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9 Fun Facts About Govinda

9 Fun Facts About Govinda

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

On Govinda's 61st birthday on December 21, some nuggets about the actor who was once Hero No 1.

GST 2.0 Needs Deeper Reforms

GST 2.0 Needs Deeper Reforms

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Since items in the 12% category account for only about 5% of total GST, the additional boost to consumption may not be significant, points out M Govinda Rao.

Ranji Trophy: Karun, Smaran hit double tons as Karnataka dominates

Ranji Trophy: Karun, Smaran hit double tons as Karnataka dominates

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

Karun Nair and Ravichandran Smaran made double hundreds as Karnataka gained upper hand over Kerala on the second day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match.

'We Are Happy Being Shameless'

'We Are Happy Being Shameless'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle promises a healthy dose of sarcasm and unfiltered comments.

Farewell Dr Vece Paes: Hockey Great, Sports Medicine Pioneer

Farewell Dr Vece Paes: Hockey Great, Sports Medicine Pioneer

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Olympic medallist Dr Vece Paes was a part of the BCCI's anti-doping programme for several years, besides also working with the Indian Davis Cup team.

'When I Can't Take Nonsense Any Longer Then Sparks Begin To Fly'

'When I Can't Take Nonsense Any Longer Then Sparks Begin To Fly'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

'Look after your own mother before looking after your neighbour's mother.' 'I don't believe in starving my own mother and feeding sweets to the neighbours.'

Katrina's Eager About Vicky's Govinda

Katrina's Eager About Vicky's Govinda

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

'She knows how hard the process was for me. I would share with her what all we would shoot.'

Trump's Tariffs: No More Protectionism Please!

Trump's Tariffs: No More Protectionism Please!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Brave statements such as we will continue to be the fastest growing large country are of no consolation, because the direction of trade also determines the flow of investment, points out M Govinda Rao.

Mumbai celebrates Janmashtami with gusto, 124 Govindas hurt in dahi handi

Mumbai celebrates Janmashtami with gusto, 124 Govindas hurt in dahi handi

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

The Dahi Handi ritual, part of the Janmashtami festival that marks the birth of Lord Krishna, saw enthusiastic participation by revellers in the metropolis, its adjoining areas and other parts of Maharashtra. The festival was celebrated with traditional fervour and gaiety in Mumbai and other parts of the state.

Govinda Naam Mera Review: Not Fun

Govinda Naam Mera Review: Not Fun

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

To name your movie after Bollywood's most dhinchak hero and craft something so dull borderlines on sacrilege, feels Sukanya Verma.

The 'Bad Girl' Returns To Films

The 'Bad Girl' Returns To Films

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'If I had the chance now, I would have continued acting.' 'The cultures of Maharashtra and Bengal are different and I felt I had to give my best to be a good daughter-in-law and an ideal wife.' 'I never thought I could balance both.'

'Acting Is A Very Luck-Dependent Business'

'Acting Is A Very Luck-Dependent Business'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'Your family doesn't want you to come to this field because there's no direction, no formula.' 'It's not as if your career is settled and you will get work consistently.'

Meet The Man You Hated

Meet The Man You Hated

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'We knew there would be a silence from the audience after watching the film because Dhadak 2 is that kind of a film.'

Bollywood's Hatke Hotsteppers

Bollywood's Hatke Hotsteppers

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Sweet surprises are made of actors best known for their dramatics taking us by surprise by shaking a leg on screen.

Rasha Parties With Tamannaah

Rasha Parties With Tamannaah

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Rasha Thadani turned 20 on March 16 and she invited her friends over for a black-themed birthday party.

The 12 Husbands With 2 Biwis!

The 12 Husbands With 2 Biwis!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Bollywood's warped sense of humour sees much fun in a man's attachment to two women as he hyper oscillates between a pair of wives.

Trump's Tariff Tsunami: Will India Sink or Reform?

Trump's Tariff Tsunami: Will India Sink or Reform?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

The Trump trade shock is a chance to push long-overdue reforms, rather than tinker with tariffs to appease the US, suggests M Govinda Rao.

Manipur BJP MLAs propose roadmap to end conflict, call for popular govt

Manipur BJP MLAs propose roadmap to end conflict, call for popular govt

Rediff.com31 May 2025

They said that such a solution must rest on the pillars of political will, inclusive dialogue, constitutional safeguards and impartial endorsement of law and order.

Manipur's BJP MLAs Ready To Form A Govt, But...

Manipur's BJP MLAs Ready To Form A Govt, But...

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

'We're ready. The numbers are there. The only thing missing is Delhi's nod.' 'If they try to force Biren back in, the whole thing will fall apart.'

