Rubina Dilaik says mentorship means to 'help someone recognize their strengths'

IANS April 24, 2025 380 views

Television actress Rubina Dilaik has embraced a powerful mentorship role in Amazon MX Player's new fitness reality series "Battleground". Her approach to guiding contestants focuses on helping individuals recognize and develop their inherent strengths rather than simply giving instructions. As captain of Team Mumbai Strikers, Rubina brings her personal experience of being mentored to support emerging talents in their fitness journey. The show features 16 contestants competing across various strength and endurance challenges, with cricket icon Shikhar Dhawan serving as the Super Mentor.

"Mentorship isn't about handing out instructions — it's about helping someone recognize their strengths" - Rubina Dilaik
Rubina Dilaik says mentorship means to 'help someone recognize their strengths'
Mumbai, April 24: Amazon MX Player's high-octane fitness reality series "Battleground" sees popular television actress Rubina Dilaik as one of the team captains alongside Asim Riaz, Rajat Dalal, and Abhishek Malhan.

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Rubina leads Mumbai Strikers team in fitness reality series

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Mentorship means unlocking individual potential and inner growth

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Show features 16 contestants competing for fitness title

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Shikhar Dhawan serves as Super Mentor alongside team captains

Taking charge of Team Mumbai Strikers, Rubina brings a rare mix of passion, precision, and purpose. Opening up about what the mentorship position means to her, the diva revealed that she has been fortunate to have incredible mentors who shaped her life, and now, she wishes to be that person for someone else.

Reflecting on what drew her to "Battleground", Rubina shared, “The moment they told me it was a mentorship role, I didn’t even think twice before saying yes. That word mentor lit something powerful in me, as lately, I’ve felt this deep desire to nurture, guide, and support. And the idea of being able to help someone grow, to walk beside them on their journey, just felt right. I knew this was my calling, and I had to do it.”

Opening up about what mentorship truly means to her, she explained,“Mentorship isn’t about handing out instructions — it’s about helping someone recognize their strengths, understand their challenges, and grow from within. For me, it’s more about unlocking potential than laying down rules. I’ve been fortunate to have incredible mentors who shaped my life, and now, I want to be that person for someone else. There’s real joy in empowering others.”

Along with Rubina, Asim, Rajat, and Abhishek as captains, cricket icon Shikhar Dhawan is also on board the show as Super Mentor.

"Battleground" has 16 contestants split into four teams, battling various strength and endurance tasks with only two emerging as 'India’s biggest Fitness Star' (Male & Female).

"Battleground" is streaming now only on Amazon MX Player for free, available through its apps on mobile, Amazon’s shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, and Connected TVs.

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Priya K.
Love how Rubina approaches mentorship! It's not about bossing people around but helping them find their own power. More leaders should think like this 🙌
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Rahul S.
The show concept sounds interesting but I wish they had more diverse mentors beyond just fitness/entertainment fields. Still, Rubina's perspective is refreshing!
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Ananya P.
Rubina has come so far in her career! From TV to now mentoring others - what an inspiring journey. Can't wait to watch Battleground this weekend!
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Vikram J.
"Unlocking potential" - what a powerful way to describe mentorship. Makes me want to find a mentor for myself now!
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Sneha M.
The lineup looks 🔥 with Shikhar Dhawan too! But honestly Rubina's team is who I'm rooting for. Her energy is just different ✨

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