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‘All Set For New Innings’: Did Govinda Hint At His Comeback?

By Grace Cyril,News18

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'All Set For New Innings': Did Govinda Hint At His Comeback?

Veteran Bollywood actor Govinda appears to be preparing for a new phase in his career. The 61-year-old actor, who dominated Hindi cinema in the 1990s with his comic timing and dance moves, recently took to Instagram to signal his return.
In a post, Govinda shared a photograph from a Film City set, dressed in a bright yellow patterned jacket, white T-shirt, blue jeans, and brown shoes. Standing and smiling at the camera, he captioned the image simply, “All set for new inning.”

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While the actor has not revealed specific details about his upcoming venture, media reports suggest that Govinda will be seen in a concept-based show titled Lane Den–It’s All About Business. The announcement has sparked excitement among fans, eager to see the star back in action.
Govinda Arun Ahuja began his career in the mid-1980s as an action and dancing hero, making his debut with the 1986 hit Love 86. He went on to appear in successful films such as Ilzaam (1986), Marte Dam Tak (1987), Khudgarz (1987), Dariya Dil (1988), Jaisi Karni Waisi Bharni (1989), Swarg (1990), and Hum (1991).
The 1990s saw Govinda reinvent himself as a comic hero, winning audiences over with films like 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 No.1 (1999), Haseena Maan Jayegi (1999), and Jodi No.1 (2001). His performance in Saajan Chale Sasural earned him a Filmfare Special Award, while Haseena Maan Jayegi won him the Filmfare Award for Best Comedian.
Following a period of mixed success in the 2000s, Govinda appeared in commercial hits such as Bhagam Bhag (2006), Partner (2007), and Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty (2014). In 2015, he joined the reality show circuit as a judge on Dance India Dance Super Moms.
Beyond cinema, Govinda has also been active in politics. He served as a Member of Parliament for the Mumbai North constituency from 2004 to 2009, representing the Indian National Congress. Ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, he joined the Shivsena party, marking another chapter in his public life.