Bollywood veteran Govinda is grappling with immense grief following the passing of his longtime secretary and close confidant, Shashi Prabhu, on March 6, 2025. The actor, who shared an unbreakable bond with Prabhu, rushed to his residence as soon as he received the devastating news. Later that evening, during the funeral, Govinda was overcome with emotion, unable to hold back his tears as he bid farewell to his dear friend.
The heartbreaking news reached Govinda in the afternoon, prompting him to immediately with Prabhu’s grieving family. A video from the funeral, held at 10 PM, captures the actor visibly shaken as he mourned the loss of someone who had been like family to him. In a deeply emotional moment, Govinda was also seen offering comfort to a close family member of Prabhu, ensuring she did not feel alone in her sorrow.
Here is the video:
Their relationship was more than just professional; Prabhu had been a steadfast pillar of support throughout Govinda’s Bollywood journey. Their friendship, which began in the actor’s early days in the industry, remained strong over the decades, making this loss particularly painful for Govinda.
Shashi Sinha, another secretary of Govinda, reflected on their deep connection in an interview with ETimes. He shared, “From the very beginning, they shared a close bond, and for many years, he also worked for Govinda. I got to know him later. But during Govinda’s early struggles, he was like a brother to him. Govinda loved him like a brother, and their relationship remains the same to this day.”
The funeral was attended by close friends and well-wishers who gathered to pay their last respects. Fans took to social media to express their condolences, sharing old pictures and fond memories of Govinda and Prabhu together. Many recalled how Prabhu had played a pivotal role in the actor’s success, standing by his side through every challenge and triumph.
