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All you need to know about Soman Rana

All you need to know about Soman Rana

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Soman Rana’s sporting career has been defined by resilience and reinvention. A former national-level boxer whose military service was interrupted by a life-changing landmine blast, the Indian Army Subedar has rebuilt himself into one of India’s leading para shot put athletes. After representing the country at two Paralympic Games and winning his first World Championships medal in 2025, the 43-year-old now prepares for another major challenge at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Early days Born on January 16, 1983, in Bihar, Soman joined the Indian Army’s 2nd Battalion of the 8 Gorkha Rifles, where sport remained an integral part of his life. Before entering para-athletics, he was an accomplished boxer who competed in the middleweight category for the Services Sports Control Board. He reached the quarter-finals of the 2005 Senior National Boxing Championships and trained alongside some of India’s leading boxers, including Vijender Singh. In December 2006, while on a search operation in the Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir, Soman stepped on a landmine. The blast resulted in the amputation of his right leg below …

Milind Soman planted 30,000 trees at his Lonavala house: ‘People were burning everything’ | Bollywood News

Milind Soman planted 30,000 trees at his Lonavala house: ‘People were burning everything’ | Bollywood News

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5 min readMumbaiJun 13, 2026 11:57 AM IST Once a supermodel and long regarded as the epitome of fitness, Milind Soman has been away from mainstream Hindi films for quite some time. He was last seen in Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency, where he played the role of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. Recently, the actor opened up about his absence from Hindi cinema and why film offers have become infrequent. He also spoke about planting 30,000 trees at his home in Lonavala. ‘I have planted more than 30,000 trees myself’ During a conversation on Sonu Sharma’s YouTube channel, Milind also spoke about his property in Lonavala and his deep personal commitment to environmental conservation. “I have a place in Lonavala where I have planted more than 30,000 trees myself. When I bought it in 1997, I told myself I had to plant trees there because what people had done earlier was burn everything to the ground. Developers sometimes come and, to showcase land, they cut down trees. It’s a very sad thing.” A few years ago, speaking …

Shahana Goswami admits being in open relationship after split with Milind Soman

Shahana Goswami admits being in open relationship after split with Milind Soman

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Actor Shahana Goswami, best known for her performances in films like Heroine, Zwigato, and Santosh, recently opened up about her idea of love. She admitted to being in an open relationship. She also recalled her relationship with Milind Soman and revealed why they parted ways. Shahana Goswami admits being in an open relationship In an interview with Siddharth Kannan, the actress opened up about love and said, “At this point, I don’t even have one primary partner like that. I have many people with whom I have long-standing dynamics, but it’s not casual. None of it is casual for me. We all have a lot of friends. Every friendship is different.” She further said, “So for me, at this point, openness means there’s no clear-cut partnership with anyone, but there is this feeling of long-term bonding and connection that stays with you, no matter what form it takes. Sometimes it’s just friendship. Sometimes it might be physical too. There’s no need to force it into some specific direction. The baseline is simple: love and friendship. …

From ‘stalker’ phase to texting: How Shahana Goswami actually ended up dating Milind Soman | Bollywood News

From ‘stalker’ phase to texting: How Shahana Goswami actually ended up dating Milind Soman | Bollywood News

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Before tying the knot with Ankita Konwar in 2018, actor-model Milind Soman was in a long-term relationship with actor Shahana Goswami. In a recent podcast, Shahana opened up about their love story, and reflected on the reasons behind their breakup. During a candid chat with Siddharth Kannan, Shahana recalled approaching Milind as a fan and said, “When I was 16-17 years old, I was in Delhi and one of Milind’s film (Rules: Pyaar Ka Superhit Formula) had released at that time. My school friends and I went to see that film. I also thought why are we going to watch a model’s film? It would have very bad acting, but I was mesmerised by Milind in the film. He acted very well. The film was also very sweet.” She continued, “After the film, I was obsessed with him. See how destiny played. I was trying to find his address on the internet to send letters, and I came across his landline number. During that time, my father had gifted me a cellphone, which was very …

Milind Soman on facing backlash over his 26-year age gap with Ankita Konwar: ‘It didn’t bother me but…’

Milind Soman on facing backlash over his 26-year age gap with Ankita Konwar: ‘It didn’t bother me but…’

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When Milind Soman and Ankita Konwar tied the knot on April 22, 2018, their relationship instantly became a talking point. With Soman born in 1965 and Konwar in 1991, the 26-year age gap drew attention, curiosity, and at times, criticism. Over the years, however, the couple has consistently maintained that their bond is rooted in understanding and mutual respect. Milind Soman and Ankita Konwar Dealing with trolls and public scrutiny In a recent interaction with Zoom, the conversation around their relationship has often extended to social media, where unsolicited opinions followed closely. In a recent interaction, Soman addressed how the trolling phase impacted them — particularly Ankita. “It didn’t bother me. It would have bothered Ankita because her experience was limited. We discussed it. I told her that they don’t know who you are and they don’t know who I am, so whatever they say is their opinion and she understood it very quickly, big credit to her,” he said. He added that their strong connection helped them move past the noise with ease. “After …

Milind Soman admits trolling affected Ankita Konwar over their 26-year age gap: ‘Her experience was limited’ | Bollywood News

