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India.com
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
‘Maine uske sath ganda khel…': Govinda once made this shocking comment about a leading 90s actress, even tried to break off his…, actress's name is…
Bollywood actor Govinda, known as the industry's most iconic star for his unmatched comic timing, energetic dance moves, and vibrant screen presence. Rising to fame in the late 1980s and 1990s, he became a popular name with hits like Coolie No. 1, Hero No. 1, Raja Babu, Sajan Chale Sasural, Dulhe Raja and many others. The actor, on the basis of mass appeal and unique style, ruled comedy and family drama genres for ages. But, did you know that Govinda once opened up about an incident that nearly broke off his relationship with his better half? Let's unravel the mystery. Govinda and His Better Half Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja got married in the year 1987, due to his mother's influence. However, during that period, the actor was still trying to accomplish the tag of Superstar for himself and that is why the duo decided to keep their marriage a deep secret. However, in the upcoming years, news of their marriage was revealed by an unknown source, but it did not create any impact on Govinda's journey. When Govinda Tried To Break Off His Engagement For… In upcoming years, Govinda created a huge fanbase for himself after doing comical and serious roles in many which gave a huge shift in his career. In year 1990, during an interview with Stardust, he made a huge revelation about star actress Neelam Kothari, which certainly would've ended his engagement. The actor revealed that then, two had become successful jodi on-screen for cinema-lovers and started falling for her co-star Neelam and he began to wish that Sunita would become more like her, expecting that this would give him reason to stay in the relationship. However, as his comparisons of the two ladies got more frequent and heated, tension rose between the couple. Sunita eventually lost her patience and made a statement about Neelam, which made Govinda end their engagement. Meanwhile, Sunita called Govinda, and the two reunited and soon they conducted small wedding ceremony in the temple and kept their marriage a secret. The actor further said 'Sach bolun toh maine Neelam ke sath professional relationship ko kaayam rakhne ke liye, maine uske sath ye ganda khel khela tha.' As per News 18, report it has been said that Govinda fell in love with Neelam during the shoot of his debut film Love 86 and he never told her about his marriage with Sunita. Later, when reports were surfaced of Govinda's marriage, Neelam got to know about the wedding of her co-star that was kept private for years. When Neelam Refused Her Relationship With Govinda During an old interview, she addressed the rumours linking her to Govinda and made it clear that there was no relationship between them. The actress labelled it as gossip and said that such rumors were common in those days, especially when there was no one to clarify the truth.
News18
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
When Govinda Said He 'Played Dirty' With Neelam, Didn't Reveal He Was Married To Sunita
Last Updated: Govinda once admitted he was smitten with co-star Neelam and broke off his engagement with Sunita Ahuja. Despite this, he secretly married Sunita. Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja often make headlines due to their public appearances and statements on marriage. However, there was a time when Bollywood wasn't scared of controversies. Celebs would bare their heart out in interviews, not caring whether it'll lead them into trouble. In similar lines, Govinda had once openly spoken about how smitten he was with then co-star Neelam that he broke off his engagement with now-wife Sunita. The former superstar had also revealed that he 'played dirty" with Neelam by not informing her about his marriage. Govinda and Neelam were a hit pair back in the day. However, little did they know that their on-screen chemistry would soon translate into reality. Although he gradually found himself falling in love with Neelam, he remained conscious of his growing dissatisfaction with his engagement to Sunita. Enchanted by Neelam, he even began wishing that Sunita would emulate her, hoping it might give him a reason to stay in the relationship. However, as his comparisons between the two women became more frequent and intense, tensions rose. Eventually, Sunita lost her temper and made a remark about Neelam that prompted Govinda to end their engagement. Few days later, Sunita called Govinda and the two reconciled. They soon had an intimate wedding in a temple and kept the news of their marriage a secret as the Hero No 1 actor thought it would affect his career. He didn't even inform Neelam about his wedding. 'Neither did Neelam know about it. She got to know only after a year. I probably did not tell her because I did not want to break this successful screen pair. And to be honest, to a certain extent, I did exploit my personal relationship with Neelam for professional ends. I played dirty with her. I should have told her that I was married," Govinda told Stardust magazine during a throwback interview. Govinda openly expressed his deep admiration for Neelam and often shared his desire to marry her. He described her as the ideal woman in his life and admitted that he had already begun imagining her as his future wife. Reflecting on this in an old interview, Govinda said, 'Yes, I wanted to marry her. And I don't think there's anything wrong with that. Neelam was the ideal girl, the kind every man visualises for a life-partner. The kind of girl I wanted. But that was getting emotional. There was another practical side. Just because I had fallen in love elsewhere, I couldn't overlook my commitment towards Sunita. If there was no sense of duty in a man, this would go on. Leave one for another and another for another." Neelam, however, never mentioned that getting married to Govinda was in her radar as her primary focus was always her career. Driven by ambition, she often brushed off Govinda's talk of marriage with a laugh. Her goal was to become Bollywood's top actress. In a past interview, she addressed the rumours linking her to Govinda, firmly stating that there was no relationship between them. She added that such gossip was common in those days, especially since there was no one to clarify the truth. Cut to today: Govinda and Sunita Ahuja have been married for over 37 years. Earlier this year, they made headlines for divorce speculations, however, Sunita clarified that all was well in their relationship. As for Neelam, the actor-jewellery designer married actor Sameer Soni in 2011. They adopted daughter Ahana in 2013. Glimpses of their happy family have been sparsely included in Netflix's Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives. First Published:
