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News18
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sunita Ahuja Urges Govinda To Move On From The '90s: ‘Look At What's Working Now'
Last Updated: Sunita Ahuja blames Govinda's career downfall on his inner circle, calling them sycophants who only flatter and don't tell him the truth. Govinda, once the unstoppable force of 1990s Bollywood — a man whose mere presence on a poster promised laughter, dance, and box office gold — has faded into near-obscurity over the past decade. While his legacy as a king of comedy remains untouched, his cinematic relevance hasn't just dwindled — it's all but vanished. The actor hasn't had a notable release since 2019's Rangeela Raja, a film that barely made a ripple before sinking without a trace. And now, Govinda's long-standing absence from the spotlight is being addressed — not by a filmmaker or critic, but by someone who's watched the decline unfold from closest quarters: his wife, Sunita Ahuja. Speaking candidly in an interview with The Powerful Humans, Sunita didn't mince her words as she offered a scathing assessment of the people currently surrounding her husband — a circle she bluntly called 'the wrong one." 'Why has Govinda not been seen in 17 years?" she posed rhetorically. 'The problem is that his circle is the wrong one. It's a wrong circle. Today, my fights with him are because I can't lie, and I do not appreciate flattery." According to Sunita, the inner circle — consisting of a writer, a musician, a secretary, and a lawyer — is more interested in keeping Govinda wrapped in nostalgia than in helping him evolve. 'They are of no use," she said. 'They only say 'wah, wah!' If he makes music, they say 'wah, wah… kalam kar diya.' They should tell him the truth. When I tell him the truth, he gets upset." Her frustration isn't just directed at the entourage — it's also rooted in Govinda's refusal to adapt. Sunita revealed that the actor continues to chase the same formulas that once made him a superstar in the '90s — unaware that the industry, and its audiences, have long since moved on. 'I tell him the '90s era is over. It is 2025. Look at what's working on Netflix and digital platforms," she said. 'But he stays with his 'wah, wah' production. I told him, change your circle. For as long as you have these 4–5 people, they won't let you go forward." Sunita's comments come as a wake-up call, not only to Govinda but perhaps to others in the industry who've struggled to transition out of their glory years. Despite his string of iconic hits — Coolie No. 1, Hero No. 1, Dulhe Raja, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, and many more — Govinda's career began losing steam in the early 2000s. A brief resurgence followed with roles in films like Partner (2007), but it was short-lived. By the 2010s, his screen appearances became increasingly rare, his brand of cinema no longer in sync with changing tastes. First Published: June 08, 2025, 18:15 IST
Indian Express
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Sunita Ahuja claims ‘wrong circle' around Govinda led to his career downfall: ‘They just say ‘wah, wah!' They're of no use'
Once one of Bollywood's biggest stars, known for delivering back-to-back hits and whose very name guaranteed unabashed entertainment, actor Govinda's career has been virtually dormant for years. Not just that he hasn't had a commercial success in over a decade, but he also hasn't appeared in a film since 2019, following the disastrous performance of Rangeela Raja. Recently, Govinda's wife Sunita Ahuja addressed the decline of his career, attributing it to his futile attempts to replicate the formula that worked in the 1990s. She also criticised the 'wrong circle' surrounding him, who are nothing less than sycophants, suggesting that they played a significant role in his downfall. 'Why has Govinda not been seen in 17 years? The problem is that his circle is the wrong one. It's a wrong circle. Today, my fights with him are because I can't lie, and I do not appreciate flattery,' she shared during a chat with The Powerful Humans. Although Sunita refrained from naming anyone, she did not hold back in calling them out, at least indirectly. 'Today he has four people – a writer, a musician, a secretary and a lawyer friend. They are of no use. They only say 'wah, wah!' If he makes music, they say 'wah, wah… kalam kar diya.' They should tell him the truth. When I tell him the truth, he gets upset,' she claimed. Sunita Ahuja then went on to point out how Govinda was still attempting to relive his glory days and trying to churn out something from the same template, which has left him completely obsolete and outmoded. 'I tell him the 90s era is over. It is 2025. Look at what's working on Netflix and digital platforms. But he stays with his 'wah, wah' production. I told him, change your circle. For as long as you have these 4–5 people, they won't let you go forward,' she added. Despite his fame for slapstick comedy, energetic dance performances and headlining blockbusters such as Raja Babu (1994), Coolie No 1 (1995), Saajan Chale Sasural (1996), Hero No 1 (1997), Deewana Mastana (1997), Dulhe Raja (1998), Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998), Anari No1 (1999), Haseena Maan Jayegi (1999) and Jodi No 1 (2001), Govinda's career began declining in the early 2000s. Although he managed a brief comeback with a couple of hits in the latter part of that decade, his career has been steadily deteriorating since the early 2010s.
