Govinda and Sunita Ahuja have been married for more than three decades but their relationship has often been in the spotlight. Over the years, both have spoken about the ups and downs in their marriage, with Sunita often being more open about their personal equation. Amid recent reports about trouble in their marriage, the ‘Hero No 1’ actor has now responded to Sunita’s latest viral video. The actor urged her to be careful with her words, especially when talking about family. He also expressed concern over the repeated use of abusive language publicly.Meanwhile, Govinda’s past relationship with Neelam Kothari has returned to attention amid recent discussions about his personal life. The actor’s old revelations open up about a difficult period before his marriage to Sunita Ahuja.Currently, Govinda faces renewed public attention over his association with his ‘Roopa’ co-star Komal Rani Swarnkar. Recent pictures of the two actors together prompted speculation online.

Govinda revealed how he fell for Neelam Kothari

In a 1990 interview with Stardust, Govinda spoke openly about his feelings for Neelam Kothari. He explained that their frequent meetings gradually made him more attracted to her. “We met so often and the more I got to know her, the more I liked her.” Govinda described Neelam Kothari as someone who made a deep impression on him. “She was the kind of woman any man would have lost his heart to. I lost mine.” At that point, Govinda was already engaged to Sunita Ahuja. However, he admitted that his feelings for Neelam Kothari became increasingly difficult to conceal.

He compared Sunita Ahuja with Neelam

Govinda said his admiration for Neelam Kothari became a regular topic of conversation. He spoke about her with people close to him, including Sunita Ahuja. “I couldn’t stop praising her. To my friends, to my family. Even to Sunita, to whom I was committed,” he said. The actor also acknowledged that he compared the two women. He wanted Sunita Ahuja to adopt some of the qualities he admired in Neelam Kothari. “I would tell Sunita to change herself and become like Neelam. I would tell her to learn from her. I was merciless.”

Govinda broke his engagement with Sunita

The situation eventually affected Govinda’s relationship with Sunita Ahuja. He revealed that he decided to end their engagement while his feelings for Neelam Kothari were strong. “I asked Sunita to leave me. I broke off my engagement with her,” Govinda said. He also admitted that he had considered marrying Neelam Kothari. However, Sunita Ahuja contacted him again a few days later. “Had Sunita not called me after five days and coaxed me into it again, I would probably have married Neelam.” Govinda was also candid about the seriousness of his intentions towards Neelam Kothari. “I wanted to marry her. And I don’t think there’s anything wrong with that.”

He ultimately stayed committed to Sunita Ahuja

Despite his feelings for Neelam Kothari, Govinda eventually decided to continue his relationship with Sunita Ahuja. He explained that his existing commitment influenced his choice. “Just because I had fallen in love elsewhere, I couldn’t overlook my commitment towards Sunita.” Govinda and Sunita Ahuja subsequently married. Their relationship has continued for decades, although their personal life has periodically attracted public attention.Govinda is currently preparing for his theatrical comeback with ‘Roopa’. The movie marks his return to the big screen after several years.