Priyadarshan was warned not to take Govinda, the director now revealed the big secret of Bhagam Bhaag casting:

News India Live, Digital Desk: The pair of Akshay Kumar and Govinda enthralled the audience with their comic timing in ‘Bhagam Bhaag’. But director Priyadarshan has revealed that at that time many people from the film industry advised him not to cast Govinda.

Why was the warning given? (The Backstory)

Punctuality: Priyadarshan told that at that time Govinda was in the news for his habit of “arriving late”. People had told the director that working with Govinda would be difficult and the schedule of the film might get disturbed.

Career ups and downs: Govinda’s career was somewhat slow in the mid-2000s, and people were apprehensive about pairing him with a ‘disciplined’ star like Akshay Kumar.

Priyadarshan’s decision and Govinda’s magic

Relying on talent: Priyadarshan said, “I have always admired Govinda’s timing. I knew that the chemistry of Babla (Govinda) and Bunty (Akshay Kumar) would set the screen on fire.”

Discipline Experience: The director also clarified that he did not face any problems during the shoot. Govinda did an excellent job and his jugalbandi with Akshay Kumar became the life of the film.

Comedy Masterclass: ‘Bhagam Bhaag’ is still considered a cult classic for its situational comedy and great scenes with Rajpal Yadav.

Akshay and Govinda’s friendship

According to the report, Akshay Kumar himself had expressed his desire to work with Govinda. Akshay has always considered Govinda as his senior and master of comedy. The songs of the film ‘Signal’ and ‘Tere Bin’ are equally popular even today.