Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 24, 2025 · Entertainment

Sacha Baron Cohen's Secret to Marvel Hero Muscles: Inside the Transformation!

Sacha Baron Cohen revealed he leaned on an Oscar-winning pal to help him bulk up for his latest role; (seen in March)

Sacha Baron Cohen's Jaw-Dropping Transformation: A Superhero Secret Revealed!

In a shocking revelation, Sacha Baron Cohen has spilled the beans on his dramatic weight gain for his latest role as Marvel's newest supervillain, Mephisto. The 53-year-old comedian, known for his outrageous stunts and hilarious characters in movies like Borat and Bruno, has undergone an astonishing transformation to take on this iconic role.

But what's even more surprising is that Sacha didn't go it alone in achieving this impressive physique. According to the latest issue of Men's Fitness UK, he turned to none other than Oscar-winning pal Matthew McConaughey for help! Yes, you read that right - our favorite comedy star needed a little nudge from his mate to get into superhero shape.

The 53-year-old comedian underwent a jaw-dropping transformation to play Marvel¿s newest supervillain, Mephisto ¿ and he¿s showing off the results in the latest issue of Men¿s Fitness UK

In an exclusive chat with Men's Fitness UK, Sacha confessed that he had just three short weeks to transform himself into a buff and brawny supervillain. With no time to waste, he phoned Matthew McConaughey for assistance - but not before asking him who he was and how he got his number! The comedy legend quipped about the phone call, saying: "After asking who I was and how I'd gotten his number, he finally gave me Alfonso's contact."

With only a few weeks to get in shape, Sacha connected with celebrity trainer Alfonso Moretti over FaceTime. In what must have been an embarrassing moment for many of us, the actor stripped down to his underwear so Moretti could assess his starting point. But don't worry, folks - Sacha's transformation wasn't just about sacrificing his dignity; it was about getting fit and healthy.

According to trainer Alfonso Moretti, Sacha's secret to success lay in short, frequent workouts that didn't break the bank (literally!). With a focus on fiber-rich foods and protein-packed meals, he managed to get ripped without sacrificing an hour of sleep each night. Yes, you read that right - our favorite comedy star got fit while still getting enough rest.

Desperate for help, he turned to longtime friend Matthew McConaughey to get the contact number of celebrity trainer Alfonso Moretti, known for whipping stars into shape on impossible deadlines; (seen in 2024)

Sacha's workout plan was no joke; it involved a strict 25-minute daily routine that included 100 push-ups every day! But what's even more impressive is that he managed to stick to the plan despite being on set for long hours. He admitted, "I had the core strength of an arthritic jellyfish... but the short sessions made it so much easier to stay consistent."

Trainer Moretti couldn't be prouder of his new client's achievement, posting on Instagram: "Sacha trusted my process and followed the plan exactly. Not only did he earn better health and fitness with incredible aesthetics, but also... The COVER of Men's Fitness!!!"

But what about Sacha's recent claims that Ozempic had something to do with his dramatic new look? Well, it looks like he was just joking - or at least that's what his reps have confirmed. In a statement released to thescholarlynote.com, they insisted: "Sacha was only joking when he said he used all three methods (Ozempic, private chefs, and personal trainers). His ripped body is all down to hard work."

Sacha's new look is a far cry from his Borat character, a journalist from Kazakhstan (pictured)

Now, we can't help but wonder if Sacha's dramatic weight gain has anything to do with his recent split from wife Isla Fisher after over 20 years together. Whatever the reason may be, one thing is for sure - our favorite comedy star is looking better than ever!

The impressive feature in Men's Fitness UK lands just as Sacha seems to be walking back his eyebrow-raising claim that Ozempic had anything to do with his dramatic new look. After debuting his chiseled muscles on the cover of Men's Fitness UK, he re-shared the photoshoot on social media, captioning the snaps: "Some celebs use Ozempic, some use private chefs, some use personal trainers. I did all three." However, as we mentioned earlier, it seems like this was just a joke - but only time will tell if he'll be sticking to his new fitness routine.

So there you have it, folks! Sacha Baron Cohen's secret to getting fit and healthy revealed - and it involves no fads or gimmicks. With the help of his friend Matthew McConaughey and celebrity trainer Alfonso Moretti, our favorite comedy star has achieved an impressive physique without sacrificing his dignity (or too much sleep!).

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