Sharip Umkhanov, widely known for his appearance on The Voice, reportedly shed 100 kilograms over the course of a year. He discussed the journey on Instagram, a platform owned by Meta, which has faced regulatory scrutiny in Russia and has been labeled controversial by authorities. The update offered fans a rare glimpse into a major personal transformation and sparked discussion about healthy, sustainable weight management.
“Exactly a year earlier he set a goal for himself, and in a later post he stated that he had completed the task,” he explained in a public update. The message captured a milestone moment, and the accompanying visuals provided a clear before-and-after view of the change.
The post included photos showing the weight-loss journey, with side-by-side images capturing the dramatic changes in his appearance and silhouette, which fans and curious onlookers circulated across social channels.
Umkhanov stressed that the transformation did not rely on bariatric surgery, Ozempic, or punishing workouts. He described a steadier pace, focusing on sustainable shifts in daily habits rather than drastic measures.
He attributed the weight drop to deliberate lifestyle adjustments and a thoughtful approach to eating. By prioritizing balanced meals, regular routines, and mindful choices, he indicated progress came with fewer obstacles than expected.
Umkhanov first rose to public attention on The Voice in 2013. His mentor at the time, Alexander Gradsky, later performed on stage with the Scorpions’ ballad “Still Loving You,” an episode recounted by many fans as a memorable moment in the show’s history.
In the competition, the artist advanced to the semi-finals but ultimately finished behind Belarusian singer Sergei Volchkov, closing his run on the program’s more dramatic rounds of the season.
Meanwhile, in related news, Anna Semenovich was seen publicly with her partner, businessman Denis Schreer, who has been associated with weight-loss discussions tied to the popular Ozempic trend in Russia, stirring conversation among followers about methods used to manage weight.
Another entertainment figure, Sofia Kashtanova, known for her role in the film Policeman from Rublyovka, recently left room for interpretation about her own weight journey, suggesting it was connected to a thyroid condition that influences metabolism and body weight.