Manohar Aich Age, Wiki and Bio

Manohar Aich

Quick Info

ProfessionBodybuilder
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth17/03/1912
Age114 years
BirthplaceDhamti, Comilla district, Bangladesh

Physical Stats & More

Height150 cm
Weight63 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Personal Life

HobbiesGymming
ReligionHindu

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
WifeJyotika Aich
Children
Daughter2
Son2

Family

FatherNot Known
MotherNot Known
Siblings
BrotherNot Known
SistersNot Known

Career

Boxing
Professional DebutIn 1942 with Royal Air Force
Coach/MentorReub Martin
Records
  • 1st Indian to win the Mr. Universe title in 1952
  • 1st Indian to win 3 gold medals in Asian Games
Career Turning PointWhen he participated in Mr. Universe competition in 1951

Favourites

Favourite FoodFish and lentils

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Does not smoke
2. Does not drink alcohol
3. Started bodybuilding career in a time with very few gyms and fitness centers
4. Was runner-up in the 1951 Mr. Universe competition
5. Became the first Indian to win the Mr Universe competition in 1952
6. Won 3 golds in the Asian Games: 1951, 1954, 1958
7. Was on the cover of Health and Strength magazine in March 1956
8. Followed a simple diet including milk, fruits, vegetables, lentils, and fish
9. Joined politics in 1997 but did not win the seat
10. Received the Banga Bibhushan Award by the West Bengal Government in 2015
11. Practiced 90 minutes daily even when above 100 years of age