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The word ‘Versatile’ must be replaced with the word ‘Govinda’. He is one of the most versatile, hard-working, and Dedicated actors in Indian cinema.
He is born with the name of Govind Arun Ahuja. He is among the most decorated actors in Indian Cinema. Today’s generation is crazy about Govinda’s signature dance steps.
He is considered a mass entertainer and a greatly successful actor in Bollywood and received a Filmfare Special Award and a Filmfare Award for Best Comedian. He has appeared in over 165 Hindi films.
Height / Weight / Age
Govinda was born on 21 December 1963. He seems to be tall with a height of 171 cm in centimeters and 5’7” in feet and inches. He is a well-built man with body measurements of 44 inches chest, 36 inches waist, and 14 inches biceps.
He seems very fit and healthy and weighs 85 kg in kilograms and 187 lbs in pounds approximately. His brown eye color and his black hair make his personality even more elegant.
Date Of Birth | 21 December 1963 |
Age | 60 Years |
Height | In Centimeters – 171 cm
In Feet & Inches – 5’7” |
Weight | In Kilograms – 85 kg
In Pounds – 187 lbs |
Body Measurements | 44-36-14 |
Eye Color | Brown |
Hair Color | Black |
Shoe Size | 10 (US) |
Net Worth
According to the sources, the estimated net worth of Govinda is 170 Crore INR approx.
Education / Family
Govinda was born and raised up in Virar, Maharashtra, India, and belongs to a Hindu family. He is born to his father Arun Kumar Ahuja (Actor) and his mother Nirmala Ahuja.
He has one brother Kirti Kumar (Actor) and one sister Kamini Khanna (Writer). He attended Annasaheb Vartak College, Vasai, Maharashtra to complete his education.
Name |
Govind Arun Ahuja |
Nickname | Govinda, Chi-Chi, Virar ka Chokra |
Birth Place | Virar, Maharashtra, India |
Profession | Actor, Producer, Dancer, Politician |
Sexual Orientation | Straight |
School | Not Known |
College | Annasaheb Vartak College, Vasai, Maharashtra |
Religion | Hinduism |
Nationality | Indian |
Home Town | Virar, Maharashtra, India |
Debut | Film (Actor): Ilzaam (1986)
Film (Producer): Ssukh (2005) |
Fathers Name | Arun Kumar Ahuja (Actor) |
Mothers Name | Nirmala Ahuja
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Brothers | Kirti Kumar (Actor) |
Sister | Kamini Khanna (Writer) |
Career / Fashion And Style
He started his career as an actor with the film Ilzaam in 1986. Next, he appeared in some other films such as Love 86 (1986), Hatya (1988), Jeete Hain Shaan Se (1988), and Hum (1991).
After that he in the 1990s he reinvents himself as a comedy hero and acted in comedy lead roles in several films such as Andolan, Hero No. 1, Aankhen, Raja Babu, Jodi No. 1, Coolie No. 1, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Deewana Mastana, Dulhe Raja, Anari No.1. Then, in 1999 he won Filmfare Best Comedian Award for Haseena Maan Jayegi and in 1996 he won Filmfare Special Award for Saajan Chale Sasural.
He played six roles in the 2000 film Hadh Kar Di Aapne. During the period of 2004-2009, he is a member of the Parliament of India. Later he appeared in many commercial comedy films including Bhagam Bhag (2006), Partner (2007), Life Partner (2009), and Holiday (2014).
Boyfriends, Affairs, Husband, and More
This talented actor linked up in a couple of affairs with actress Neelam Kothari and Rani Mukherji. Later, he got married to Sunita Ahuja with whom he blessed with one son Yashvardhan Ahuja and two daughters Tina Ahuja and the other daughter died when she was just 4 months old.
Girlfriends | Neelam Kothari (Actress)
Rani Mukherji (Actress) |
Marital Status | Married |
Wife | Sunita Ahuja
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Children | Son – Yashvardhan Ahuja
Daughters – Tina Ahuja (Actor), 1 (Name Not Known) |
Favorite Things
Here we are providing you a list of her favorite things.
Favorite Actors | Salman Khan |
Favorite Actress | Priyanka Chopra |
Favorite Musical Instrument | Not Known |
Favorite Restaurant(s) | Just Around The Corner in Mumbai and Ming Yang in Mumbai |
Favorite Film | Barfi |
Favorite Food | Moong Dal, Khichdi, Bhindi |
Favorite Color(s) | Not Known |
Some Interesting Facts About Govinda
- When Govinda was born his father didn’t take him in his arms.
- He was rejected for a steward’s job as his English wasn’t up to the mark.
- His nickname is “Chi-Chi,” which means little finger.
- When he auditioned for various roles, he was rejected by Rajashri Studios many times.
- Govinda met with a major car accident in 1994.
- He often spotted drinking alcohol and smoke.