Battleground: Rubina Dilaik reflects on her journey as a Mentor: 'I'm still figuring...'

Battleground, a high-intensity fitness reality show, is making waves for its fierce challenges, emotional journeys, and transformative experiences. Designed to push contestants to their physical and mental limits, the show brings together competitors from diverse backgrounds in a contest of strength, resilience, and endurance.

The show features Indian cricket star Shikhar Dhawan as the 'Super Mentor', offering strategic guidance and motivation across all teams. Leading the four mentor-led squads are Rajat Dalal, Abhishek Malhan, Rubina Dilaik, and Neeraj Goyat—each known for their unique approach to leadership and training.

Rubina Dilaik, who heads Team Mumbai Strikers, has emerged as a strong presence on the show. Known for her calm yet determined demeanor, Rubina balances strategy with empathy, fostering growth among her team members while navigating the show's competitive atmosphere.

Reflecting on her experience with her squad, Rubina shared, "There were moments where I've felt incredibly proud. Watching Rekha push through despite her injury left me speechless. And Ankur—people had doubts about him initially, but he broke through every barrier and expectation. That kind of growth stays with you. Honestly, each of them rising in their own way felt like a victory for me too."

On her personal journey during Battleground, Rubina opened up about the lessons she's learned along the way. "For me, Battleground has always been about pushing boundaries. I try to apply that in life too—stepping away from the safe path. Ironically, my comfort zone was tuning out external voices. But the more I've allowed myself to listen, the more I've learned about who I am. It's about trusting yourself while staying open to learning. I'm still figuring that out, one step at a time."

It's about trusting yourself while staying open to learning. I'm still figuring that out, one step at a time.

- Rubina Dilak

In addition to Rubina's Mumbai Strikers, the show features other dynamic mentors: Rajat Dalal and Abhishek Malhan, who bring their own unique strengths and training philosophies to their respective teams. Together with Neeraj Goyat and under the overarching mentorship of Shikhar Dhawan, Battleground is designed not just as a test of strength, but as a platform for personal transformation.

With intense competition, emotional breakthroughs, and high-stakes challenges, Battleground continues to offer compelling stories from both mentors and contestants, positioning itself as more than just a reality show—it's a true test of grit, growth, and perseverance.