Born in 1983, Paan Singh Tomar's early life was marked by poverty and hardship. His family struggled to make ends meet, and his parents worked as laborers to provide for their children. Despite these challenges, Tomar's athletic prowess was evident from a young age. He began training in the local akhada, where he was coached by a former wrestler, Shri Ram Singh. Under Singh's guidance, Tomar's natural talent and dedication quickly made him a formidable opponent in the world of Indian wrestling.