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Indian Express
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Govinda debuts new look with moustache, fans hail him as ‘hero no 1' as they demand his comeback
Veteran Bollywood actor Govinda set social media abuzz after unveiling a striking new look that caught fans by surprise. The 61-year-old star, who has been largely absent from the silver screen in recent years, appeared in a sleek black-and-white ensemble, complete with oversized sunglasses and a pencil moustache, a noticeable departure from his familiar style. In a video shared on Instagram, Govinda is seen confidently walking toward the camera, exuding the charisma reminiscent of his heyday. A day earlier, he had teased fans with a photo. Shared post on Time A post shared by Govinda (@govinda_herono1) The posts quickly reignited admiration and nostalgia among fans, many of whom flooded the comments with calls for his return to the big screen. One user wrote, 'Govinda jaisa hero koi doosra nahi hai. Only one brand.' Others speculated that his new look might be tied to an upcoming film project, while some were even left wondering if the man in the videos was a lookalike rather than the actor himself. Also Read | Govinda destroyed his career by surrounding himself with pandits, David Dhawan poisoned his mind: Pahlaj Nihalani calls actor 'nasamajh' Govinda, a defining face of 1990s Bollywood, is best known for his dynamic screen presence, impeccable comic timing, and unmatched dance moves. There was a time in the '90s when he delivered back-to-back hits, and everything he touched seemed to turn to gold. His filmography includes beloved titles such as Coolie No. 1, Dulhe Raja, Raja Babu, Partner, among several others. However, since the mid-2000s, Govinda's career has seen a significant decline, and he has all but disappeared from mainstream cinema. His wife, Sunita Ahuja, recently spoke out, blaming the 'wrong circle' around him, people she indirectly described as sycophants, for playing a key role in his professional downfall. Govinda was also in the news earlier this year after he accidentally shot himself. Following his discharge from the hospital, he addressed the media at a press conference held at his Mumbai residence. 'Initially, I couldn't believe it had happened,' he said. His last film appearance was in Rangeela Raja, which was released in 2019.
News18
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Sunita Ahuja Urges Govinda To Move On From The '90s: ‘Look At What's Working Now'
Last Updated: Sunita Ahuja blames Govinda's career downfall on his inner circle, calling them sycophants who only flatter and don't tell him the truth. Govinda, once the unstoppable force of 1990s Bollywood — a man whose mere presence on a poster promised laughter, dance, and box office gold — has faded into near-obscurity over the past decade. While his legacy as a king of comedy remains untouched, his cinematic relevance hasn't just dwindled — it's all but vanished. The actor hasn't had a notable release since 2019's Rangeela Raja, a film that barely made a ripple before sinking without a trace. And now, Govinda's long-standing absence from the spotlight is being addressed — not by a filmmaker or critic, but by someone who's watched the decline unfold from closest quarters: his wife, Sunita Ahuja. Speaking candidly in an interview with The Powerful Humans, Sunita didn't mince her words as she offered a scathing assessment of the people currently surrounding her husband — a circle she bluntly called 'the wrong one." 'Why has Govinda not been seen in 17 years?" she posed rhetorically. 'The problem is that his circle is the wrong one. It's a wrong circle. Today, my fights with him are because I can't lie, and I do not appreciate flattery." According to Sunita, the inner circle — consisting of a writer, a musician, a secretary, and a lawyer — is more interested in keeping Govinda wrapped in nostalgia than in helping him evolve. 'They are of no use," she said. 'They only say 'wah, wah!' If he makes music, they say 'wah, wah… kalam kar diya.' They should tell him the truth. When I tell him the truth, he gets upset." Her frustration isn't just directed at the entourage — it's also rooted in Govinda's refusal to adapt. Sunita revealed that the actor continues to chase the same formulas that once made him a superstar in the '90s — unaware that the industry, and its audiences, have long since moved on. 'I tell him the '90s era is over. It is 2025. Look at what's working on Netflix and digital platforms," she said. 'But he stays with his 'wah, wah' production. I told him, change your circle. For as long as you have these 4–5 people, they won't let you go forward." Sunita's comments come as a wake-up call, not only to Govinda but perhaps to others in the industry who've struggled to transition out of their glory years. Despite his string of iconic hits — Coolie No. 1, Hero No. 1, Dulhe Raja, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, and many more — Govinda's career began losing steam in the early 2000s. A brief resurgence followed with roles in films like Partner (2007), but it was short-lived. By the 2010s, his screen appearances became increasingly rare, his brand of cinema no longer in sync with changing tastes. First Published: June 08, 2025, 18:15 IST
