Happy Birthday, Milind Soman: 7 Unknown Facts About the Fashion and Fitness Icon

Today marks the 57th birthday of Milind Soman, one of the most well-known faces in the Indian design business. The supermodel, who is also a well-known figure in the film industry, has gained recognition for some unusual film selections and excellent performances. Milind Soman is also a terrific source of motivation for fitness fanatics. He is well-known for the workout videos he produces on Instagram. The supermodel is also an international swimmer who has won numerous awards.On this occasion, we give the 7 unknown facts about Milind Soman. Have a peek…A Maharashtrian born in ScotlandMilind Soman was born in Glasglow, Scotland, on November 4, 1965, to a Maharashtrian family. He spent his early life in Scotland before moving to England, where he stayed for almost 7 years. Later, the supermodel and his parents returned to India in 1973 and lived in Mumbai, where he began his modelling career.Academicians’ familyFor the uninitiated, Milind Soman’s father was a scientist. His mother, on the other hand, was a biochemist by trade. The supermodel attended Dr. Antonio Da Silva High School and the Jr. College of Commerce in Bombay. Later, he chose to pursue a career in engineering and enrolled in an Electrical Engineering course. However, Milind Soman quickly realised that it was not his vocation and did not complete the training.The 14-year legal struggle
Couretsy: Hindustan TimesMilind Soman stood naked for a renowned print ad in 1995, which sparked outrage. He posed for the campaign alongside his then-girlfriend Madhu Sapre. The ex-couple got into legal difficulties for posing naked, and the legal struggle lasted 14 years before the court exonerated the models.A former chain smokerMilind Soman was a chain smoker who smoked at least 30 cigarettes every day before becoming a fitness fanatic. After years of work, the actor-supermodel successfully quit smoking and said farewell to his addiction in 2004.The ‘Ironman’ monikerThe supermodel, who is also an athlete, won the ‘Ironman’ title at a Triathlon competition attended by over 2000 people from all over the world. The tournament involved a 3.8 kilometre swim, a 180.2 km cycle ride, and a 42.2 km run.A mother who believes he is not attractiveInterestingly, Milind Soman’s mother, Usha Soman, believes that he is NOT attractive enough to be a supermodel. His 83-year-old mother, on the other hand, is a fitness enthusiast who frequently runs marathons with her athlete son.
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