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.
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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.
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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.
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