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India Today
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Milind Soman's 86-year-old mother nails skipping, fans call it incredible
Actor and fitness icon Milind Soman, 59, is known for his incredible stamina, long-distance runs, and participation in extreme marathons. But in his latest Instagram post, it was his 86-year-old mother, Usha Soman, who stole the show. The actor shared a video of himself skipping rope alongside his mother and wife Ankita Konwar in a picturesque hillside location, leaving fans in awe of Usha's skipping time Aai is now 86, and skipping is something she does every day, apart from yoga and other movements. Long life, health and happiness to all !!!!!!!!!!!!!!' Milind wrote in his a look at the video: The video, shot on a misty balcony or terrace overlooking a valley, shows mother and son in perfect sync as they skip together. Fans flooded the comments section, praising Usha's fitness levels. 'Aai skipping rope at 86 is truly incredible,' wrote one admirer. Another said, 'That is incredible. May we all learn something from her.' Many expressed hopes of being even 'half as fit' at her age, while others dubbed her 'ultimate fitness goals.' Milind, who began his career as one of India's first male supermodels in the 80s before moving into acting with music videos like 'Made in India' and films such as '16 December', has always been an advocate for an active recent years, he has returned to his athletic roots, taking part in gruelling events like the Berlin Marathon and the Ironman Triathlon.- EndsTrending Reel
Hindustan Times
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Milind Soman's mother stuns the internet by skipping rope like a pro at 86, fans call her 'ultimate fitness goal'. Watch
Actor Milind Soman has long been called a fitness idol. Even at 59, he continues to be supremely fit, participating in long runs and extreme marathons at regular intervals. But he seems to have some in-house competition in the fitness goals department, it seems. The actor posted a video on Instagram on Friday, showing him skipping rope with his mother, 86. Her fitness and agility floored Milind's fans. Milind Soman skipping rope with mom, Usha Soman. Milind Soman's mom wows the internet On Friday, Milind took to Instagram to share two videos that showed him skipping rope somewhere in the hills with his mother, Usha Soman, and wife, Ankita Konwar. "Family skipping time. Aai (Mother) is now 86, and skipping is something she does every day, apart from yoga and other movements. Long life, health and happiness to all," wrote Milind in the caption. The video shows Milind and Usha on the balcony or terrace of a building in a valley, with mist covering the background. Both Milind and his mom matched hops as they skipped rope together. Fans react In the comments section, fans were floored by Milind's mother's fitness at the age of 86. "Aai skipping rope at 86 is truly incredible," wrote one fan. Another commented, "That is incredible. May we all learn something from her." Many wished they were even 'half as fit' when they were her age. Others called her 'ultimate fitness goals'. Some praised Milind and his mom both for being so fitness-oriented. "So it's clearly in the genes! Love to Aai," read one comment. About Milind Soman Milind Soman was a national-level swimmer and athlete as a teenager before he began his career in showbiz as a model in the 80s. One of India's earliest male supermodels, he ruled the ramp in the 90s, before transitioning to acting, first with music videos like Made In India, and then films like 16 December and Rules: Pyaar Ka Superhit Formula. He was most recently seen in Kangana Ranaut's Emergency, released earlier this year. In the last decade, Milind has revived his love for athletics, participating in extreme runs like the Berlin Marathon and the Ironman Triathlon.
