India, Sept. 28 -- At 52, actor-turned-politician Vijay continues to follow a disciplined approach to food and fitness. According to his fitness trainer Naresh Kumar, who worked with Vijay on films including Master (2021), the actor prefers simple, home-cooked meals and focuses on portion control rather than restrictive eating.

In a May 2026 interview with Times Now, Naresh has also revealed that Vijay carries his own food during hectic schedules, including political rallies, and avoids outside and junk food. (Also read: 'Angrezi vs Indian uncle': Fitness coach compares 80-year-old men in West doing push-ups to Indian men with pot bellies )

In an April 2022 interaction with IBC Mangai, Naresh said Vijay does not completely restrict hims...