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Smita Bansal bids an emotional goodbye to Bhagya Lakshmi after a journey of 4 years; says 'This set became my second home, and everyone here became my extended family'
After winning hearts with her powerful portrayal of Neelam Oberoi in the popular television show Bhagya Lakshmi , renowned actress Smita Bansal is all set to bid adieu to the show. Her departure marks the end of a significant role in the show and for the audience who have deeply connected with her character over the past four years. Joining the cast in 2021, Smita's portrayal of Neelam, a fiercely protective matriarch torn between tradition, power, and emotion, quickly became one of the narrative's central pillars. Her character was often the moral compass and emotional anchor of the Oberoi household, even when her decisions triggered seismic shifts in the story. From major generational leaps to intense family confrontations, Smita brought gravitas and nuance to every arc. Her departure, therefore, is both narratively and emotionally significant. Smita said, 'Bhagya Lakshmi will always hold a very special place in my heart. Over these four years, I've not only had the privilege of playing a wonderfully written character but also built lifelong bonds with my cast and crew. This set became my second home, and everyone here became my extended family. The production house and the creatives of the show made my journey so comfortable. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Playing Neelam has been nothing short of an amazing journey, it challenged me, inspired me, helped me learn so much from the people around me, and gave me immense satisfaction as an actor. Working with the channel after almost 18 years was a wonderful experience.' As Smita moves on to explore new avenues, her fans will undoubtedly miss her commanding screen presence. In the upcoming episodes, viewers will see a shocking twist as Lakshmi (Aishwarya Khare) gets blamed for Neelam's murder and is arrested by the police. Is this the end of Rishi (Rohit Suchanti) and Lakshmi's story, or will Rishi find out the truth and save her?
Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Gorakhpur University promotes wellness with Yoga for women farmers
Gorakhpur: In a step toward rural women's empowerment, Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University (DDUGU) in collaboration with Shaheed Bandhu Singh Degree College, Karamha, organized a yoga awareness programme for women farmers and paddy labourers. Held under the theme 'Yoga for Women Farmers and Women Paddy Labourers', the event aligned with the 2025 International Yoga Day theme -'Yoga for One Earth, One Health'. The session was led by university's Vice Chancellor Prof Poonam Tandon, who emphasized the importance of physical and mental wellness for women working in agriculture. Addressing the session, the VC said, "Women farmers toil tirelessly in fields and often neglect their own health. Yoga not only enhances physical fitness but also alleviates fatigue, back pain, and mental stress." More than 35 women participated in the hands-on session, where yoga instructors Neelam and Priyanka guided them through accessible yet effective asanas such as Tadasana, Bhujangasana, Vajrasana, and Trikonasana. Rani Devi, a farmer, shared, "The session helped them realize the importance of self-care." The programme saw active support from faculty, students, and researchers from the Home Science department.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Finding worms in mangoes? Blame it on recent climatic shifts
Bengaluru: Choosing delicious and quality mangoes from a fresh pile at the market could be a tricky business. But if you find worms in the king of fruits this summer, it may not be the fault of vendors but rather the result of changing climatic conditions affecting the mango crop, say horticulture experts. Unlike in previous years, fluctuating temperatures and sudden rainfall over the past couple of months have severely impacted mango production. The unusual increase in temperature and elevated soil moisture between Feb and April across mango-growing regions have resulted in greater pest infestation of the fruits. "The worms you find in fruit are the result of this infestation by fruit flies and thrips. But not all mangoes are infected by pests, only some arriving in the market in the middle and towards the end of the mango season," explained CG Nagaraj, managing director of Karnataka State Mango Development and Marketing Corporation Ltd. While 2025 was expected to be a productive season for mangoes, climatic variations have turned it into an off-season with a notable decrease in yield. "Because of bounteous rainfall, there was delayed flowering this year. While it should flower in Dec-Jan normally, flowering was noticed in Jan-Feb because of physiological stress in the plants. During that time, the mercury levels rose abnormally up to 32-34C. This affected the pollination and setting of fruit," Nagaraj said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 굶어도 안 빠져?! '이것' 먹고 "내장지방'' 싹~ 녹였어요! 한미 면역 DIET 더 알아보기 Undo The extreme temperature and early onset of summer showers created favourable conditions for thrips and fruit flies. A technical officer from the mango corporation explained: "Usually, their larvae are present in soil. As rain in summer increases humidity levels and moisture in soil, thrips come out and feed on fruits that are setting, and lay eggs in them. They wouldn't even damage the fruit but pierce it at one point and lay eggs before disappearing. " The board has been working to control infestation by distributing pest traps and educating farmers on the methods to manage these pests. While many farmers have successfully controlled pests, the smaller and marginal ones have struggled, affecting the quality of their produce. Meanwhile, India Meteorological Department's forecast of an early monsoon is expected to cause further damage to the crop, particularly affecting late mid-season and late-season varieties such as Malgova and Neelam. Strong winds have already impacted heavy fruit varieties such as Imam Pasand, Mallika, and Malgova. Despite these challenges, early mango varieties from Ramanagara and Bengaluru Rural districts have completed their market cycles. Mid-season and late mid-season varieties are currently available, marking the peak of mango season. However, an official from the mango corporation warned that because of early onset of monsoon, the mango season might end by the first week of June, whereas it typically extends throughout the month.
