'Ramayana' star Rakul Preet Singh returns to gym after 1.5-year injury recovery amid trailer release: 'I'm not chasing the version of myself that existed before'
ETimes | July 30, 2026 7:39 PM CST
As Nitesh Tiwari 's ' Ramayana ' continues to dominate conversations following its trailer launch at Brahma mahurat today, Rakul Preet Singh has shared an emotional update on her fitness journey, revealing she has returned to the gym after nearly one and a half years of recovering from a serious injury. The actress opened up about the mental and emotional lessons the recovery period taught her, even as excitement builds around her upcoming role as Surpanakha in Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus.
Rakul Preet Singh returns to the gym after 18 monthsTaking to social media, Rakul reflected on how an unexpected injury forced her to step away from a routine that had long been central to her daily life. She revealed that the transition was far tougher than simply missing workouts, since the gym had always been where she built discipline, found mental clarity, and pushed herself to grow. "Every journey has a chapter that no one plans for. Mine came in the form of an injury," she wrote, adding that one moment she was focused on getting stronger every day, and the next, everything was put on hold.
Rather than dwelling on the progress she had lost, Rakul said she chose to look at her recovery through a different lens. Over time, her priorities shifted away from lifting heavier weights and toward simply regaining good health, a mindset shift that ultimately shaped how she approached this comeback.
Describing the emotional weight of the moment, Rakul shared, "Today, walking back into the gym feels like returning home after a long journey." She added that she has returned not as the same person who left, but with a renewed mindset and a far greater appreciation for every opportunity to train again. Rakul concluded her note by saying this chapter isn't about reclaiming who she was before the injury, but about embracing a fresh start with stronger mental resilience.
The film also stars Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman, Arun Govil as Dashrath, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari, Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjihva, Sheeba Chaddha as Manthara and Anupam Kher as the voice of Jatayu.
Rakul Preet Singh returns to the gym after 18 monthsTaking to social media, Rakul reflected on how an unexpected injury forced her to step away from a routine that had long been central to her daily life. She revealed that the transition was far tougher than simply missing workouts, since the gym had always been where she built discipline, found mental clarity, and pushed herself to grow. "Every journey has a chapter that no one plans for. Mine came in the form of an injury," she wrote, adding that one moment she was focused on getting stronger every day, and the next, everything was put on hold.
Rather than dwelling on the progress she had lost, Rakul said she chose to look at her recovery through a different lens. Over time, her priorities shifted away from lifting heavier weights and toward simply regaining good health, a mindset shift that ultimately shaped how she approached this comeback.
Describing the emotional weight of the moment, Rakul shared, "Today, walking back into the gym feels like returning home after a long journey." She added that she has returned not as the same person who left, but with a renewed mindset and a far greater appreciation for every opportunity to train again. Rakul concluded her note by saying this chapter isn't about reclaiming who she was before the injury, but about embracing a fresh start with stronger mental resilience.
Rakul Preet Singh plays Surpanakha in 'Ramayana'On the work front, Rakul Preet Singh is set to appear in one of Indian cinema's most ambitious films, Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana'. The trailer introduced audiences to the grand mythological universe led by Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. Rakul will essay the pivotal role of Surpanakha, Ravana's sister, whose actions play a crucial role in shaping the epic narrative.
The film also stars Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Ravie Dubey as Lakshman, Arun Govil as Dashrath, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari, Vivek Oberoi as Vidyutjihva, Sheeba Chaddha as Manthara and Anupam Kher as the voice of Jatayu.
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