Bollywood and Punjabi actor-bodybuilder Varinder Ghuman has passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest during surgery in Amritsar. Known for Tiger 3 and Kabaddi Once Again, his sudden death leaves fans and the film world in mourning.
On October 9, 2025, Varinder Singh Ghuman, a famous actor and professional bodybuilder, died undergoing surgery in Amritsar. This was a huge loss for the Indian entertainment and fitness industries. Reports say that while he was having shoulder surgery at Fortis Hospital, he had a huge heart attack. Despite doctors’ efforts, Ghuman could not be revived.
From Bodybuilding to Stardom: The Rise of a Champion
The story of Varinder Ghuman is one that inspires. He was born in Punjab and worked his way up from a poor background to become one of India’s most famous bodybuilders.
He won Mr. India in 2009 and came in second in Mr. Asia, which made Indian bodybuilding famous around the world.
He was also regarded as the first professional bodybuilder in the world to be a vegetarian, which showed that discipline and diet could go against stereotypes. His amazing body quickly got him an IFBB Pro Card, making him one of India’s best bodybuilders.
Ghuman made a name for himself in both Punjabi cinema and Bollywood by using his big personality and athletic presence to make the switch to movies.
He has been in many movies, including several popular titles.
- Kabaddi Once Again (Punjabi)
- Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans
- Marjaavaan
- Tiger 3, opposite Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif
The Tragic End: What Happened in Amritsar
Reports say that Ghuman went to Fortis Hospital for a planned shoulder operation. The procedure was normal until he had a heart attack. At the time of his death, he was 41 years old.
Doctors said that even though he got medical help right away, his condition got worse very quickly. Friends and family hurried to the hospital, but they couldn’t see him before he died.
Industry in Mourning: Tributes Pour In
The loss has devastated the Punjabi and Bollywood film communities as well as the fitness community.
Famous people, other actors, and athletes have all gone to social media to talk about how sad they are. People have called him “a powerhouse of inspiration,” “a true champion,” and “a humble soul with an unbreakable will.”
Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu and other politicians have sent their condolences and remembered Ghuman’s contributions to Punjab’s cultural identity.
Beyond Cinema: His Vision for Youth & Society
Varinder Ghuman was more than just an actor. He had announced plans to enter politics, intending to contest in the 2027 Punjab Assembly Elections. His purpose was to give youth more power through sports, fitness, and anti-drug programs.
In several interviews, he said that being physically active was a means to keep young people away from negative influences and promote self-discipline and ambition.
A legacy that lives on
Varinder Ghuman has left behind an amazing legacy that goes beyond movies and bodybuilding. His life story shows how determined, strong, and passionate he was.
- Fitness Icon: Showed that a vegetarian diet can keep muscles and strength at a world-class level.
- Actor and performer: He easily connected regional cinema with Bollywood.
- Youth Mentor: Pushed for mental and physical health as the key to success.
💬 “At News Heaven, we send our deepest sympathies to Varinder Ghuman’s family and followers. His commitment to health, movies, and helping young people will always inspire others.
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