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Govind Namdev

Govind Namdev Image Source : Wikipedia
  • Born 3 September 1954
  • Place of Birth Sagar
  • Occupation Actor, Television Actor
  • Spouse Sudha Namdev
  • Education National School Of Drama, Dr. Hari Singh Gour University
  • Years active 1992-present

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  • Irani Chai, 
  • Satya
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ABOUT Govind Namdev

Govind Namdev: A Veteran Character Actor Govind Namdev, born September 3, 1954, is a prominent figure in Hindi cinema, recognised for his versatile portrayals, frequently as antagonists. A 1978 graduate of the National School of Drama, he honed his skills for over a decade with the NSD repertory company before transitioning to film. His career launch came with David Dhawan's Shola Aur Shabnam (1992), where he played a corrupt police officer. Since then, he has built a prolific filmography encompassing diverse roles. Notable performances include his work in Bandit Queen, Satya, Virasat, Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani, Sarfarosh, and Johny Gaddar, showcasing his range and ability to inhabit characters with nuance. More recent appearances include Oh My God and Kaashi: In Search of Ganga. Namdev's contributions to Hindi cinema are marked by his consistent delivery of powerful, memorable characters, solidifying his place as a veteran character actor. Information on recent projects or awards is currently unavailable.

Govind Namdev FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Irani Chai
  • Irani Chai

    ( 2024 )

  • Sarhadein
  • Sarhadein

    ( 2001 )

  • Jst truck permit
  • Jst truck permit

    ( 2024 )

  • Parivartan
  • Parivartan

    ( 2020 )

  • Bal Naren
  • Bal Naren

    ( 2024 )

  • Abhimanyu Ka Chakravyuh
  • Abhimanyu Ka Chakravyuh

    ( 2024 )

  • Main Mulayam Singh Yadav
  • Main Mulayam Singh Yadav

    ( 2024 )

  • Purvanchal
  • Purvanchal

    ( 2024 )

  • Lath
  • Lath

    ( 2024 )

  • Zamaanat: And Justice for All
  • Zamaanat: And Justice for All

    ( 2025 )

  • Six Nine Five (695)
  • Six Nine Five (695)

    ( 2024 )

  • The Delhi Files
  • The Delhi Files

    ( 2025 )

  • Alien Frank
  • Alien Frank

    ( 2023 )

  • 5 Nights & 6 Days
  • 5 Nights & 6 Days

    ( 2025 )

  • Sam Bahadur
  • Sam Bahadur

    ( 2023 )

  • Jaatland
  • Jaatland

    ( Not Final )

  • Shudra
  • Shudra

    ( 2023 )

  • Paro: The Untold Story of Slavery
  • Paro: The Untold Story of Slavery

    ( Not Final )

  • The Purvanchal Files
  • The Purvanchal Files

    ( 2023 )

  • The Kings of Mafia Asia Chapter 1
  • The Kings of Mafia Asia Chapter 1

    ( Not Final )

  • OMG 2
  • OMG 2

    ( 2023 )

  • Kashi to Kashmir
  • Kashi to Kashmir

    ( Not Final )

  • Love Nation
  • Love Nation

    ( 2023 )

  • Pyar Ho Gaya
  • Pyar Ho Gaya

    ( Not Final )

  • Chidiakhana
  • Chidiakhana

    ( 2023 )

  • Sarrrkkar: Risshton Ki Ankahi Kahani
  • Sarrrkkar: Risshton Ki Ankahi Kahani

    ( Not Final )

  • Aazam
  • Aazam

    ( 2023 )

  • Agreement-Ek Daastaan
  • Agreement-Ek Daastaan

    ( Not Final )

  • Inspector Avinash
  • Inspector Avinash

    ( 2023 )

  • The Battle of Bhima Koregaon
  • The Battle of Bhima Koregaon

    ( Not Final )

  • Viram
  • Viram

    ( 2023 )

