Actress Genelia Deshmukh shared her journey towards veganism, beginning with giving up meat in 2017, followed by dairy. Raised in a non-vegetarian household, her initial motivation was personal health, seeking better digestion and energy. She noted a gradual shift, influenced by her love for animals and motherhood, leading her to explore plant-based alternatives and discover new culinary enjoyments beyond traditional vegetarian options like paneer and potatoes.