Milind Soman an athlete, actor, and cultural icon -defined an entire era of Indian pop culture. His charm ruled the 90s, and his fitness journey continues to inspire people even today. A few years ago, he delighted fans by sharing a young photograph of himself, a picture that instantly transported everyone back in time.
The post and his playful caption
Milind shared the throwback on Instagram with a light and humorous caption. He revealed that the photo was taken when he was just 24, back in 1990. He captioned it, “#ThrowbackThursday 1990 when I used to shave, wear suits and shoes, age 24.”
Fans filled the comments section with admiration and nostalgia, calling it a “perfect moment.”
His iconic music video with Alisha Chinai
The picture also reminded many of his unforgettable appearance in Alisha Chinai’s classic pop song Made in India—one of India’s most iconic pop videos. Milind’s presence in the video played a major role in its massive success.
In a 2021 interview with the Indian Express, Alisha Chinai revealed how determined she was to have Milind in the video. She recalled telling director
Ken Ghosh:
“I had to catch him by the collar and tell him I want Milind Soman, I want the snakes, the astrologer, the elephant, and all the Indian elements. Then he made up the whole story. The colours and the Indian-ness looked so magical.”
More glimpses from his younger days
Fast forward to 2025
Milind celebrated his 60th birthday this year. He shared insights on fitness and mindset in a conversation with Bombay Times.
“The first time I did the Ironman at 50, it was a test of willpower. Ten years later, at 60, it became a celebration of balance, body, mind, discipline, and consistency,” he said, adding, “Age doesn’t slow you down; inconsistency and indiscipline do.”
His message was clear: staying active and disciplined matters far more than age.
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