Arya Permana, hailing from West Java in Indonesia, once weighed a staggering 190 kilograms (419 pounds) at just nine years old. Today, he is barely recognizable thanks to his incredible transformation.

Participating in a weight loss program following surgery, Arya also adopted a strict diet and exercise routine. As a result, he shed half of his body weight, amounting to approximately 110 kilograms.

By the age of 14, Arya had undergone such a remarkable change that he looked nothing like his former self. Prior to his weight loss journey, he consumed five meals a day, each sufficient to fill two adult-sized plates. Simple tasks like washing became challenging, necessitating a custom-built pool for his hygiene needs.

Arya’s mother, Rokayah, revealed that his weight spiraled out of control around the age of eight. She recounted how he would become upset and cry if he didn’t receive the food he desired, often craving noodles, meatball soup, and porridge.

By nine, Arya was unable to walk to school, and by 10, he couldn’t even leave the house. Rokayah intervened, implementing a weight loss diet and arranging for him to undergo bariatric surgery—a procedure that reduces the size of the stomach to aid in extreme weight loss.

Following his surgery, Arya began his journey towards a healthier lifestyle in earnest, with professional bodybuilder Ade Rai offering crucial support and encouragement. Rai emphasized the importance of a balanced diet and motivated Arya and his family to stay committed to his weight loss goals.

Now an active teenager, Arya enjoys engaging in sports like badminton with his friends. His transformation is nothing short of astonishing, as evidenced by a cardboard cutout of his former self—a stark contrast to his current appearance.

However, Arya’s weight loss journey left him with excess skin, necessitating further surgery for its removal. Despite this, Arya’s remarkable transformation serves as a beacon of hope, inspiring others to pursue their own health and wellness goals.