In what came as a shock for not only bodybuilding community but also Punjabi film industry, Varinder Singh Ghuman on Thursday died. He was only 53-years-old. As per information received, the 53-year-old reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest while undergoing treatment for a shoulder injury at a private hospital in Amritsar.
While the bodybuilder's death has left everyone in shock, Varinder Singh Ghuman's last Instagram post has also gone viral now.
Notably, Varinder Singh Ghuman on Wednesday had posted a condolance message for Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda. Rajvir Jawanda died on Wednesday after batting for life for over 10 days at Fortis Mohali. Jawanda was seriously injured in a bike accident.
Varinder Singh Ghuman on Rajvir Jawanda had wrote, "(Translated version) RIP Brother ..Punjab and the Punjabi music industry have suffered a huge loss. May Waheguru give strength to the family."
Known for his towering physique, discipline, and gentle demeanour off stage, Varinder Ghuman was more than just a name in Indian bodybuilding circles—he was a symbol of dedication and perseverance. A native of Jalandhar, Ghuman rose to prominence after winning the Mr. India title in 2009 and later securing a position at the Mr. Asia championships. His vegetarian diet and advocacy for natural bodybuilding made him a unique figure in a field often associated with heavy supplementation.
Ghuman’s fame wasn’t confined to the stage. His imposing frame and charismatic personality led him to the world of cinema, where he featured in Punjabi films likeKabaddi Once Again and Bollywood’s Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans. He also gained international attention after being signed by bodybuilding legend Arnold Schwarzenegger to promote his health supplement brand in India—a milestone that made him one of the few Indian athletes to represent an international bodybuilding icon.
In recent years, Ghuman had reportedly been exploring opportunities beyond sports, with talks of possible political involvement surfacing earlier this year. His social media posts often reflected his desire to “inspire the youth of Punjab towards fitness and discipline.”
