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Building Muscle for Money? 'Just Know My True Intentions' - Ezaidi Aziz
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Building Muscle for Money? 'Just Know My True Intentions' - Ezaidi Aziz

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actor Ezaidi Aziz denied allegations that his recent bodybuilding efforts were for illicit income or to attract specific attention.
  • He stated his renewed focus on fitness is to meet acting career demands and improve his health and confidence.
  • Aziz explained his physical transformation is linked to a current role requiring a strong physique, similar to Prince Mateen.

Malaysian actor Ezaidi Aziz has firmly denied claims that his recent efforts to build muscle are aimed at generating illicit income or attracting undue attention. The 31-year-old, whose full name is Mohamed Ezaidi Ab Aziz, asserts that his return to the gym is purely driven by professional commitments and a desire to enhance his health and self-assurance on camera.

Aziz revealed that his physical transformation is directly related to a current acting role that requires him to appear strong and well-built, drawing a comparison to the physique of Prince Mateen. "The thought never crossed my mind. I am rebuilding my body due to work commitments and wanting to look healthier and more confident in front of the camera," he stated.

The thought never crossed my mind. I am rebuilding my body due to work commitments and wanting to look healthier and more confident in front of the camera.

โ€” Ezaidi AzizThe actor explaining his motivation for bodybuilding.

He acknowledged that the physical changes achieved through consistent training have significantly boosted his self-confidence. Previously struggling with shyness and low self-esteem, Aziz now feels more comfortable and assured when interacting with the public. "I used to be quite thin and lacked self-confidence. Now I feel more comfortable and confident when facing people," he shared.

I used to be quite thin and lacked self-confidence. Now I feel more comfortable and confident when facing people.

โ€” Ezaidi AzizThe actor describing the impact of his fitness journey on his self-esteem.

Addressing the accusations, Aziz expressed bewilderment as to why such claims would arise, deeming them unfair. He stressed the importance of verifying information before spreading speculation. "I don't know why some people make such comments. We are all human and prone to mistakes. Don't judge too quickly, or it might come back to you," he advised.

Earlier, a post by Ezaidi on the Threads platform showcasing his bodybuilding journey had garnered various reactions, including accusations that his actions were intended to 'lure' attention from prominent figures.

I don't know why some people make such comments. We are all human and prone to mistakes. Don't judge too quickly, or it might come back to you.

โ€” Ezaidi AzizThe actor responding to accusations and urging caution against premature judgment.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.