‘King of rhythm & vigour’ rings in 57th birthday

Actor Govinda, known for his excellent dancing skills and great coming timing, turns a year older and Bollywood celebrates the occasion

As Bollywood star Govinda rang in his 57th birthday on Monday, the actor received heart-warming wishes from his friends and co-stars from the industry on social media.

Madhuri Dixit Nene took to Twitter and penned an adorable wish for her co-actor and the star “who brings a smile on everyone’s face’. The Kalank actor also posted throwback pictures with Govinda, as they have a gala time on the sets of a TV show. “Your films, dance, dialogues… your presence alone brings a smile on everyone’s face including mine. Sending you my best wishes on your birthday. Happy birthday, @govindaahuja21,” she tweeted.

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Your films, dance, dialogues… your presence alone brings a smile on everyone’s face including mine 😊 Sending you my best wishes on your birthday. Happy birthday 🎂@govindaahuja21 pic.twitter.com/CcyH1JaC0I

— Madhuri Dixit Nene (@MadhuriDixit) December 21, 2020

“II want people to look at me at least once as we dance– I had once told him jokingly..did I manage..of course Not (even I didn’t see me). It’s impossible to take your eyes off him when he is dancing. Immensely graceful dancer n an incredible actor #HappyBirthdayGovinda,” shared Urmila Matondkar.

“I want people to look at me at least once as we dance” I had once told him jokingly..did I manage..of course Not 😂 (even I didn’t see me😅)
It’s impossible to take your eyes off him when he is dancing 🕺
Immensely graceful dancer n an incredible actor 😎#HappyBirthdayGovinda pic.twitter.com/9k9B3fxQVH

— Urmila Matondkar (@UrmilaMatondkar) December 21, 2020

Karisma Kapoor, one of Govinda’s frequent co-stars, also took to her Instagram story to share birthday wishes for the Hero No. 1 actor. Karisma wrote: “Happy Birthday Chi Chi,” while Sayani Gupta posted: “It’s @govindaahuja21 ‘s birthday! Can we take a moment to appreciate the King of Rhythm & Vigour! All time favourite! He just infused Joy!”

 

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Govinda is considered one of the best dancers Bollywood has ever witnessed. The actor is also known for his excellent comic timing.

Back in the 1990s and the early 2000s, Raveena Tandon and Govinda belted out blockbusters that continue to remain etched in our hearts till date. The duo emerged as one of the most popular and desirable on-screen couples with thousands of fans swooning over their dynamic chemistry and impeccable comic timing. With films like Aunty No 1, Pardesi Babu, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Rajaji, Dulhe Raja, Akhiyon Se Goli Maare and Anari No 1, among others, Raveena and Govinda became a favourite among Hindi film fans who swear by their films.

Recalling the films with her Partner star, actor Raveena Tandon shared a montage on Instagram of the songs with the birthday boy and noted down the birthday wish. “Happy Birthday ChiChi ! @govinda_herono1…Here’s to my fav fun costar and buddy of countless years! @govinda_herono1 Some of my fav countless fun moments! For you chichi,” wrote Tandon.

 

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In a career spanning over three decades, Govinda has done more than 165 Bollywood films.