  • Shubh Nikah
  • Shubh Nikah

    ( 2023 )

  • Srinagar
  • Srinagar

    ( 2022 )

  • Boond (A Blue Diamond)
  • Boond (A Blue Diamond)

    ( 2022 )

  • Bindiya
  • Bindiya

    ( 2022 )

  • Ramrajya
  • Ramrajya

    ( 2022 )

  • Respect
  • Respect

    ( 2022 )

  • Anya The Other
  • Anya The Other

    ( 2022 )

  • 48 Ghante: Do Dil Do Raat
  • 48 Ghante: Do Dil Do Raat

    ( 2022 )

  • Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2
  • Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2

    ( 2022 )

  • Decent Boy
  • Decent Boy

    ( 2022 )

  • Pledge to Protect
  • Pledge to Protect

    ( 2022 )

  • Pyar Mein Thoda Twist
  • Pyar Mein Thoda Twist

    ( 2022 )

  • The Paradox
  • The Paradox

    ( 2021 )

  • Bidi Bakda
  • Bidi Bakda

    ( 2021 )

  • Bidi Bakda
  • Bidi Bakda

    ( 2021 )

  • Life in Dark
  • Life in Dark

    ( 2021 )

  • Mumbai Times
  • Mumbai Times

    ( 2021 )

  • Radhe
  • Radhe

    ( 2021 )

  • Amma Ki Boli
  • Amma Ki Boli

    ( 2021 )

  • Mere Jinvar Mere Guruvar
  • Mere Jinvar Mere Guruvar

    ( 2021 )

  • Phir Bhi Jaane Do Mitro
  • Phir Bhi Jaane Do Mitro

    ( 2020 )

  • English Ki Taay Taay Fisss ...
  • English Ki Taay Taay Fisss ...

    ( 2020 )

  • Junction Varanasi
  • Junction Varanasi

    ( 2019 )

  • Life Mein Time Nahi Hai Kisi Ko
  • Life Mein Time Nahi Hai Kisi Ko

    ( 2019 )

  • Officer Arjun Singh IPS
  • Officer Arjun Singh IPS

    ( 2019 )

  • The Red Land
  • The Red Land

    ( 2019 )

  • Jhalki
  • Jhalki

    ( 2019 )

  • Main Zaroor Aaunga
  • Main Zaroor Aaunga

    ( 2019 )

  • Modi: Journey of A Common Man
  • Modi: Journey of A Common Man

    ( 2019 )

  • Gunwali Dulhaniya
  • Gunwali Dulhaniya

    ( 2019 )

  • Ram Ki Janmabhoomi
  • Ram Ki Janmabhoomi

    ( 2019 )

  • Sur Sapata
  • Sur Sapata

    ( 2019 )

  • The Gandhi Murder
  • The Gandhi Murder

    ( 2019 )

  • Rangeela Raja
  • Rangeela Raja

    ( 2019 )

  • Kaashi in Search of Ganga
  • Kaashi in Search of Ganga

    ( 2018 )

  • Dassehra
  • Dassehra

    ( 2018 )

  • Wrong Turn
  • Wrong Turn

    ( 2018 )

  • Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana
  • Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana

    ( 2017 )

  • JD
  • JD

    ( 2017 )

  • A Gentleman
  • A Gentleman

    ( 2017 )

  • Vekh Baraatan Challiyan
  • Vekh Baraatan Challiyan

    ( 2017 )

  • Ajab Singh Ki Gajab Kahani
  • Ajab Singh Ki Gajab Kahani

    ( 2017 )

  • Gang of Littles
  • Gang of Littles

    ( 2016 )

  • Anna, Kisan Baburao Hazare
  • Anna, Kisan Baburao Hazare

    ( 2016 )

  • Anna
  • Anna

    ( 2016 )

  • Chapekar Brothers
  • Chapekar Brothers

    ( 2016 )

  • Project Marathwada
  • Project Marathwada

    ( 2016 )

