Sad news has shaken up the regional bodybuilding circuit in India. On June 16, 2026, rising star Sushil Kumar passed away at 26 following a gym workout.
The Hans India first reported on the tragedy. Sushil Kumar was a resident of J.T. Jambanna Nagar and built an impressive following in fitness and bodybuilding.
Over the years, he won a handful of state and national-level contests and had ambitions to compete internationally.
Around 8:30 p.m., Kumar returned home after a training session at his local gym. He began complaining to family members about dizziness and not feeling well. After a few minutes passed, he collapsed suddenly, leaving his loved ones in shock..See the video & full news here.


