National Sports Day: Bollywood actors who share a passion for sports beyond the screen

Randeep Hooda – Horse Riding & Polo
Bollywood actor Randeep Hooda is excelled in polo and has also won national level medals in the game. The actor is a skilled horseman who also focuses on participating in the polo matches. For Randeep horse riding is not just a sport it’s a way of life that complements his persona

Saiyami Kher – Cricket, Sprinting, Cycling & Swimming
Actress Saiyamki Kher is a multi-sport athlete. The actress was also a part of the Maharashtra cricket team and also made it to the national selection team at school days, but she opted to go for badminton at the state level championship. Her athletic charm doesn't stop with racquet, she was also a cyclist, swimmer and sprinter. The actress proved her athletic charm when se competed the world’s toughest endurance race, the Ironman 70.3 triathlon twice in a single year.

Ranbir Kapoor – Football
Animal starrer Ranbir Kapoor has a separate corner for football in his heart. The actor has often showed his love for the sport while playing in the celebrity sports event or while playing a quick match with his friends. Back in his school days the actor was also a part of the school football team. Ranbir is currently the co - owner and an active player of All Stars Football Club (ASFC)

Ranveer Singh – Basketball
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh is also a sports enthusiast, with basketball being his first love before entering the Bollywood industry. The actor's love  for basketball was so deep that he went on to become the brand ambassador of NBA India.

Deepika Padukone – Badminton
Bollywood actress Deepika Padukoe is also one of the sports enthusiasts in the industry which is because of her father who is a legend in badminton. The actress played badminton at national level before entering the Bollywood industry. Even today she credits the sport for her better fitness, discipline and focus in her life. The connection with sports stays strong with her as she is advocating sports for India.

John Abraham – Basketball
John Abraham has always show that how deep kind of a sports lover he is, especially the love for basketball has a separate corner in his heart. The actor not just only plays sports but he also encourages young Indian actors to pursue an athletic activity as a lifestyle. Basketball is not just a game it’s a way to combine fitness activities with fun

Rahul Bose – Rugby
Actor Rahul Bose is one is one of the most versatile names in rugby. The actor is a national level rugby player and was a part of the Indian team in several international matches. Rahul has earned a lot of respect in the industry because if his association in sports. Rahul also believes that that rugby has taught him many core values that reflect in his career and philanthropic work.

Tanya Maniktala – Badminton
Young actor Tanya Maniktala known for her versatile roles in many OTT series has a soft spot for badminton within her. The actress believes that sports can work as a source of recreation and a source of fitness as well. Tanya has loved playing badminton in her school days and also takes out takes out time from her busy shooting schedule to play badminton. Tanya is truly an inspiration for young fans to balance career, passion and heath.

Taapsee Pannu – Squash
Pink starrer Taapsee Pannu is also a enthusiastic squash player. The actress often plays the sport to stay fit and sharp. Its is because of her sporting discipline and enthusiasm she is able to rock her roles on the screen.