Rana Balachauria

Kabaddi Player

Indian Mohali, Punjab, India

Quick Info

ProfessionKabaddi Player
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth20/11/1995
Age30 years (died on 15, Dec, 2025)
BirthplaceMohali, Punjab, India
Date of Death15/12/2025

Latest News about Rana Balachauria

15/12/2025

Rana Balachauria, a kabaddi player and promoter, was shot during the Sohana Kabaddi Cup in Mohali, Punjab. The attackers reportedly approached him while posing as fans and asking for selfies before opening fire. He was taken to Fortis Hospital, where he was declared dead.

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Bio/Wiki

Real NameKanwar Digvijay Singh
Also Known AsRana Balachauria, Diggu

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityRayat-Bahra University (RBU), Sahauran, Mohali, Punjab
Educational QualificationGraduation

Personal Life

ReligionSikhism
Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Hobbies
  • Dancing
  • Swimming
  • Travelling
  • Fitness
TattooOn his left arm - Sai Surinder picture and name

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date04/12/2025

Family

FatherKunwar Rajiv Singh
Siblings1 Brother
Family BackgroundDescended from the erstwhile royal estate of Una in Himachal Pradesh. Ancestral house in Bangar village reportedly hosted Guru Gobind Singh Ji for 13 months, 13 hours and 13 moments, during which the Guru wrote 100 Sakhis.

Career

OverviewRana Balachauria began his journey in kabaddi during his school years and quickly garnered attention for his skills and dedication. He emerged as a successful kabaddi promoter, managing prominent open kabaddi teams in Punjab and owning a gym in Balachaur where several professional kabaddi players trained. He also ventured into acting and modeling, making appearances in various music videos and social media influencing.
Notable Work
  • He served as the president of the National Student Union of India (NSUI) at Rayat-Bahra University in 2019.
  • Featured in the Punjabi song 'Legacy' in 2021.
  • Appeared in several music videos such as 'Black', 'Anand Ayi Janda', 'Phone Na Chakkan', 'CBI', and 'Crossing' between 2023 and 2024.
  • Managed a kabaddi team from Shakarpur village in Jalandhar that achieved multiple podium finishes.
  • Owned and operated a gym in Balachaur where prominent kabaddi players trained.
Business Ventures
  • Owned agricultural land in Chankoa village, Balachaur
  • Ran a transport business in Una district of Himachal Pradesh
  • Operated a registered gun store

Favourites

Car Collection
  • Mercedes
  • Thar
Bike CollectionRoyal Enfield

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Rana started playing kabaddi in school, which paved the way for his future career.
2. He was actively involved in student politics during his college days.
3. Rana transitioned into a social media influencer alongside his sports career, sharing his fitness journey online.
4. Tragically, he was shot during a kabaddi tournament, an event that shocked many and highlighted growing violence in sports.
5. He owned a gym in Balachaur where several prominent kabaddi players trained under him.
6. His family claims descent from the erstwhile royal estate of Una in Himachal Pradesh, with an ancestral house that reportedly hosted Guru Gobind Singh Ji for 13 months.
7. He owned agricultural land, ran a transport business in Una district of Himachal Pradesh, and operated a registered gun store.
8. He was a follower of Sai Surinder Shah.
9. Tragically, he was shot during a kabaddi tournament on 15 December 2025, an event that shocked many and highlighted growing violence in sports.
10. According to Punjab Police records, only two FIRs under minor sections were registered against him: one under the Excise Act and another under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code.
11. He had over 33,000 followers on Instagram at the time of his death.
12. He was married for only 11 days before his death.
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