While everyone is busy follwoing trend of recreating their 80s look from Bollywood, an old video of Salman Khan praising Govinda has resurfaced on social media, with the ‘Dabangg’ actor calling him the best actor of their generation. During his appearance on journalist Rajat Sharma’s popular show ‘Aap Ki Adalat’ a few years back, Salman spoke candidly about his contemporaries and singled out Govinda for his exceptional acting abilities. No wonder, Salman share a great rapport with Govinda.Talking about the ‘Hero No.1’ actor, Salman said, “Hamare generation ke andar na usse better actor aya hai na koi ayega and woh hai Govinda.” This candid admission offered a glimpse into the respect Salman has had for Govinda.The throwback clip has caught the attention of fans at a time when Govinda is once again making headlines. The veteran actor is gearing up for two upcoming films, ‘Roopa‘ and ‘Duniyadari’ with actress Komal Swarnakar, marking his return to the big screen after years. Govinda announced his upcoming two movies few months ago in a media interaction held in Mumbai. He also promised the audience that they will be surprised by seeing him in a very different role. However, his professional comeback comes amid continued interest in his personal life, particularly the controversy surrounding his marriage to wife Sunita Ahuja.Salman’s assessment was unequivocal as he said that no actor better than Govinda had emerged from their generation and that no one would surpass him. The remark has now gone viral again, with fans revisiting Govinda’s contribution to Hindi cinema.Govinda, who made his Bollywood debut with ‘Ilzaam’ in 1986, went on to become one of the most successful and recognisable stars of the 1990s. His comic timing, dancing ability, expressive acting and distinctive screen presence made him a favourite among audiences. The actor delivered several memorable performances in films including ‘Aankhen’, ‘Raja Babu’, ‘Coolie No. 1’, ‘Saajan Chale Sasural’, ‘Hero No. 1’, ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, ‘Dulhe Raja’ and ‘Haseena Maan Jayegi’ and so on.

Salman Khan and Govinda’s ‘Partner’ connection

Salman Khan and Govinda also shared the screen in David Dhawan’s 2007 comedy ‘Partner’. The film brought together two actors known for their acting timing and entertaining screen presence. Their pairing became one of the highlights of the film, with Govinda’s effortless comedy complementing Salman’s larger-than-life persona. ‘Partner’ went on to become a commercial success and remains one of the most popular collaborations between the two stars.

Govinda gears up for two upcoming films

After remaining away from regular big-screen appearances for several years, Govinda is now preparing to return with two projects, ‘Roopa’ and ‘Duniyadari’. The announcement of the projects has generated curiosity among his fans, particularly those who remember the actor’s dominance during the 1990s. The timing of his return is significant as the actor has also been in the news because of developments in his personal life.

Govinda and Sunita Ahuja’s divorce controversy

Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja have been at the centre of speculation over the state of their mar riage. Several reports earlier claimed that Sunita had filed for divorce, leading to widespread discussion about their relationship.The controversy was further fuelled by reports and speculation surrounding Govinda’s alleged closeness to another woman. However, Govinda’s manager Shashi Sinha later confirmed that Sunita had withdrawn the divorce petition, adding another twist to the developments surrounding the couple.Govinda has also spoken about the reports surrounding his personal life. At a public event, the actor appeared to address the speculation indirectly, saying that several things were being written and said about him and suggesting that some of the claims circulating about his personal life were not true. He did not directly name Sunita while making the comments.Despite the controversy, Govinda and Sunita have continued to remain a subject of public interest, particularly given their decades-long marriage.