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Gulf Today
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
I've never thrived on external validation: Saiyami Kher
Saiyami Kher has completed her second Ironman 70.3 Triathlon and has become the only Indian actor to have commenced the race twice within a year. She completed it on July 6, 2025, in Jönköping, Sweden. The Ironman 70.3, is one of the most grueling endurance challenges in the world, testing athletes across 1.9 km of open water swimming, 90 km of cycling, and a 21.1 km half marathon run all within a single day. 'People often ask why I put myself through this kind of torture. The truth is, it's not about proving anything to the world. I've never thrived on external validation. For me, endurance sport is deeply personal — it's a race against my own doubts.' 'This year, my only goal was to be better than I was last year. And I did just that,' said Saiyami in a heartfelt post after the race. She added: 'As a woman it's additionally a big pain to do such a physically challenging activity with your period but it's just a reminder that it's always mind over matter. There's a strange, quiet pride in finishing something that once felt impossible. A deep joy.' As per a statement, Saiyami had earlier completed her first Ironman 70.3 in September 2024, marking her debut in the international endurance racing circuit. Her second race in Sweden was the European championship and came with additional challenges including cold waters, relentless hills, strong headwinds. Saiyami managed to finish 32 minutes faster than her previous race. On the work front, the actress has 'Special Ops 2,' which stars Kay Kay Menon, Vinay Pathak, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Karan Tacker, Arif Zakaria amongst other actors. The show will start streaming from July 11. Special Ops, which was first released in 2020, is an action espionage thriller series directed by Neeraj Pandey. It stars Kay Kay Menon as Himmat Singh, a member of Research and Analysis Wing, forms a team of five agents, in order to track down a person, who is the mastermind of the terror attacks which took place in India. The actress was recently seen in 'Jaat' starring Sunny Deol and Randeep Hooda. Directed by Gopichand Malineni, the film also stars Regina Cassandra in lead roles alongside Jagapathi Babu, Ramya Krishnan, Vineet Kumar Singh, Prashant Bajaj, Zarina Wahab, P. Ravi Shankar and Babloo Prithiveeraj. Saiyami made her debut with the 2015 Telugu film 'Rey' and appeared in Rakesh Omprakash Mehra's Punjabi folklore 'Mirza Sahiban' based Hindi film 'Mirzya' opposite Harshvardhan Kapoor in the following year. Meanwhile, Saiyami has opened up about returning to the sets of 'Special Ops Season 2' after five years, describing it as a deeply nostalgic and enriching experience. Stepping back into a world she once called home, the actress shared how reconnecting with familiar faces and revisiting her character brought a rush of memories and emotions. Reflecting on the experience, Saiyami shared, 'Returning to the sets of Special Ops after five years was deeply nostalgic. It brought back a flood of memories from the intensity of the scenes to the camaraderie we shared as a team.' 'Collaborating again with Neeraj Pandey sir and Kay Kay Menon continues to be a valuable learning experience. Both of them bring so much depth and vision to the storytelling, it pushes you to give your best every single time.' The upcoming new season brings together a dynamic mix of familiar faces and fresh talent. Returning to reprise their roles are Kay Kay Menon, Karan Tacker, Vinay Pathak, Meher Vij, Muzammil Ibrahim, and Saiyami Kher. Joining the cast this time are actors Tahir Raj Bhasin and Prakash Raj. Saiyami was last seen in 'Agni' alongside Pratik Gandhi. The actress is also gearing up for her Malayalam film debut, where she stars opposite acclaimed actor Roshan Mathew. Indo-Asian News Service
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive: 'I was way more nervous this time', says Saiyami Kher on her second Ironman 70.3 feat
Saiyami Kher in Sweden In September 2024, Saiyami Kher completed the toughest triathlon: Ironman 70.3, and if that wasn't enough, she went ahead and did it again. This makes her the first Indian actor to conquer Ironman 70.3 twice in a year. Saiyami successfully completed her second-half Ironman on July 6 in Jönköping, Sweden. The race requires participants to swim 1.9 km of open water, cycle 90 km, and complete a 21.1 km half-marathon run all within a single day. Her time in Sweden came with additional challenges, including cold waters, relentless hills, and strong headwinds. But Saiyami managed to finish 32 minutes faster than last year. Was she more confident this time around, given her experience last year? She told us from Sweden, 'I was actually way more nervous this time. Can't fathom why. Maybe because the race was way tougher.' When asked whether the triathlon would be a tradition going forward since she has done it twice, she replied, 'That I don't know, but every year, I definitely want to do one event that makes me feel good about myself. As a woman, it's additionally a big pain to do such a physically challenging activity with your period, but it's just a reminder that it's always mind over matter. There's a strange, quiet pride in finishing something that once felt impossible. A deep joy.'
