He is fitness coach of Amitabh Bachchan, Ram Charan and Ranbir Kapoor. Once acted in a Shah Rukh Khan film. Who is Bollywood's go-to trainer?
Dheepesh Bhatt, famously known as Frankie Ramdayal from the film Kal Ho Naa Ho, has made an inspiring transition to fitness coaching. His work includes training major stars like Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor for their physical transformations. Read...
By ET Entertainment Desk, ET Online |
Do you remember the ‘cute’ DJ Frankie Ramdayal from Kal Ho Naa Ho? The actor who appeared alongside Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta in the 2003 film has since taken a completely different path. Today, he is known as a celebrity fitness trainer and has worked with several Indian actors, including Amitabh Bachchan, Ram Charan and Ranbir Kapoor.
Frankie, aka Dheepesh Bhatt, is widely known by his spiritual moniker Shivoham. He is a celebrity fitness coach and influencer who has helped actors prepare for demanding physical transformations. He worked with Aamir Khan on his look for Dangal and trained Ranbir Kapoor for his transformation in Animal. Known for assessing a person’s physique and fitness needs, Dheepesh develops a plan based on the goals required.
The former actor-turned-fitness trainer is also quite active on social media, where he shares advice on staying fit, losing weight and eating healthy. But how did the man who once appeared in one of Bollywood’s most popular romantic dramas end up becoming a sought-after fitness coach?
Although Frankie was a memorable part of the film, Dheepesh did not pursue a long career in acting. Instead, he eventually moved towards fitness and built a new career for himself.
Over the years, his work with actors has helped him establish a name in the celebrity fitness space. His client list includes some of the biggest stars in Indian cinema.
Dheepesh also worked with Ranbir Kapoor for Animal. The actor underwent a major physical transformation for the Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial, and Dheepesh was part of his fitness journey for the film.
His work has not been limited to Bollywood. Telugu star Ram Charan is also among the actors he has trained. Amitabh Bachchan is another major name associated with his fitness coaching.
According to his social media profile, Dheepesh describes himself as a fitness coach to celebrities including Ranbir Kapoor, Aamir Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez.
Dheepesh regularly uses social media to share workout advice, fitness tips and information about healthy eating. His content also focuses on weight loss and maintaining a healthier lifestyle.
Dheepesh is married to celebrity fitness trainer Vrinda Mehta. The two have also worked together professionally and co-founded the fitness brand ShivFit.
The couple’s professional association has also extended to their fitness ventures.
Dheepesh is also associated with CrossFit Om Box, a fitness facility that he started and which has been described as the first CrossFit gym in India.
The film follows Aman, played by Shah Rukh Khan, who discovers that he has a terminal illness. He tries to bring together his neighbour Naina, played by Preity Zinta, and her best friend Rohit, played by Saif Ali Khan, even though he has feelings for Naina himself.
More than two decades later, Dheepesh’s career looks very different.
Frankie, aka Dheepesh Bhatt, is widely known by his spiritual moniker Shivoham. He is a celebrity fitness coach and influencer who has helped actors prepare for demanding physical transformations. He worked with Aamir Khan on his look for Dangal and trained Ranbir Kapoor for his transformation in Animal. Known for assessing a person’s physique and fitness needs, Dheepesh develops a plan based on the goals required.
The former actor-turned-fitness trainer is also quite active on social media, where he shares advice on staying fit, losing weight and eating healthy. But how did the man who once appeared in one of Bollywood’s most popular romantic dramas end up becoming a sought-after fitness coach?
Who is Dheepesh Bhatt aka Shivoham?
Dheepesh Bhatt first became familiar to Bollywood audiences as Frankie Ramdayal, the DJ in Kal Ho Naa Ho. The film, directed by Nikkhil Advani, featured Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta and Saif Ali Khan in the lead roles.Although Frankie was a memorable part of the film, Dheepesh did not pursue a long career in acting. Instead, he eventually moved towards fitness and built a new career for himself.
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Over the years, his work with actors has helped him establish a name in the celebrity fitness space. His client list includes some of the biggest stars in Indian cinema.
From Aamir Khan’s Dangal to Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal
One of Dheepesh’s major associations has been with Aamir Khan. He was involved in helping the actor achieve his physical appearance for Dangal, which required Aamir to undergo a significant transformation for his role.Dheepesh also worked with Ranbir Kapoor for Animal. The actor underwent a major physical transformation for the Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial, and Dheepesh was part of his fitness journey for the film.
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His work has not been limited to Bollywood. Telugu star Ram Charan is also among the actors he has trained. Amitabh Bachchan is another major name associated with his fitness coaching.
According to his social media profile, Dheepesh describes himself as a fitness coach to celebrities including Ranbir Kapoor, Aamir Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez.
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Why does he go by Shivoham?
Dheepesh is better known to many of his followers by the name Shivoham. His social media presence combines his fitness work with his spiritual interests. He has a heavily muscular physique and several tattoos, including designs inspired by Lord Shiva. The name Shivoham has consequently become closely associated with his public identity as a fitness coach.Dheepesh regularly uses social media to share workout advice, fitness tips and information about healthy eating. His content also focuses on weight loss and maintaining a healthier lifestyle.
Dheepesh is married to celebrity fitness trainer Vrinda Mehta. The two have also worked together professionally and co-founded the fitness brand ShivFit.
The couple’s professional association has also extended to their fitness ventures.
Dheepesh is also associated with CrossFit Om Box, a fitness facility that he started and which has been described as the first CrossFit gym in India.
From one Bollywood film to a new career
Kal Ho Naa Ho remains Dheepesh Bhatt’s most popular connection to Bollywood as an actor. The film, produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, was released in 2003 and became both a critical and commercial success. It also won eight Filmfare Awards.The film follows Aman, played by Shah Rukh Khan, who discovers that he has a terminal illness. He tries to bring together his neighbour Naina, played by Preity Zinta, and her best friend Rohit, played by Saif Ali Khan, even though he has feelings for Naina himself.
More than two decades later, Dheepesh’s career looks very different.
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