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sunita Ahuja blames Govinda's 'circle' for derailing career: 'Tumhe aage badne nahi denge ye log'
Sunita Ahuja, the wife of Govinda delivered a fiery and unapologetic critique of the actor's inner circle, accusing them of stunting his career. The 'Hero No 1' actor who was on top of his game in the 90s, hasn't had a major hit at the box office in recent years. "Why has Govinda not been seen in 17 years? The problem is that his circle, is a wrong one."Speaking to The Powerful Humans, Sunita criticised and squarely placed blame on what she called a 'wrong circle' surrounding the Hero No. 1 star. She went on to reveal, "Today my fights with him are because I can't lie and I do not appreciate flattery." Without taking names, she took shots at his four-member team saying, "Today he has four people - a writer, musician, secretary and a lawyer friend. They are of no use. They only say "wah, wah!" If he makes music, they say "wah, wah... kalam kar diya." They should tell him the truth. When I tell him the truth, he gets upset." Sunita went on to say that while the world has moved into the era of OTT and evolving storytelling, Govinda continues to cling to the nostalgic style of the 1990s. 'I tell him the 90s era is over. It is 2025. Look at what's working on Netflix and digital platforms. But he stays with his 'wah, wah production',' she remarked. According to her, the problem isn't a lack of talent or relevance—Govinda remains a beloved figure in Indian cinema—but rather, it's his unwillingness to break free from a feedback loop of empty praise and outdated strategies. 'I told him, change your circle. For as long as you have these 4–5 people, they won't let you go forward,' she warned. Govinda, a superstar in the 80s and 90s with iconic hits like Coolie No. 1, Partner, and Dulhe Raja, has made only sporadic appearances in recent years. His last notable release was Rangeela Raja in 2019, which failed to make a mark at the box office. The explosive comments have gone viral—sparking renewed conversation about the actor's long absence from the big screen. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Govinda dancing with wife Sunita Ahuja to classic Bollywood tunes is the cutest video on social media today
A heartwarming clip of Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja has taken the internet by storm. The clip doing the rounds on social media sees the hubby-wife duo getting groovy as they danced to some classical Bollywood hits. Dancing joyfully together, the two even matched steps as they came up with an impromptu choreography. After nailing their steps the two couldn't seem to hold back their laughter and hugged it out at the end of the song. For the fun night in, Govinda was seen dressed to the nines in a pink shirt and white pants which he paired with his trademark shades. Sunita, on the other hand, wore her hair down in curls as she let loose in a kaftan. The video had fans leaving a trail of red heart emoticons in the comments section. The clip comes amidst intense scrutiny on the couple's marriage and personal life. In a previous interview, Sunita shared that during her husband's early years in the film industry, she felt secure about their relationship, despite rumours linking him to his co-stars. However, she quipped that she isn't sure any more, as, "He has crossed 60, and you never know what he will do." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Consigue audifonos de alta calidad sin gastar ni un solo centavo Top Audifonos Undo When asked if link-up rumours during the actor's younger days in the industry affected her, she claimed that they didn't as she trusted his busy schedule kept him grounded. She also alleged that he 'didn't have the time' that he also didn't have time to pursue other romances. However, she did admit that if gossip columns repeatedly featured some stories, it would make her feel rather uneasy. In her latest chat with The Powerful Humans, she defended Govinda against rumours of infidelity, saying that he husband was a good man and insisted that he still is a good person. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
