Overview
- His death was confirmed on February 23 via a statement on his official Instagram account that remembered him as a brother, champion, mentor and inspiration.
- A prayer meeting was scheduled for February 25 from 5 pm to 6 pm at Valmiki Mandir in Sangam Park, Rana Pratap Bagh, New Delhi.
- No cause of death has been announced by the family or authorities, and media reports citing his mother about prior stress and liver issues remain unverified and sourced to a single outlet.
- Pawar gained national attention on MTV Splitsvilla Season 7, where his emotional exit drew on-air reactions from hosts Sunny Leone and Nikhil Chinapa.
- He was celebrated in India’s fitness community as a multiple-time Mr India titleholder and a celebrity trainer, prompting widespread tributes from fans and peers.