Govinda has finally responded after his wife Sunita Ahuja publicly called him a “sugar daddy” in connection with his Roopa co-star Komal Rani Swarnkar, accusing him of having an affair with the actress.
The 62-year-old actor addressed Sunita at length, saying her remarks were hurting his reputation and work.
The Partner The actor said, “Jo kaam baahar mujhe milta hai, woh main karta nahin hoon, aur jo main kar raha hoon, usmein aap hastakshep kar rahi hain,” pointing out that Sunita had once taken his help for her own shows during the lockdown.
But now that he has started a new film, he said, “Aap aap bhi aisa ho aaye ki mera business na ho.
The Hero No. 1 star also spoke about people from modest backgrounds entering films, saying they shouldn’t be humiliated to the point that they get scared and leave the industry.
On the age gap issue with Komal, the Bride King lead said many senior actors have worked with younger actresses and continued to look youthful on screen, adding, “Aap yeh nahin chah rahi hain ki main yuva kaise dikh sakta hoon.”
The Coolie No.1 The actor further claimed a “group” was working to damage his image and appealed to his wife to stop making public statements, saying, “Aap thoda sa apni had mein rahiye. Aisi aapse prarthana hai.”
Govinda also called out Sunita's use of abusive language, saying, “Sunita ji, aap too much maa-behen ki gaaliyaan dene lagi hain,” and warned that young fans might start copying her behavior if she continues.
Govinda and Komal have been making joint appearances lately for The rut.
They were first spotted together at Mumbai airport, months after Sunita had hinted the woman allegedly involved with her husband was a newcomer. The two were seen together again on Friday, reigniting the controversy.