Dara Singh and my connection

Dara Singh a legend born as Deedar Singh Randhawa in 1928 has passed away. He was such a household name so popular that every kid who was healthy, strong and good looking was called and even named after him. He attained highest levels in the fields of sports, entertainment, and politics. He was above all such a humble soul and true gentleman who will not tolerate even an iota of indecenncy himself nor allow any body else to misbehave in his presence. He was Indian Ideal of goodness through strength and a straightforward persona.

There was tremendous awe registered in the minds of people, who had his picture of King Kong lifted in his arms over his shoulders as 'The Signature Style of Dara Singh'. This move was famously known as 'The Indian Deathlock'. He had almost thrown King Kong out of the Arena. Whenever he was fighting in the ring, it was as if India was fighting China, England, America or any other foreign country. People used to throng the arenas like mountain of mad crowds waiting only for his victory. Such was the Charisma that he became bigger than wrestling itself.

Although the truth is, as we now know, that all professional wrestling all over the world is fixed as a sports entertainment. But being an ardent fan of Dara Singh, I feel devastated by his passing away. On the other hand I have sense of satisfaction and pleasure by the onslaught of emotion and affection evoked globally.

I am pleased to unravel a personal connection with Dara Singh. Harvinder as a toddler was very healthy, good looking and strong infant and hence all in her family started calling her Dara Singh and eventually nick named her Dari. Most of us even today affectionately address her as Dari.

My childhood superhero, Dara Singh! Rest In Peace.
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