Govinda, the “Hero No. 1” of Bollywood, has entertained audiences with his unmatched comic timing, versatile acting, and impeccable dance moves. As the legendary actor celebrates his birthday, let’s revisit five of his biggest box-office hits, which solidified his position as one of the most bankable stars of his time.
1. Coolie No. 1 (1995)
Directed by David Dhawan, this comedy of errors was made on a modest budget of ₹3.5 crore and collected over ₹23 crore at the box office. Govinda’s antics as Raju, the lovable coolie, became iconic.
2. Raja Babu (1994)
This family drama-comedy was another blockbuster pairing Govinda with Karisma Kapoor. The film, made on a budget of ₹2 crore, grossed approximately ₹15 crore, winning hearts with its humor and emotional beats.
3. Hero No. 1 (1997)
A signature Govinda-David Dhawan collaboration, this romantic comedy had a budget of ₹6 crore and raked in ₹23 crore. Govinda’s comic timing and relatable performance as the charming “hero” won audiences over.
4. Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999)
This multistarrer comedy, featuring Govinda and Sanjay Dutt, was made on a budget of ₹9 crore and earned ₹36 crore at the box office. Govinda’s antics and chemistry with Sanjay Dutt were the film’s highlights.
5. Partner (2007)
Starring alongside Salman Khan, this modern comedy was made for ₹20 crore and amassed ₹103 crore worldwide, showcasing Govinda’s evergreen charm in a new era.
Govinda’s contributions to Bollywood are timeless. On his special day, let’s relive the joy of his greatest hits!
