Punjabi Actor and Bodybuilder Varinder Singh Ghuman Passes Away at 42
Sad news as Punjabi actor and fitness icon Varinder Singh Ghuman passes at age 42
Varinder Singh Ghuman, well-known bodybuilder and actor, tragically passed away at the age of 42 due to a heart attack. The confirmation of his death came from Sukjinder Singh Randhawa, a former Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab, who shared the news via his X account late Thursday evening. Ghuman had recently appeared in the film Tiger 3, featuring Salman Khan.
Heartfelt Tributes Pour In
In a heartfelt message, Sukjinder Singh expressed his sadness over Varinder’s passing. He stated, “Hearing the news of the sudden demise of Punjab’s famous bodybuilder and actor Virender Singh Ghuman ji has left my heart very saddened. With his hard work and discipline, he illuminated Punjab’s name across the world. May Waheguru ji grant his soul eternal abode at His feet and give strength to the family to bear this sorrowful blow…”
Furthermore, Parjat Singh, a former captain of the Indian Hockey Team, shared his condolences on X as well. “It’s deeply painful to learn that famed bodybuilder and actor Varinder Singh Ghuman Ji passed away from a heart attack. He was a devoted vegetarian, built his body with discipline and grace. May Waheguru grant his departed soul eternal peace and give strength to his family to bear this loss.”
Additional Insights on Ghuman’s Career
Reports indicate that Varinder experienced a heart attack while undergoing treatment at Fortis Hospital in Amritsar, where he passed away around 5:30 PM on October 10. Ghuman was not only a talented actor but also a celebrated bodybuilder, having secured the title of Mr. India in 2009 and coming in second in Mr. Asia. He made his film debut with Kabaddi Once More in 2012 and went on to star in various Bollywood productions like Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans (2014) and Marjaavaan (2019).
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