Popular Bollywood actor Govinda was rushed to Criticare Hospital this morning after suffering a bullet injury at his Juhu residence, Mumbai Police confirmed. The incident occurred at around 4:45 am due to an accidental misfire from his licensed revolver. The 60-year-old actor, also a Shiv Sena leader, was alone at the time of the mishap, as his wife, Sunita Ahuja, was in Kolkata.
According to police, no complaint has been registered by Govinda regarding the accident. His manager explained that the incident occurred when the revolver fell from a cupboard, discharging a bullet that hit the actor’s leg. Fortunately, the injury was not life-threatening, and Govinda was discharged from the hospital after receiving prompt treatment.
“We had a 6 am flight to catch for a show in Kolkata, and I had already reached the airport,” said the actor’s manager. “Govinda ji was about to leave for the airport when the accident happened. It is due to God’s grace that he sustained only a minor injury.”
Govinda, a beloved figure in the film industry known for his impeccable comic timing and dance moves, is expected to make a full recovery. Fans and well-wishers have expressed relief that the actor is out of danger and resting after the incident.