When I Attended The Bachchans' Holi Party

When I Attended The Bachchans' Holi Party

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

The Bachchan family have this knack of going out of their way to make you feel extremely comfortable.

Dahi Handi In Action!

Dahi Handi In Action!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

At midnight, August 26-27, 2024, Dahi Handi celebrations commenced in the Dadar area of north central Mumbai on the occasion of Janmashtami.

'I Was Hit By A Bullet'

'I Was Hit By A Bullet'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Govinda sustained a bullet injury on his leg as his licensed revolver misfired, police said.

Mallika Sherawat Parties With Anees Bazmee

Mallika Sherawat Parties With Anees Bazmee

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Anees Bazmee, who is basking in the success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, celebrates 45 years in the film industry.

Maha declares 'Dahi Handi' as official sport, Govindas to get jobs

Maha declares 'Dahi Handi' as official sport, Govindas to get jobs

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

In case of unfortunate death of a participant during the formation of human pyramids, his/her kin would get Rs 10 lakh as compensation from the state government. A player suffering serious injuries would receive Rs 7 lakh, while one with fractures would be paid Rs 5 lakh, he said.

Are You Ready For Rasha-Aaman's Azaad?

Are You Ready For Rasha-Aaman's Azaad?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Film folk stepped out to watch debutants Rasha Thadani and Aaman Devgn's new film, Azaad, which releases on January 17.

Disha, Rashmika, Ananya's Stylish Night Out

Disha, Rashmika, Ananya's Stylish Night Out

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

The fourth Pinkvilla Screen & Style Icons awards saw a splash of A-listers walk down the red carpet.

When 'Dancing Uncle' danced with Govinda

When 'Dancing Uncle' danced with Govinda

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

It was sheer magic on Dance Deewane.

Can Varun, Sara recreate Govinda, Karisma's magic?

Can Varun, Sara recreate Govinda, Karisma's magic?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

'No one can equal them. No one should even try,' says David Dhawan.

Dahi Handi: Sonakshi, Sana's Tapori Style

Dahi Handi: Sonakshi, Sana's Tapori Style

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

While Kanha steals makkhan, don't forget to steal your admirers' hearts with your style.

Govinda playing 'the biggest scamster of our times'

Govinda playing 'the biggest scamster of our times'

Rediff.com29 May 2018

Rangeela Raja features Govinda as a high-living businessman.

PIX: Govinda, Shatru watch Rangeela Raja

PIX: Govinda, Shatru watch Rangeela Raja

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

It's movie time in Bollywood!

Meet Govinda's son, Yashvardhan

Meet Govinda's son, Yashvardhan

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

Even though he loves direction, acting is where his heart lies.

TTD to offer free education to kids of stampede victims

TTD to offer free education to kids of stampede victims

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Trust board on Friday expressed condolences over the recent stampede here and decided to offer free education for the deceased victims' children at its institutions.

Will FryDay revive Govinda's career?

Will FryDay revive Govinda's career?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Good to see Govinda in form!

Govinda's back with FryDay

Govinda's back with FryDay

Rediff.com5 Nov 2017

Loved Govinda in Happy Ending? Here's more of him!

Rs 8.7 Trn Individuals Vs Rs 4.53 Trn Corporates

Rs 8.7 Trn Individuals Vs Rs 4.53 Trn Corporates

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

From FY20 to FY24, the revenue forgone due to tax incentives for individuals and Hindu undivided families stood at Rs 8.7 trillion, significantly higher than the Rs 4.53 trillion forgone for corporations.

Mere Husband Ki Biwi Review: Unfunny!

Mere Husband Ki Biwi Review: Unfunny!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Mere Husband Ki Biwi collapses into an unremarkable My Best Friend's Wedding knock-off reducing a woman's worth to a catfight, observes Sukanya Verma.

10 Things We Love About Govinda

10 Things We Love About Govinda

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

The 53-year-old makes his return as a leading man in the upcoming Aa Gaya Hero.

Why Must We Have 7 I-T Categories?

Why Must We Have 7 I-T Categories?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'The finance minister missed yet another opportunity to simplify the income tax structure in the Budget.' 'This was an opportune moment to get rid of the old tax system entirely and move fully to the new system,' asserts M Govinda Rao, member of the 14th Finance Commission.

PHOTOS: Govinda aala re!

PHOTOS: Govinda aala re!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

Janmashtami, which marks the birthday of Lord Krishna is being celebrated with much fanfare across the country. Across the nation, the festival was being celebrated with much vim and vigour, with govindas forming pyramids, all to get their hands on the prize - the handi.