A 26-year-old Vietnamese man has gone viral online after revealing a dramatic physical transformation that many social media users say left him completely unrecognizable.
Nguyen Viet Anh, a resident of Hanoi, said he lost 38 kilograms in just six months through home workouts and strict dieting during the COVID-19 lockdown period.
According to him, years of bullying over his weight motivated him to completely change his lifestyle and appearance.
“From childhood until middle school, I was constantly teased because of my appearance,” he reportedly said.
Beyond weight loss, Viet Anh also credited “mewing” exercises — a viral facial technique involving tongue posture — for helping reshape his jawline and facial structure.
The shocking before-and-after photos quickly spread across social media, with many users questioning whether plastic surgery was involved.
However, Viet Anh strongly denied undergoing cosmetic surgery, insisting that his transformation came from weight loss, facial exercises and an improved fashion style.
His new appearance reportedly opened doors in the modelling industry, where he now works professionally while studying Biomedical Engineering at Phenikaa University.
The 26-year-old also became an image ambassador for the university in 2025 and is reportedly aiming to compete in the Mr. Tourism Vietnam 2026 contest.
His story has continued to attract reactions online, with many praising his discipline while others remain sceptical about the extent of the transformation.