Every year on May 31st, the world observes World?No Tobacco Day to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco and to encourage people to quit smoking cigarettes. The glamour and stress of the film industry often lead many celebrities to pick up this shabit, but several Bollywood actors have successfully managed to quit smoking, serving as inspirations for their fans. If you're also wondering how to quit smoking, here's a look at how 9 Bollywood stars overcame their addiction to cigarettes.??
Known for his dedication to fitness and his electrifying dance moves, Hrithik struggled with smoking for several years. He decided to quit after realizing the negative impact it had on his health and stamina. Hrithik found motivation in Allen Carr's book The Easy Way to Stop Smoking which provided him with a new perspective on his addiction.?
Konkona Sen Sharma, a versatile actress known for her powerful performances, decided to quit smoking for her son's sake. She made a complete lifestyle change during her pregnancy and never got to the old habits.?
Actor Purab Kohli said that he started smoking as it looked quite appealing to him. In his late 20s, he decided to quit this habit. It just happened suddenly. He just work up one morning and decided to quit smoking. To make things easier, he would keep one cigarette always with him. When he felt like smoking, he would pretend to take a drag without lighting it. Purab who calls himself strong-headed successfully managed to quit smoking.
Saif Ali Khan quit his smoking habit after a health scare in 2007 when he was hospitalized with chest pain. He reportedly had a minor heart attack. The incident made him realize that he should now lead a healthier lifestyle.?
Ajay Devgn, who had a long history with smoking, decided to quit after his daughter Nysa expressed her concern about his health. This emotional appeal from his daughter was the turning point for Ajay, who realised the importance of being a role model for his children.
Arjun Rampal, known for his stylish persona on and off-screen, was a heavy smoker for many years. He made the decision to quit after the birth of his baby boy Arik.?
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Ranbir Kapoor had once said, "I quit smoking for four months, then started rolling cigarettes again just last month - just one or two a day. It's something I'm scared of because I've been a nicotine addict since I was 15, and it's the worst kind of addiction. It's taken me trips to Austria, to this doctor who gave me injections in my ears, to help me quit smoking the first time, because I don't think I have the willpower to give it up on my own. But vaping isn't working for me either - you can't leave one habit for another. Eventually it'll just come back more ferociously." For his next film Ramayana, the actor has finally quit smoking.
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