Actors Who Completely Transformed for a Role

Christian Bale's unbelievable Transformation

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Charlize Theron Became Unrecognizable in Monster

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Aamir Khan’s Jaw-Dropping Shift in Dangal

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Matthew McConaughey’s Extreme Weight Drop in Dallas Buyers Club

Lost 47 pounds to portray an AIDS patient, winning an Oscar for the role.

JoaquinPhoenix’s Eerie Look for Joker

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Tom Hardy’s Intense Bulk-Up in Bronson

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Renée Zellweger’s Yo-Yo Weight Gain in Bridget Jones's Diary (1&2)

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Robert De Niro’s Boxer Transformation in Raging Bull

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Jared Leto’s Extreme Body Swings in Dallas Buyers Club & Chapter 27

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Chris Hemsworth’s Starvation Diet in Film 'In the Heart of the Sea'

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Dedication to Their Craft! These actors went the extra mile for their roles! Who impressed you the most?

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