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Govinda

Govinda

Actor/Producer
Biography:  Govinda is an Indian film actor, dancer, comedian, and former politician known for his work in Hindi films. Govinda has acted in over 120 films since his debut in 1986. Govinda is best known for his comic roles; his powerful contribution to dancing in Bollywood is remarkable. He received numerous awards, including the IIFA, Filmfare, Zee Awards, and many others, for his prominent contribution to Bollywood films. He is one of Bollywood's most effective artists and unquestionably the best dancer. His hardworking attitude and reliable qualities propelled him to the top of Bollywood's acting ranks. He is regarded as being one of the most down-to-earth and generous actors. Amitabh Bachchan, Dilip Kumar, Akshay Kumar, Aishwarya Rai, Salman Khan, and Madhuri Dixit have all worked with him. He had a lot of success with family films like Dariya Dil (1988), Swarg (1990), and Hum (1991). He first collaborated with David Dhawan in the 1989 action film Taaqatwar. He then formed a successful collaboration with him and went on to act in 18 of his films, the majority of which were comedies. The most successful films during their collaboration included Shola Aur Shabnam (1992), Aankhen (1993), Raja Babu (1994), Coolie No. 1 (1995), Saajan Chale Sasural (1996), Hero No. 1 (1997), Deewana Mastana (1997), Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998), Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999), Jodi No. 1 (2001), and Partner (2007). After having tremendous success in comic roles, he tried his luck in a villainous role in the film "Shikari," directed by N. Chandra. His performance in the film was praised by critics. After a rough period from 2002 to 2005, he made the most successful comeback in Bollywood history with a string of hits, beginning with Bhagam Bhag in 2006 and culminating with a critically acclaimed performance in Salaam E Ishq in 2007. Following that, in 2007, he appeared in the romantic comedy Partner, directed by David Dhawan. The movie became the 2nd greatest residential opening week grosser for an Indian movie, became a smash hit, and was ranked in India's top three films of 2007. He has also popped up as a guest on Indian reality shows similar to The X Factor and Strictly Come Dancing in the United Kingdom.
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Govinda Movies

Movie Director
Bollywood
as Actor
David Dhawan 2023
Bollywood
as Actor
Govind Nihalani 18 Jan 2019
Bollywood
as Actor
Abhishek Dogra 12 Oct 2018

Govinda: Personal Details

Govinda

Name Govinda
Profession(s) Main Profession
Actor, Dance Choreography, Producer

Other Profession
Politician
Date Of Birth 21 Dec 1958
Age 66
Birth Place Virar, Mumbai
Current Residence Mumbai
Religion Hindu
Nationality Indian
Height 173 Cm
Zodiac Sign Capricorn
Hobbies Watching movies

Govinda Family

Father Arun Kumar Ahuja
Mother Nirmala Devi Ahuja
Sibling Kamini Khanna, Pushpa Ahuja Anand, Padma Sharma, Kriti Kumar
Spouse Sunita Ahuja
Children Tina Ahuja, Yashvardhan Ahuja

Govinda Education

Education Qualification Bachelor of Commerce
College(s) Annasaheb Vartak College, Vasai
School(s) Annasaheb Vartak Smarak Vidyamandir primary School.

Govinda Net Worth

Net Worth Rs. 190 Crores

Govinda Debut Movies

Hindi Love 86

Govinda Famous For

Govinda Awards

Year Award Category status movie
2007 Star Gold Awards Excellent Comic Actor Winner
2002 IIFA Awards Best Comedian Winner
1999 Zee cine Awards Best Actor in a Comic Role Winner

Govinda Unknown Facts

  • Govinda made the decision to pursue a career as an actor after seeing Mithun Chakraborty's film Disco Dancer.
  • Govinda uses a variety of monikers, including Raja Babu, Chi-Chi, Virar ka Chokra, and Hero No. 1.
  • He walked to numerous venues and auditioned for roles in both movies and tv series before being given the role of Abhimanyu in the immensely popular serial Mahabharata. But Govinda rejected because he had the opportunity to portray the top spot in a Bollywood movie.
  • Govinda hit a guy called Santosh Rai during the filming of Money Hai Toh Honey Hai in 2008. Following this, Santosh Rai issued an offensive and violence allegation against Govinda in Mumbai's Borivali Magistrate Court.
  • His ancestors are from Gujranwala, Pakistan, where his grandmother was Sindhi and his grandfather was Punjabi.

Govinda Photos

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Govinda

  • The age of Govinda in the 2024 was 66.

  • The Govinda's was born in Virar, Mumbai.

  • The DOB for Govinda was 21 Dec 1958.

  • The Govinda is approximately 173 Cm tall.

  • The most recent movies for Govinda is Rangeela Raja.

  • Govinda is best known for the films and Partner.

  • Govinda made the decision to pursue a career as an actor after seeing Mithun Chakraborty's film Disco Dancer. and Govinda uses a variety of monikers, including Raja Babu, Chi-Chi, Virar ka Chokra, and Hero No. 1..

  • The Govinda had Rs. 190 Crores's worth of wealth.

  • The educational background of Govinda was Bachelor of Commerce.

  • Love 86 was Govinda first movie in Bollywood

  • The Govinda Instagram account is Govinda.

  • The Govinda Twitter handle is govindaahuja21.

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