Who Was Varinder Singh Ghuman? Salman Khan's Co-Star Dies Due To Heart Attack

Varinder Singh Ghuman’s death due to a heart attack at 42 has left everyone shocked. He was not only a celebrated bodybuilder but also an actor, who had worked with the Bollywood superstar Salman Khan.

While social media is flooded with fans paying tribute to Ghuman, let’s take a look at his career:

Who Was Varinder Singh Ghuman?

Varinder Singh Ghuman was a renowned Indian bodybuilder and actor who left an indelible mark in the fields of sports and entertainment. Born with a passion for fitness, Ghuman rose to fame after winning the Mr. India title in 2009 and securing second place in the Mr. Asia competition. He became the first Indian bodybuilder to earn an IFBB pro card and represented Arnold Schwarzenegger’s brand in Asia.

Ghuman made his acting debut with the Punjabi film Kabaddi Once More in 2012 and went on to feature in Hindi films such as Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans (2014) and Marjaavaan (2019). His most recent appearance was in Salman Khan’s Tiger 3 (2023), where he played a supporting role.

Known for his vegetarian lifestyle and immense discipline, Ghuman had earned global recognition for breaking stereotypes in bodybuilding and inspiring young fitness enthusiasts across India.

Ghuman was also planning to contest the Punjab assembly polls in 2027.

RIP Ghuman: Tributes Pour In

Parjat Singh, former captain of the Indian Hockey Team, took to his X handle to pay his tributes to Ghuman. “It’s deeply painful to learn that famed body-builder 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,” he wrote.

Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, former Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab and Member of Parliament, also expressed his shock and wrote, “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, discipline, and ability, 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.”