We have always seen the glamourous and bright side of the entertainment industry. However, it is not so easy to shine in this industry. People have to struggle a lot to get fame and work hard. Nepotism has become a big topic and it is said that star kids get job easily. But, that is not the case with everyone. Not every person who is from the film family gets work. One such thing has happened with a popular Bollywood actor. His parents have been actors but it was not an easy entry for him in the Bollywood industry.
Meet the superstar who ruled the 80s…
We are talking about the very energetic Govinda. He has seen a lot of struggles in his life. He is former actor Aroon and singer-actress Nirmala Devi’s son. He had a very tough childhood. Both his parents could not be successful in their respective careers and hence, the family was not well to do.
Govinda’s father lost everything as he failed with his home production. Due to this, the family moved to Carter Road bungalow to Virar. Govinda was born there and had to go through a tough time. He had said in an interview how his family did not have any food to eat. They did not have any money and they would have to borrow ration to survive.
Govinda completed his graduation in 1980s. After this, Govinda started searching for jobs but he failed. He was not getting jobs because he was not good with English speaking. He then started auditioning for films. In 1986, he gave his first film, Ilzaam. In the same year, he did Love 86 and both films were big hits. He did many hit movies 80s.
He made a name for himself and he became the highest-paid actor and a comedy star. A report in Times Of India said that Govinda revealed that he had signed 75 films at the age of 21. He has rejected films and shows like Gadar and Mahabharat in his career. However, these rejections never affected his stardom.
He has been a part of many hit films like Raja Babu, Coolie No 1, Deewana Mastana, Dulhe Raja, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Anari No 1, Bhagam Bhag, Partner and many more.
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