  • Hai Golmaal in White House
  • Hai Golmaal in White House

    ( 2015 )

  • Dirty Politics
  • Dirty Politics

    ( 2015 )

  • Ab Tak Chhappan 2
  • Ab Tak Chhappan 2

    ( 2015 )

  • Nagravadhu Amrapali
  • Nagravadhu Amrapali

    ( 2014 )

  • Spark
  • Spark

    ( 2014 )

  • Singham Returns
  • Singham Returns

    ( 2014 )

  • Sultanat
  • Sultanat

    ( 2014 )

  • Boss
  • Boss

    ( 2013 )

  • Saawariya - Khatu Shyam Ji Ki Amar Gatha
  • Saawariya - Khatu Shyam Ji Ki Amar Gatha

    ( 2013 )

  • Ramaiya Vastavaiya
  • Ramaiya Vastavaiya

    ( 2013 )

  • Bin Phere Free Me Tere
  • Bin Phere Free Me Tere

    ( 2013 )

  • Lagyo Kasumbi No Rang
  • Lagyo Kasumbi No Rang

    ( 2013 )

  • Ata Pata Lapatta
  • Ata Pata Lapatta

    ( 2012 )

  • OMG: Oh My God!
  • OMG: Oh My God!

    ( 2012 )

  • Qayamat Hi Qayamat
  • Qayamat Hi Qayamat

    ( 2012 )

  • Jeena Hai Toh Thok Daal
  • Jeena Hai Toh Thok Daal

    ( 2012 )

  • Alex Hindustani
  • Alex Hindustani

    ( 2012 )

  • Overtime
  • Overtime

    ( 2012 )

  • Chakradhaar
  • Chakradhaar

    ( 2012 )

  • B & W the Black and White Fact
  • B & W the Black and White Fact

    ( 2012 )

  • Aagaah: The Warning
  • Aagaah: The Warning

    ( 2011 )

  • Khap
  • Khap

    ( 2011 )

  • Singham
  • Singham

    ( 2011 )

  • Dum Maaro Dum
  • Dum Maaro Dum

    ( 2011 )

  • Utt Pataang
  • Utt Pataang

    ( 2011 )

  • College Campus
  • College Campus

    ( 2011 )

  • Mad: It Can Be Anyone
  • Mad: It Can Be Anyone

    ( 2011 )

  • Khuda Kasam
  • Khuda Kasam

    ( 2010 )

  • Malik Ek
  • Malik Ek

    ( 2010 )

  • Dus Tola
  • Dus Tola

    ( 2010 )

  • Krantiveer: The Revolution
  • Krantiveer: The Revolution

    ( 2010 )

  • Right Yaaa Wrong
  • Right Yaaa Wrong

    ( 2010 )

  • Bolo Raam
  • Bolo Raam

    ( 2009 )

  • Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani
  • Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani

    ( 2009 )

  • Wanted
  • Wanted

    ( 2009 )

  • Baabarr
  • Baabarr

    ( 2009 )

  • Ek Se Bure Do
  • Ek Se Bure Do

    ( 2009 )

  • Jai Veeru: Friends Forever
  • Jai Veeru: Friends Forever

    ( 2009 )

  • Jugaad
  • Jugaad

    ( 2009 )

  • Bad Luck Govind
  • Bad Luck Govind

    ( 2009 )

  • Gumnaam: The Mystery
  • Gumnaam: The Mystery

    ( 2008 )

  • Khallballi: Fun Unlimited
  • Khallballi: Fun Unlimited

    ( 2008 )

  • Bekarar
  • Bekarar

    ( 2008 )

  • Kabootar
  • Kabootar

    ( 2008 )

  • Memsahab
  • Memsahab

    ( 2008 )

  • Sarkar Raj
  • Sarkar Raj

    ( 2008 )

  • Nepaali
  • Nepaali

    ( 2008 )

  • Shrameya: The Laborious
  • Shrameya: The Laborious

    ( 2008 )

