Popular Indian bodybuilder and actor Varinder Singh Ghuman passed away at the age of 42 after suffering a heart attack. The news of his untimely demise was confirmed on Thursday evening by Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, former Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab and current Member of Parliament, who expressed deep sorrow over the loss on his official X handle.

Randhawa shared that Ghuman's passing was a great loss to Punjab, noting that the renowned bodybuilder had brought immense pride to the state through his dedication, discipline, and talent. He offered prayers for Ghuman's soul and strength to his family during this difficult time.

ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੇ ਮਸ਼ਹੂਰ ਬਾਡੀਬਿਲਡਰ ਤੇ ਅਦਾਕਾਰ ਵਰਿੰਦਰ ਸਿੰਘ ਘੁੰਮਣ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਅਚਾਨਕ ਦੇਹਾਂਤ ਦੀ ਖ਼ਬਰ ਸੁਣ ਕੇ ਦਿਲ ਬਹੁਤ ਦੁਖੀ ਹੈ।ਉਹਨਾਂ ਨੇ ਆਪਣੀ ਸਖ਼ਤ ਮਿਹਨਤ, ਅਨੁਸ਼ਾਸਨ ਤੇ ਕਾਬਲੀਅਤ ਨਾਲ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦਾ ਨਾਮ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਭਰ 'ਚ ਰੌਸ਼ਨ ਕੀਤਾ।ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਉਹਨਾਂ ਦੀ ਆਤਮਾ ਨੂੰ ਚਰਣਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਨਿਵਾਸ ਬਖ਼ਸ਼ਣ ਤੇ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਇਹ ਦੁਖਦਾਇਕ ਭਾਣਾ... twitter/ZVQHUNWVf6

- Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa (@Sukhjinder_INC) October 9, 2025

Former Indian Hockey Team captain Parjat Singh also expressed grief, remembering Ghuman as a disciplined vegetarian athlete who built an impressive physique through hard work and perseverance. He extended condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for peace to Ghuman's departed soul.

According to a report by The Tribune, Ghuman passed away while undergoing treatment at Fortis Hospital in Amritsar. A senior doctor confirmed that he took his last breath around 5:30 PM on October 10.

Who was Varinder Singh Ghuman

Varinder Singh Ghuman was a celebrated professional bodybuilder who won the Mr. India title in 2009 and secured second place in Mr. Asia. He made his Punjabi film debut with Kabaddi Once More in 2012 and went on to feature in several films including Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans (2014), Marjaavaan (2019), and Tiger 3 (2023) alongside Salman Khan.

His legacy as one of India's finest bodybuilders and a proud ambassador of Punjabi talent will continue to inspire generations to come.

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