News18
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Saiyami Kher Makes India Proud, Completes Ironman 70.3 Twice In 2025
Last Updated: Saiyami Kher is the first Indian actor to complete the Ironman 70.3 triathlon twice in a year, finishing her second race in Sweden 32 minutes faster. Actress and fitness enthusiast Saiyami Kher has achieved a remarkable milestone, becoming the first Indian actor to complete the Ironman 70.3 triathlon twice in a single year. Her most recent feat took place on July 6, 2025, at the Ironman 70.3 European Championship in Jonkoping, Sweden, one of the toughest triathlon circuits globally. The Ironman 70.3, also known as a Half Ironman, is no easy task. It involves a 1.9 km swim, a 90 km cycling leg, and a 21.1 km half-marathon, all completed back-to-back in a single day. Saiyami had previously completed her first Ironman 70.3 in September 2024, marking her entry into the international triathlon scene. Her second attempt not only demonstrated her consistency but also showed significant improvement. She completed the course 32 minutes faster than her debut race. Despite battling freezing water temperatures, steep climbs, and intense headwinds, Saiyami pushed through to the finish line with determination. After the race, she shared moments from the triathlon on Instagram, writing, 'People often ask why I put myself through this kind of torture. The truth is, it's not about proving anything to the world. I've never thrived on external validation." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saiyami Kher (@saiyami) She further reflected on her personal motivation, saying, 'For me, endurance sport is deeply personal — it's a race against my own doubts. This year, my only goal was to be better than I was last year. And I did just that." Saiyami also highlighted a challenge many women can relate to — competing during her menstrual cycle. 'As a woman, it's additionally a big pain to do such a physically challenging activity during your period, but it's just a reminder that it's always mind over matter. There's a strange, quiet pride in finishing something that once felt impossible. A deep joy." On the work front, Saiyami is gearing up for Special Ops Season 2, reuniting with Neeraj Pandey and Kay Kay Menon. She was last seen in Agni alongside Pratik Gandhi and will soon make her Malayalam debut opposite Roshan Mathew. First Published: July 08, 2025, 16:06 IST
NDTV
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Saiyami Kher Becomes First Indian Actor To Complete Ironman 70.3 Twice In A Year: How She Did It
Saiyami Kher, best known for her performances in films like Ghoomer and Jaat, has now made headlines for her remarkable achievement in the world of sports. The actress completed the Ironman 70.3 Triathlon for the second time on July 6 in Jonkoping, Sweden. With this, Saiyami became the first Indian actor to conquer the prestigious Ironman 70.3 triathlon not once, but twice in the same year. She completed her first Ironman 70.3 in September 2024 in Berlin, marking her debut in the international endurance racing circuit. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saiyami Kher (@saiyami) Saiyami Kher On How She Prepared For Ironman 70.3 Triathlon The Ironman 70.3, also known as a Half Ironman, is one of the long-distance triathlon races organised by the World Triathlon Corporation. "70.3" refers to the total distance in miles covered by the athletes, including 1.9 km of swimming, 90 km of cycling, and a 21.1 km half-marathon, all in one day. Saiyami Kher revealed how she prepped for one of the hardest triathlons in the world in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India. The actress said, "The training is quite intense for six months, [where you train] for six days a week. There are three sessions each of swimming, cycling, and running, and one for general training, which means ten sessions a week. Every month is broken down scientifically and if you're consistent, anyone can do it. It is just about putting in effort every single day." When asked about her motivation behind participating in the triathlons, Saiyami said, "You need to have a strong 'why' for participating in Ironman. I work in an industry that can get pretty demanding and tough. For me, it's a way to deal with things that I find unfair." She added, "Whatever unhappiness I have towards things not working out in my profession is the reason why I do endurance sports. It keeps me sane. The race is actually just a celebration of what you have done for six months, the intense training which people don't see, and everything you have overcome, which is so personal." Saiyami Kher's passion for sports extends beyond her impressive achievements. As a strong advocate for fitness and mental resilience, she credits sports with transforming her life's perspective. By pushing boundaries and defying expectations, Saiyami's journey from acting to endurance racing inspires women and motivates others to tap into their own potential.
Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Saiyami Kher finishes grueling Half Ironman triathlon while on her period: ‘People ask why I put myself through torture'
Actor and fitness enthusiast Saiyami Kher has added another feather to her hat. Over the weekend, she completed her second Ironman 70.3 triathlon (also known as the Half Ironman), one of the toughest endurance races in the world. Not only did Saiyami better her own best time by 32 minutes, but she braved the cold waters and winds of Sweden this time around. Saiyami Kher finished her second Ironman 70.3 in Sweden. Saiyami Kher finishes second Ironman 70.3 Saiyami successfully finished the Ironman 70.3 Triathlon held in Sweden's Jönköping on 6 July. This was her second Half Ironman finish after her debut in the race last September. Saiyami battled the local weather, including cold waters, relentless hills, and strong headwinds, and still managed to better her time by 32 minutes. The Ironman 70.3, is one of the most grueling endurance challenges in the world. It involves the contestant finishing 1.9 km swim in open waters, followed by 90 km of cycling, and a half-marathon run (21.1 km), all in one day. 'People often ask why I put myself through this kind of torture. The truth is, it's not about proving anything to the world. I've never thrived on external validation. For me, endurance sport is deeply personal — it's a race against my own doubts. This year, my only goal was to be better than I was last year. And I did just that,' said Saiyami in a heartfelt post after the race. Saiyami on competing during her period Saiyami completed this race while on period, posing an additional challenge for her physically. In her Instagram post, Saiyami wrote, 'When I first arrived in Jönköping, I was overwhelmed. The cold, choppy swim. The relentless bike hills. My periods kicking in. And then, a thunderstorm warning. Every part of me wanted to crawl back into the comforts of the soft hotel bed.' Addressing that, the actor added, 'As a woman, it's additionally a big pain to do such a physically challenging activity with your period, but it's just a reminder that it's always mind over matter. There's a strange, quiet pride in finishing something that once felt impossible. A deep joy.' Saiyami was last on the big screen in Sunny Deol-starrer Jaat. The film grossed over ₹118 crore worldwide and was a moderate success. The actor played a police officer in the film. Jaat's sequel has been greenlit, but it remains to be seen if Saiyami will return for it or not.
