Actor-turned-politician Govinda shot himself accidentally in the leg with his licensed revolver. The incident took place at 4.45 a.m. when the actor was about to leave for the Airport for his scheduled departure to Kolkata. The revolver misfired when he tried to place it in his cupboard at his Mumbai residence in the wee hours of Tuesday. As the revolver slipped from his hand, a bullet got shot and injured his left knee severely.
How did it happen?
Govinda was immediately taken to Criticare Asia Hospital in Mumbai for treatment. The bullet was removed, and he is in stable condition after the surgery. The actor is recovering speedily. In a video message released after his operation, the actor expressed his gratitude to his fans for their prayers and updated on his recovery status. He thanked the doctor who had been treating him for the injury. In his own words, “Hello, this is Govinda. With the blessings of my fans, my parents, and God, I am doing better now. I was hit by a bullet, which has now been removed. I thank the doctor here, Dr Agarwal ji. I thank all of you for your prayers.”
According to the wife of the actor, Sunita Ahuja, the actor is set to be discharged from the Criticare Asia Hospital on Friday. Besides being supported by his family and relatives, Govinda was visited by the members of the film fraternity as well as politicians in the hospital. His daughter, Tina Ahuja, after her visit to the hospital, thanked his fans and supporters for their prayers and updated on his speedy recovery.
While the Chief Minister of Maharashtra had a telephonic conversation with the actor and enquired about his health, he had also assured him of assistance and talked to the hospital authorities to ensure quality care for him. The actor was visited by actress Raveena Tandon, Kashmera Shah, and his co-star, Rajpal Yadav, from the movie Bhagam Bhag (2006), who shared updates on his health to the paparazzi lining outside the hospital. The former Maharashtra Legislative Council member, Deepak Sawant, also visited the actor and briefed reporters about his recovery.
Although Govinda is to be released from the hospital soon, the actor has been recommended against putting on weight on his injured leg for a minimum of six weeks. The Life Partner (2009) actor was attended by Dr Ramesh Agarwal and has reportedly received 8-10 stitches as part of the recovery surgery. Although no formal complaint has been lodged by anyone so far, the local police have initiated an investigation into the matter. In addition to that, the Mumbai crime branch has launched a parallel inquiry into the incident.
Govinda’s filmography
Govind Arun Ahuja, born in 1963, has acted in over 165 Hindi movies. Now popular by his stage name, Govinda, he made his debut in 1986 in the movie called Ilzaam. The actor has won multiple awards and accolades for his outstanding comedic performance and, over the years, has emerged as Bollywood’s face of comedy. His outstanding performance is recorded in movies like Jaan Se Pyaara (1992), Dulaara (1994), Khuddar (1994) and Andolan (1995).
His talent in comedy came to light after Shola Aur Shabnam (1992), after which he was cast in movies that banked on his slapstick performances. Such movies include Aankhen (1993), Raja Babu (1994), Coolie No. 1 (1995), Hero No. 1 (1997), Deewana Mastana (1997), Dulhe Raja (1998), Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998), Anari No.1 (1999) and Jodi No. 1 (2001). Most of Govinda’s films remain a huge box-office success. The actor has also participated in TV Reality Shows like Dance India Dance Super Moms as a judge owing to his extraordinary dancing skills.
Political Career of the Actor
The 60-year-old Shiv Sena leader who joined the Eknath Shinde-led faction in March 2024, just before the Lok Sabha Election, is not a new entrant to the dynamic world of politics. In fact, his entry to Shiv Sena marks his re-entry to politics and a clear change of stance after a 14-year-old break. While quitting politics, he confessed back then the decision to join politics was his biggest mistake, and he clearly regretted it. But after 14 years of break from active politics, which he now terms as ‘vanvaas’ (exile), his induction into the Shiv Sena faction supported by BJP led many to question his changing political stance.
The actor joined Congress in 2004 and remained active in politics till 2009 before withdrawing himself completely. The year 2004 was remarkable in his political career as he had fought and won the election on a Congress ticket from Mumbai North in the same year. He was elected a Member of Parliament after defeating a BJP veteran, Ram Naik, who was his chief opponent.
FAQ
Why is Govinda in the News?
Actor-turned-politician Govinda shot himself accidentally in the leg with his licensed revolver. The incident took place at 4.45 a.m. when the actor was about to leave for the Airport for his scheduled departure to Kolkata.
What is the recent recovery update ion the actor’s health?
The bullet was removed, and he is in stable condition after the operation. The actor is recovering speedily. Although the actor is to be released from the hospital on Friday, the actor has been recommended against putting on weight on his injured leg for a minimum of six weeks.
How has the film fraternity reacted?
The actor was visited by actress Raveena Tandon, Kashmera Shah, and his co-star, Rajpal Yadav, from the movie Bhagam Bhag (2006), who shared updates on his health to the paparazzi lining outside the hospital.
Which are his popular movies?
His popular movies include Aankhen (1993), Raja Babu (1994), Coolie No. 1 (1995), Hero No. 1 (1997), Deewana Mastana (1997), Dulhe Raja (1998), Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998), Anari No.1 (1999) and Jodi No. 1 (2001).
How has been Govinda’s political career?
The actor joined Congress in 2004 and remained active in politics till 2009 before withdrawing himself completely. The year 2004 was remarkable in his political career as he had fought and won the election on a Congress ticket from Mumbai North in the same year. The 60-year-old Shiv Sena leader who joined the Eknath Shinde-led faction in March 2024, just before the Lok Sabha Election, is not a new entrant to the dynamic world of politics.
