Beloved Indian bodybuilder and actor Varinder Singh Ghuman has died at the age of 42, leaving fans and the fitness world heartbroken. As per a report in The Independent, the champion athlete reportedly suffered a fatal heart attack on Thursday while receiving treatment for a shoulder injury at Fortis Escorts Hospital.
In a statement confirming the news, the hospital said Ghuman was evaluated on October 6 for shoulder pain and restricted movement. âFollowing clinical assessment, arthroscopic rotator cuff repair with biceps tenodesis was advised. The patient had no known comorbidities,â the medical team shared.
âAt approximately 3:35 p.m., the patient developed a sudden cardiac arrhythmia. The anaesthesia, cardiology, cardiac anaesthesia, and critical care teams immediately initiated advanced resuscitation measures. Despite sustained and coordinated efforts, the patient could not be revived and was declared dead at 5:36 p.m.,â the statement added.
Remembering a Trailblazer in Bodybuilding
Born in Gurdaspur, India, Ghuman was celebrated as one of the worldâs first vegetarian professional bodybuilders. He rose to fame after winning Mr. India in 2009, later finishing as runner-up at Mr. Asia, and representing India on the global bodybuilding stage.
His dedication to the sport caught the attention of Arnold Schwarzenegger, who personally hired him to promote his health and fitness brand across Asia. Ghumanâs combination of discipline and charisma made him one of the most recognizable faces in Indian fitness.
From Stage to Screen: Ghumanâs Acting Career
Beyond bodybuilding, Ghuman made his mark in film, starring in several Punjabi and Bollywood movies between 2012 and 2023.
He appeared in projects such as “Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans” and “Kabaddi Once Again”, and most recently portrayed Shakeel in “Tiger 3”, alongside Indian Superstar Salman Khan.
Known for his larger-than-life screen presence and down-to-earth personality, Ghuman had become an inspiration for aspiring athletes and actors alike.
Tributes & Awareness After His Passing
Tributes have poured in from across the bodybuilding and entertainment communities, with fans calling Ghuman âan icon of disciplineâ and âa legend gone too soon.â
His passing also comes amid a troubling pattern of bodybuilder deaths linked to cardiac issues. Studies from the European Society of Cardiology reveal that professional bodybuilders face a five-times higher risk of sudden cardiac death compared to amateurs.
As the fitness world mourns, Ghumanâs legacy continues to inspire a generation of athletes dedicated to strength, health, and perseverance.
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