Aditya 'Romeo' Dev
Born	1988 (age 21) Phagwara, India
Occupation	Body Builder, Entertainer, Dancer

Aditya 'Romeo' Dev is a body builder with dwarfism made famous by being reported in the UK press in February 2008.^[1] Romeo can shoulder press custom made 1.5kg dumbbells, a notable feat given his 9kg (20 lbs.) body weight and 84cm (2' 9") stature.^[2] Although it has not been published in a Guinness World Records book, in 2006 they recognized him to be the "world's smallest bodybuilder".^[3]

Unlike many dwarfs, Romeo is well proportioned, having a head of 38cm (15 inches) and a chest of 51cm (20 inches). He maintains his figure by putting in long hours with his trainer Ranjeet Pal.^[4]

Romeo enjoys great fame in his home country and makes many appearances on local television to show off his dancing abilities.^[2] In addition to bodybuilding, Romeo's dream is to travel extensively as an entertainer and dancer. One day he hopes to perform in London with his idol Jazzy B.^[1]

In summer of 2008, Aditya was diagnosed with aneurysms which, if left untreated, are a serious threat to his life. Aneurysms and Moyamoya are common symptoms of the syndrome MOPD II, which is the cause of Aditya's small stature.^[5]

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NAME	Dev, Aditya
ALTERNATIVE NAMES	Dev, Aditya 'Romeo'
SHORT DESCRIPTION	Body Builder, Entertainer, Dancer
DATE OF BIRTH	1988
PLACE OF BIRTH	Phagwara, India
DATE OF DEATH
PLACE OF DEATH