Bella Dowanna denies undergoing bariatric surgery to lose weight

24 Jan - Bella Dowanna has scoffed at the notion that her weight loss was the result of bariatric surgery that seems to be the option for some celebrities in Malaysia.

The 22-year-old actress, who appeared much slimmer in recent months, said that she would not go under the knife to achieve her new weight, and that she has no issue showing her tummy to prove herself.

"This is not a drastic change. It took me a year, and I successfully lost 20kg from my original weight of 85kg," she said.

Her secret? Bella said that she only did OMAD, which is short for "One Meal A Day".

"I would also fast sometimes and reduce my sugar intake. I would also exercise sometimes," she added.

The "Legenda Puteri Qaseh" actress said that she was motivated to lose weight when there is no one forcing her, saying that she will never do it if she was pressed to do it.

Bella, seen here in 2022, has lost 20kg from her original weight
Bella, seen here in 2022, has lost 20kg from her original weight

(Photo Source: Bella Dowanna IG)