Archive · 16 Jan 2026
Bengaluru Man Runs 26Kms for Girlfriend's 26th Birthday
Avik Bhattacharya from Bengaluru wanted to do something special for his girlfriend Simran's 26th birthday.
Since Simran couldn't run 26 kilometers herself because she was sick, Avik decided to run the distance for her.
He shared a video of his run on their Instagram account, which showed him running and talking about happy moments with Simran.
People on the internet loved his gesture and thought it was a very sweet and thoughtful way to celebrate a birthday.
The video got millions of views and lots of likes, making it a popular relationship moment on social media.
Avik Bhattacharya ran 26 kilometers to celebrate his girlfriend Simran's 26th birthday.
Simran had hoped to run 26 kilometers herself but couldn't due to ill health.
Avik shared a video of his run on their joint Instagram account, @simranxavik.
The video showed Avik running and reflecting on happy moments with Simran.
The video received over 7.5 million views and 6.8 lakh likes on Instagram.
- Who
- Avik Bhattacharya and his girlfriend Simran
- What
- Avik ran 26 kilometers to celebrate his girlfriend's 26th birthday
- When
- January 5, 2026
- Where
- Bengaluru, India
- Why
- To celebrate his girlfriend's 26th birthday and support her during her illness
- Name
- Avik Bhattacharya
- Occupation
- Runner
- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Distance Run
- 26 kilometers
- Occasion
- Girlfriend's 26th birthday
- Social Media Account
- @simranxavik
- Video Views
- 7.5 million
- Video Likes
- 6.8 lakh