Indian athletics is heading to reality TV. Double Asian Games silver medallist Harmilan Bains is set to step off the track and onto MTV Roadies, according to Khel Now. The athlete confirmed her participation as a contestant on Threads.
Harmilan Bains: Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Athlete | Harmilan Bains |
| Age | 28 |
| Born | Hoshiarpur, Punjab |
| Events | 800m, 1500m, 3000m steeplechase |
| Show | MTV Roadies, Rebirth (21st edition) |
| Premiere | 16 October |
| Schedule | Fridays and Saturdays, 7 PM |
| Where to watch | JioHotstar and MTV |
| Host | Rannvijay Singha |
Who Is Harmilan Bains?
Bains won silver in both the 800m and 1500m at the Hangzhou Asian Games. She is also the 2024 Asian Indoor champion and broke the national 1500m record in 2021 with 4:05.39. Athletics runs in her family. Her mother, Madhuri Saxena, won silver in the 800m at the 2002 Busan Asian Games.
Why Roadies, Why Now?
Her career has been hit by frequent injuries. She returned after two years away and finished third on her 10,000m debut in Pune, but the pain resurfaced and kept her out of action again. There is no confirmation that she has retired, or whether she will return to the track.
The Gang Leaders
This season splits the six gang leaders into two camps. The OGs are Nikhil Chinapa, Neha Dhupia and Prince Narula. The NewGs are Abhishek Malhan, VJ Bani and Baseer Ali.
A Physical Challenge Ahead
Roadies sends contestants through physical, mental and social tasks. Bains will have to be careful not to aggravate her old injuries, which makes her one of the most interesting contestants to watch.
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What medals has Harmilan Bains won?
Harmilan Bains won silver in both the 800m and 1500m at the Hangzhou Asian Games. She is also the 2024 Asian Indoor champion.
When does MTV Roadies 2026 premiere?
MTV Roadies: Rebirth premieres on 16 October. It airs Fridays and Saturdays at 7 PM on JioHotstar and MTV.
Who are the gang leaders on MTV Roadies: Rebirth?
The OGs are Nikhil Chinapa, Neha Dhupia and Prince Narula. The NewGs are Abhishek Malhan, VJ Bani and Baseer Ali.
Has Harmilan Bains retired from athletics?
There is no confirmation that Harmilan Bains has retired or whether she will return to the track.