  • Dosh
  • Dosh

    ( 2007 )

  • Go
  • Go

    ( 2007 )

  • Johnny Gaddaar
  • Johnny Gaddaar

    ( 2007 )

  • Big Brother
  • Big Brother

    ( 2007 )

  • Shakalaka Boom Boom
  • Shakalaka Boom Boom

    ( 2007 )

  • Khallas: The Beginning of End
  • Khallas: The Beginning of End

    ( 2007 )

  • Virrudh: Har Rishta Ek Kurukshetra
  • Virrudh: Har Rishta Ek Kurukshetra

    ( 2007–2008 )

  • Game
  • Game

    ( 2007 )

  • Hitlist
  • Hitlist

    ( 2006 )

  • Prateeksha
  • Prateeksha

    ( 2006 )

  • Kachchi Sadak
  • Kachchi Sadak

    ( 2006 )

  • We R Friends
  • We R Friends

    ( 2006 )

  • Vidhyaarthi: The Power of Students
  • Vidhyaarthi: The Power of Students

    ( 2006 )

  • Kyun Apne Huye Paraaye
  • Kyun Apne Huye Paraaye

    ( 2005–2007 )

  • Mumbai Godfather
  • Mumbai Godfather

    ( 2005 )

  • Ramji Londonwaley
  • Ramji Londonwaley

    ( 2005 )

  • Shabnam Mausi
  • Shabnam Mausi

    ( 2005 )

  • Sab Kuch Hai Kuch Bhi Nahin
  • Sab Kuch Hai Kuch Bhi Nahin

    ( 2005 )

  • Nigehbaan: The Third Eye
  • Nigehbaan: The Third Eye

    ( 2005 )

  • Chehraa
  • Chehraa

    ( 2005 )

  • Chaahat Ek Nasha...
  • Chaahat Ek Nasha...

    ( 2005 )

  • Ankush: The Command
  • Ankush: The Command

    ( 2005 )

  • The White Land
  • The White Land

    ( 2005 )

  • Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo
  • Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo

    ( 2004 )

  • Gayab
  • Gayab

    ( 2004 )

  • Kanti
  • Kanti

    ( 2004 )

  • Garv: Pride and Honour
  • Garv: Pride and Honour

    ( 2004 )

  • Police Force: An Inside Story
  • Police Force: An Inside Story

    ( 2004 )

  • Dabdaba
  • Dabdaba

    ( 2003 )

  • Patth
  • Patth

    ( 2003 )

  • Main Madhuri Dixit Banna Chahti Hoon!
  • Main Madhuri Dixit Banna Chahti Hoon!

    ( 2003 )

  • Market
  • Market

    ( 2003 )

  • Awaz Dil Se Dil Tak
  • Awaz Dil Se Dil Tak

    ( 2003 )

  • Basti
  • Basti

    ( 2003 )

  • Satta
  • Satta

    ( 2003 )

  • Dum
  • Dum

    ( 2003 )

  • Kaagaz Ki Kashti
  • Kaagaz Ki Kashti

    ( 2002 )

  • Ghaav: The Wound
  • Ghaav: The Wound

    ( 2002 )

  • Junoon
  • Junoon

    ( 2002 )

  • Pyaasa
  • Pyaasa

    ( 2002 )

  • Dil Hai Tumhara
  • Dil Hai Tumhara

    ( 2002 )

  • Kuch Tum Kaho Kuch Hum Kahein
  • Kuch Tum Kaho Kuch Hum Kahein

    ( 2002 )

  • Badhaai Ho Badhaai
  • Badhaai Ho Badhaai

    ( 2002 )

  • Kaaboo
  • Kaaboo

    ( 2002 )

  • Kitne Door... Kitne Paas
  • Kitne Door... Kitne Paas

    ( 2002 )

  • Sarhadein
  • Sarhadein

    ( 2001 )

