20 celebrities with the most extreme body transformations for a role

By Shruti Vaishnav

Modified Nov 08, 2024 02:20 ET

20 celebrities with the most extreme body transformations for a role | Custom artwork by Soumya Mukhopadhyay (Soap Central)

13) Will Smith

Will Smith in Ali | Image Source: Columbia Pictures

In Ali (2001), Will Smith underwent an extreme transformation, gaining more than 35 pounds of muscle to accommodate intense boxing, running, and strength training. Immersing himself in Ali's world involved studying his boxing techniques and movement under the tutelage of top trainers. Such commitment earned Smith an Oscar nomination.

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