Actor Govinda’s relationship with Sunita Ahuja has sparked much conversation lately. Last year, rumors of their impending divorce circulated, but the couple later dismissed these claims. While whispers of Govinda dating a younger actress have emerged, his history of romantic linkups dates back to the vibrant 90s. Notably, he and Neelam formed a beloved pair during that era, and the actor has openly expressed his affection for her.
Govinda recently spoke about his past feelings for Neelam in a conversation with Siddharth Kanna. When asked about their rumored affair, he candidly admitted to being attracted to the ‘doll-like’ Neelam. He remarked, “Dekhiye hum sab jitne youngsters, jo gaon type ka hote hain, unn sabhi ke liye goriyan boht achi lagti hain (All of us from the village find fair women very appealing). This attraction for someone who is different happens. She was unique and such a wonderful person. It felt like she was a doll.”
Delving deeper into his admiration for Neelam, Govinda revealed he was a fan of hers long before they worked together. “She had that doll-like charm, and I thought, wow. I was watching her films, cheering her on, never imagining I would get the chance to act alongside her. She became my heroine, and I was in disbelief,” he shared.
When addressing the speculations about his feelings for Neelam, he clarified, “Back then, affairs weren’t as common as they are now. We used to create quite a stir… It happened, and it felt real.”
A Quick Look at Govinda and Neelam’s Legacy
Govinda and Neelam were among Bollywood’s most beloved on-screen duos in the 1980s and early 1990s. They starred in over a dozen films together, captivating audiences with their on-screen chemistry. Their notable works include classics like Love 86, Ilzaam (1986), Khudgarz, and Sindoor (1987), as well as several films from 1989 such as Farz Ki Jung, Billoo Badshah, Taaqatwar, and Gharana.
In a 1990 interview with Stardust, Govinda confessed that he was indeed in love with Neelam at one point, even breaking off his engagement with Sunita—who he would later marry—because of his feelings for her.