MUMBAI: Actor Govinda was taken to the hospital early this morning after accidentally shooting himself in the leg with a licensed revolver that misfired.
He was reportedly checking the weapon when the incident happened before leaving, at around 4:45 AM. According to News 18 reports, the bullet hit his knee, necessitating urgent medical care at Mumbai's CRITICare Hospital. Govinda's team and family have not yet issued a formal statement on his condition.
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Veteran actor Govinda is known for his string of comedy hits in the 1990s. Govinda is one of the most adored comedy performers in Hindi cinema celebrated for his memorable roles in films such as Hero No. 1, Hadh Kar Di Aapne, Dulhe Raja, Coolie No. 1, and Partner.
Govinda gained widespread recognition in the 1990s for his flawless comedic timing and lively on-screen persona and was particularly well-known for his working relationship with director David Dhawan. His experience in Bollywood is evidence of his adaptability.
After starring in Love 86 as his Bollywood debut, Govinda rose to prominence in the movie industry quite fast. His other significant 1980s films are Pyaar Karke Dekho, Dadagiri, Do Qaidi, Ilzaam, Sada Suhagan, and Khudgarz. He cemented his reputation as a comedy superstar in the 1990s with his lucrative collaborations with David Dhawan. The last movie Govinda appeared in was Rangeela Raja in 2019.
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