Earlier this morning, Anupam Kher took to his IG handle to share a video of producer-director Kirti Kumar, who is Govinda’s older brother. The two talked about everything under the sun, including Govinda’s health after a leg injury. Sharing the same, Anupam wrote, “Encounter in the Park: I was so happy to meet #KirtiKumar ji after a long long time. Kirti ji directed one of my favourite films #Hatya.We spoke about many things including my friend and his younger brother #Govinda’s leg injury. Relieved to know that he is progressing well. We also spoke about time spent together, 90’s cinema and also importance of being kind in life. Nice to meet you my friend! See you soon with a film script! Jai Ho! ❤️😍🕉 #Memories #Kindness”
A few weeks back, Govinda had a freak accident at his home, when he accidentally shot himself in his leg. He was admitted to the hospital, and later, his wife Sunita Ahuja shared an important health update about her actor husband Govinda.Post her visit to the hospital, where the actor is receiving treatment for the bullet injury he sustained to his leg, she informed reporters that Govinda is “better” and will be discharged in two days (then). In a statement reported by ANI, she said, “Govinda is better. We will admit him to the normal ward today. He is much better than yesterday. He will be discharged the day after tomorrow. With everyone’s blessings, he has recovered…He has a great fan following, so people are praying for him…I would like to tell the fans to not panic, he is fine.” The actor is now back home.
Meanwhile, the Mumbai crime branch personnel, met the actor Govinda and have made enquires about the incident. While the local police have been conducting an investigation, the Mumbai crime branch has also initiated a parallel enquiry into the incident which took place on Tuesday morning at the actor’s Mumbai residence. A crime branch team led by senior police inspector Daya Nayak visited the hospital and spoke to the actor about the incident, an official said.
No one has lodged any complaint in this matter so far, police said and also confirmed that the actor was alone when the incident took place at his residence in the early hours of the morning.
According to reports, Govinda’s licenced revolver accidentally discharged while he was putting it back in the cupboard before leaving for Kolkata. Govinda’s manager, Shashi Sinha, told reporters, “Govinda was getting ready to leave for Kolkata and was putting his licenced revolver back in the cupboard when it slipped from his hand, and the gun went off, hitting him in the leg. The doctor has removed the bullet, and his condition is stable. He is still in the hospital.”
Soon after learning about the incident, director David Dhawan and veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha came to the hospital to inquire about Govinda’s health.