Vara, then Vikram, and now Dragon, which is the hardest of all, Jr NTR has been giving his all to transform his body to suit the demands of each character.
In the clip, NTR is seen sweating it out at the gym with full focus. During the promotions of War 2, many commented that the actor looked unusually lean and not at his best. However, it now appears that Jr NTR has been working with a well-thought-out plan. In the recent video, he is seen focusing on his upper body, particularly his biceps, aiming not just to lose weight but to tone and sculpt his physique.
Cable Curls: One of the major keys to NTR's transformation
The specific exercise NTR is seen doing in the video is the Cable Curl (facing away from the machine). This exercise is widely regarded in strength training circles for building biceps effectively. While it's one of the most basic and common gym exercises, it's also highly effective for building strong and defined arms.
According to Men’s Health, the cable biceps curl is especially useful for building strength when the biceps are in a lengthened position. However, it shouldn’t be considered a replacement for other arm exercises. Instead, it serves as a valuable addition to a comprehensive upper body training routine.
What's next for Jr NTR?
On the professional front, Jr NTR is currently preparing for Prashanth Neel’s highly anticipated film Dragon, which stars Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead. The film is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers and is slated for release on June 25, 2026.
Recent speculation suggests that Kantara actor-director Rishab Shetty may make a brief cameo in Dragon. While there is no official confirmation yet, reports from 123 Telugu claim that discussions are underway regarding his involvement.
According to Hindustan Times, Dragon is touted to be Prashanth Neel’s biggest and most ambitious project yet—even surpassing his previous pan-India hits like KGF and Salaar. Sources say that Dragon is the kind of film Neel always envisioned making since the beginning of his career. The project reunites Neel with key collaborators from KGF, including cinematographer Bhuvan Gowda and music composer Ravi Basrur, both known for creating the film’s grand visual and musical identity.
Jr NTR's jaw-dropping transformation
Taking to Instagram, coach Kumar Mannava, who has previously trained stars like Allu Arjun and Mahesh Babu, shared a video of Jr NTR working out in the gym. The clip went viral in no time. Praising the actor’s dedication, Kumar shared that from Devara to Vara, then Vikram, and now Dragon, which is the hardest of all, Jr NTR has been giving his all to transform his body to suit the demands of each character.
In the clip, NTR is seen sweating it out at the gym with full focus. During the promotions of War 2, many commented that the actor looked unusually lean and not at his best. However, it now appears that Jr NTR has been working with a well-thought-out plan. In the recent video, he is seen focusing on his upper body, particularly his biceps, aiming not just to lose weight but to tone and sculpt his physique.
Cable Curls: One of the major keys to NTR's transformation
The specific exercise NTR is seen doing in the video is the Cable Curl (facing away from the machine). This exercise is widely regarded in strength training circles for building biceps effectively. While it's one of the most basic and common gym exercises, it's also highly effective for building strong and defined arms.
According to Men’s Health, the cable biceps curl is especially useful for building strength when the biceps are in a lengthened position. However, it shouldn’t be considered a replacement for other arm exercises. Instead, it serves as a valuable addition to a comprehensive upper body training routine.
What's next for Jr NTR?
On the professional front, Jr NTR is currently preparing for Prashanth Neel’s highly anticipated film Dragon, which stars Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead. The film is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers and is slated for release on June 25, 2026.
Recent speculation suggests that Kantara actor-director Rishab Shetty may make a brief cameo in Dragon. While there is no official confirmation yet, reports from 123 Telugu claim that discussions are underway regarding his involvement.
According to Hindustan Times, Dragon is touted to be Prashanth Neel’s biggest and most ambitious project yet—even surpassing his previous pan-India hits like KGF and Salaar. Sources say that Dragon is the kind of film Neel always envisioned making since the beginning of his career. The project reunites Neel with key collaborators from KGF, including cinematographer Bhuvan Gowda and music composer Ravi Basrur, both known for creating the film’s grand visual and musical identity.
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