15 Facts About Govinda That You Probably Didn't Know!
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Govinda is the very definition of a Bollywood star. Immensely popular and incredibly loved, the actor became an icon in his day. Known for his plethora of comedic roles, the actor redefined what it meant to be a star and achieved heights that only a few have in this line of work.
(See more: 20 Facts About Ranbir Kapoor That You Probably Didn't Know!)
Here are some rare facts about the 90's superstar:
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Govinda Unknown Facts
Govind Arun Ahuja was born in Virar, Maharashtra. He grew up in the slums of Mumbai and saved money to go to the movies.
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Govinda Unknown Facts
At the age of 15, he was rejected by Rajshri Studios upon several trials to get a part.
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Govinda Unknown Facts
Govinda is fondly referred as Chi Chi, which means little finger.
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Govinda Unknown Facts
Famous for his iconic dance moves, few people know that he is trained for Indian classical dance.
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Govinda Unknown Facts
In 1999, Govinda was voted the world's tenth-greatest star of stage or screen in a BBC News Online poll.
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Govinda Unknown Facts
Govinda idolises Mehboob khan and has photograph of him framed at his house.
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Govinda Unknown Facts
Govinda is also known for his playback singing, lending his vocals in films like Shola Aur Shabnam, Haseena Maan Jaayegi and Aankhen.
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Govinda famously dated actresses Neelam Kothari and Rani Mukherjee.
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He shares a complicated relationship with Salman Khan. On one hand, Salman Khan helped Govinda in financial crisis. On the other hand, the actor was pissed on Salman khan for launching Sonakshi Sinha over her daughter Narmada.
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Govinda Unknown Facts
Govinda was the original choice for Sunny Deol's role in ‘Gadar’
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Govinda Unknown Facts
“I would look at his film posters and say that if I could achieve even half of what he has, I will be successful," said Salman Khan back in the day.
Source : dainikbhaskar.com - 12/15
Govinda Unknown Facts
Back in the day, he is known for making several movies at the same time and releasing as many as 14 movies in the same year.
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In 2004, Govinda joined Congress and was elected to the Lok Sabha from Mumbai.
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Govinda's partnership with David Dhawan is well know. They started their journey withTaaqatwar in 1989.
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In January 2008, Govinda slapped a struggling actor, Santosh Rai, on the set of Money Hai Toh Honey Hai.
Source : india.com
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