Time of India
08-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Milind Soman's mother does skipping every day even at 86
Just like her fitness enthusiast son, 's mother also loves to stay on top of her fitness game even at the age of 86. Milind took to his official handle and dropped a video of himself and her mother skipping on the balcony amidst a cloud-filled, beautiful backdrop. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In the next clip, Milind is replaced by his better half, Ankita Konwar, while his mother keeps going strong. Sharing the inspiring clip on social media, the 'Emergency' actor wrote, "Family skipping time... Aai is now 86, and skipping is something she does every day, apart from yoga and other movements. Long life, health and happiness to all!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Back in July, Milind and Ankita successfully completed the triathlon challenge in Kolhapur, which included a 3.8 km swim in the Rajaram lake, along with 180 km of cycling and a 10 km run. The 59-year-old actor dropped a few videos and photos of the couple riding the bicycle. The post further showed Milind and Ankita posing by the lake and running on the road in the dark. "Superfabulous weekend in Kolhapur, the triathlon capital of India, with @ankita_earthy cycling her first 180km with me, that too after a 3.8km swim in Rajaram did a 10km run post that to cool down. Super support from @vaibhavbelgaonkar and his fantastic team. We will be back!!!!" Milind wrote, spilling his experience of the triathlon. Before this, Milind performed a 30-second pull-up while enjoying the Mumbai rains. The '16 December' actor took to his IG and shared a video of himself performing a slow 30-second push-up on what seemed to be a bar in the park. 'Fittest Jodi' Milind Soman & Ankita Konwar Celebrate India's Fitness Evolution "30seconds up, 30seconds just one is enough! Getting over a bit of jet lag, great to feel the Mumbai rain again .. thank you for your patience @ankita_earthy," he captioned the motivational clip.
Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Actor Dipannita Sharma: Feel proud to be part of India, where brave soldiers are protecting us
Dil diya hai jaan bhi denge, aye watan tere liye — the song from the film Karma (1986) plays in the background as actor Dipannita Sharma walks towards India Gate. Almost as a reflex, she salutes looking towards the iconic monument. 'I feel so proud to be part of this country where we have such brave soldiers who have been protecting us. Sometimes, we don't even know what's going on at the borders and yet live in peace with our families because our soldiers are safeguarding our country and its people,' she muses during her recent trip to the Capital, which marked her theatrical debut on stage as part of a play titled Ishwar. Having debuted in Bollywood with the 2002 film 16 December, where she played an Indian officer, she has the highest regard for those who serve the nation. Post recent tensions at the Indo-Pak border, visiting India Gate has a new meaning for Dipannita now. 'It gives me goosebumps as I recall that just before I boarded the flight to Delhi, at the Mumbai airport I met a young woman who approached me to appreciate my work in a short film. As we started chatting, she showed me a gorgeous picture with her husband, to whom she was married when 23-24 years old; a year or two later, her husband was called to the Siachen border. Before going, the young soldier told his wife that he knew his seniors had not returned from this posting and gave her strength to move on if he didn't return... He didn't return,' shares the 45-year-old, adding, 'As she narrated her life story in a composed manner, I was teary-eyed and filled with pride for our soldiers and their spouses who live and lay their lives for the country. I am now trying to reach out to the young lady on social media.' 'The feeling [of pride] is so alive. In my heart and head, I saw India Gate and paid a tribute to all our soldiers,' Dipannita says. Training for her role, in the movie 16 December, is also steeped in her memory. She recounts, 'I learnt how to hold a gun and the posture of a commando, among other things... Had it not been the character of a strong, resilient woman, who is also an Indian officer, I wouldn't have made my debut back then.' Dipannita portrays the mythological character of Sita, in the play Ishwar. 'But this Sita is not a damsel in distress,' she shares, as she looks back on the time she performed in a stage play for the first time ever. 'I was in class 2 or 3, and played an old woman with my back bent and paan stains around my mouth. This play was written by my Aaita (maternal grandmother in Assamese) and directed by my mother. From then till now, one thing has remained a constant — butterflies in the stomach before going on the stage (smiles)!' The actor, who hails from the Northeast, reminisces the good old days when she was pursuing graduation from Delhi University's Indraprastha College For Women and 'the same year took part in Miss India'. Recalling her #CampusKeDin, she shares: 'It was my first evening out in Delhi as a hosteller and I visited India Gate along with other college mates for the first time. After that we started visiting quite often and would bring rice, dal and vegetables to have dinner in picnic style, followed by ice cream from the carts that are always around this area. Sometimes, we would head to Connaught Place after dinner to grab a hot chocolate fudge. Those college days were so fun!'