Milind Soman admits trolling affected Ankita Konwar over their 26-year age gap: ‘Her experience was limited’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readChennaiMar 23, 2026 04:31 PM IST Model and actor Milind Soman, a heartthrob for generations, made headlines back in 2018 when he decided to tie the knot with Ankita Konwar, who is 26 years younger than him. Naturally, this unconventional marriage saw people targeting the couple, trolling Milind, who was 52 at the time, for marrying a 26-year-old Ankita. The couple braved it all together, but in a recent interaction, the model admitted that his wife was affected by the trolls and shared how he helped her cope with it. Speaking to Zoom, Milind said, “It didn’t bother me. It would have bothered Ankita because her experience was limited. We discussed it. I told her that they don’t know who you are and they don’t know who I am, so whatever they say is their opinion and she understood it very quickly, big credit to her.” He added, “After that she wasn’t bothered about it and I think that’s also because of the closeness of our relationship. Today there is much more approval …

Milind Soman Praises Vijay Sethupathi, Opens Up On Working With Him In Kaattaan: ‘He Is So Accessible’ | Web-series News

Milind Soman Praises Vijay Sethupathi, Opens Up On Working With Him In Kaattaan: ‘He Is So Accessible’ | Web-series News

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Last Updated:March 14, 2026, 10:33 IST Milind Soman said Vijay Sethupathi makes work comfortable, and there was no ‘tension or coldness’ while working with him in their upcoming series Kaattaan. Milind Soman Praises Vijay Sethupathi, Opens Up On Working With Him In Kaattaan Actor and fitness enthusiast Milind Soman, in an exclusive conversation with IANS, has shared what it felt like to work with South superstar Vijay Sethupathi in their upcoming series Kaattaan. The actor spoke how despite being a star, Vijay is full of humility and is extremely accessible. Speaking about his experience, Milind said, “I had liked the story, and had liked my character as well, but more, I liked the fact that the show was with Vijay Sethupathi.” He added, “Vijay makes everything so comfortable. He’s so accessible. You can talk to him about anything. And even within the scene, when you are working, there is no tension or coldness. He’s just so easy to work with.” Talking about working with the Kaattaan team, Milind said, “Everybody wants to just collaborate and …

Milind Soman reveals his fitness secret at 60: ‘I feel stronger lighter and freer than I did at 30’ | Bollywood News

Milind Soman reveals his fitness secret at 60: ‘I feel stronger lighter and freer than I did at 30’ | Bollywood News

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Milind Soman is a model, actor, fitness icon, and Ironman triathlete and even at 60 he continues to redefine ageing and wellness in India. Milind is known for his timeless charm and extraordinary discipline, and he has indeed inspired generations to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle. Whether it’s running barefoot marathons or promoting sustainable fitness, the 60-year-old remains a symbol of endurance, balance, and self-belief. Milind Soman recently turned 60 on November 4 and he continues to defy every stereotype about ageing and fitness. Recently, speaking to Bombay Times, he shared how crossing this age milestone felt less like getting older and more like a reminder of everything that discipline, balance, and consistency can achieve. While most people slow down at his age, Milind Soman is out there running marathons, cycling across ghats, and inspiring millions. The actor shared in his interaction that age doesn’t slow you down; inconsistency and indiscipline do. He also added how at 60, he feels stronger, lighter, and freer than he did at 30. Story continues below this ad …

Milind Soman recharges with some scuba & yoga sessions in the Maldives

Milind Soman recharges with some scuba & yoga sessions in the Maldives

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Actor and fitness junkie Milind Soman recharged himself with some exciting scuba and yoga sessions during his current visit to the Maldives.  `The Royals` actor is accompanied by his better half, Ankita Konwar, who is busy conducting yoga sessions in the Maldives. The photos dropped by Soman on his official Instagram account showed the couple posing amidst the water for some stunning clicks. The post further had a picture of Konwar conducting a yoga session on the beach. We also got a glimpse of the couple`s scuba diving session, along with an adorable selfie. Posting the photos, Soman wrote on the photo-sharing app, “Scuba and yoga in the Maldives !!! Always amazing to be back and this time was even more special because @ankita_earthy was conducting yoga sessions along with the dive schedule, it was tough and tiring, so proud of her…we had about 16 dives, each one more spectacular than the last! Beautiful, incredible coral.”           View this post on Instagram                     …

Soman Rana puts Paris Paralympics disappointment behind; eyes World C’ship gold

Soman Rana puts Paris Paralympics disappointment behind; eyes World C’ship gold

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Chennai: At the Paris 2024 Paralympics, Para shot putter Soman Rana was a strong medal favorite. But much to his dismay, he was unable to bring his A-game and returned empty handed while. His compatriot Hokato Sema won the F57 bronze. At the 2025 National Para Athletics Championships here, Soman had his redemption. He put the horrors of the Paralympics behind to win the gold. “In Paris, I was sure of wining a medal but things did not work out,” Soman told The Bridge. “My body did not work as much as I wanted it to, and I was left behind. Soman holds the national record in the F57 Shot Put with a best effort of 15.02m. But he settled for a 14.42m throw at the nationals, which got him gold over Hokato Sema, who finished second. “I was on a break for three to four months after the Paris Paralympics. The performance [at the nationals] was good despite such a long break,” said Soman. From the battlefield to the podium Soman Rana’s journey is …