  • Lajja
  • Lajja

    ( 2001 )

  • Qayamat: City Under Threat
  • Qayamat: City Under Threat

    ( 2003 )

  • Ankahee
  • Ankahee

    ( 2001 )

  • Censor
  • Censor

    ( 2001 )

  • Raju Chacha
  • Raju Chacha

    ( 2000 )

  • Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
  • Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar

    ( 2000 )

  • Bawandar
  • Bawandar

    ( 2000 )

  • Aaghaaz
  • Aaghaaz

    ( 2000 )

  • Your Honour
  • Your Honour

    ( 2000–2001 )

  • Pukar
  • Pukar

    ( 2000 )

  • Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani
  • Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani

    ( 2000 )

  • Abhimaan
  • Abhimaan

    ( 1999 )

  • Thakshak
  • Thakshak

    ( 1999 )

  • Mast
  • Mast

    ( 1999 )

  • Godmother
  • Godmother

    ( 1999 )

  • Trishakti
  • Trishakti

    ( 1999 )

  • Sarfarosh
  • Sarfarosh

    ( 1999 )

  • Laawaris
  • Laawaris

    ( 1999 )

  • Kachche Dhaage
  • Kachche Dhaage

    ( 1999 )

  • Gubbare
  • Gubbare

    ( 1999–2000 )

  • Aashirwad
  • Aashirwad

    ( 1998 )

  • Satya
  • Satya

    ( 1998 )

  • Ustadon Ke Ustad
  • Ustadon Ke Ustad

    ( 1998 )

  • Zor: Never Underestimate the Force
  • Zor: Never Underestimate the Force

    ( 1998 )

  • Virasat
  • Virasat

    ( 1997 )

  • Wanted
  • Wanted

    ( 1997–1998 )

  • PremGranth
  • PremGranth

    ( 1996 )

  • Prem
  • Prem

    ( 1995 )

  • Aahat
  • Aahat

    ( 1995–2000 )

  • Vansh
  • Vansh

    ( 1995–1996 )

  • Andaz
  • Andaz

    ( 1994 )

  • Imtihaan
  • Imtihaan

    ( 1994 )

  • Bandit Queen
  • Bandit Queen

    ( 1994 )

  • Jeevan Mrityu
  • Jeevan Mrityu

    ( 1994 )

  • Aaja Meri Jaan
  • Aaja Meri Jaan

    ( 1993 )

  • Byomkesh Bakshi
  • Byomkesh Bakshi

    ( 1993 )

  • Aankhen
  • Aankhen

    ( 1993 )

  • Sardar
  • Sardar

    ( 1993 )

  • Shola Aur Shabnam
  • Shola Aur Shabnam

    ( 1992 )

  • Antaheen
  • Antaheen

    ( 1986 )

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

Govind Namdev AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Actor
  • The Cinefan - Festival of Asian and Arab Cinema for Best Actor - 2008 Kabootar

  • Best Ensemble Cast
  • The Indian Telly Awards for Best Ensemble Cast - 2007 Virrudh: Har Rishta Ek Kurukshetra

  • Best Actor in a Negative Role
  • The Indian Telly Awards for Best Actor in a Negative Role - 2002 Sarhadein

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

GOVIND NAMDEV NEWS

Shah Rukh Khan would smoke constantly, slept for just four hours; Salman Khan didn't interact much on Wanted set: Govind Namdev

June 29, 2024 6:03 pm

Govind Namdev recalled how Shah Rukh Khan would finish the shoot, have dinner with the cast, and then excuse himself for the next day's work, which would get over late at night.

Govind Namdev revisits 'traumatic' experience of working with Subhash Ghai in Saudagar, director removed him from the film after shooting

December 27, 2023 9:37 pm

Govind Namdev said that he had a 'traumatic time' after working with Subhash Ghai. He implied that he 'blacklisted' the director.

'Shah Rukh Khan is a workaholic, can work for 24 hours,' says veteran actor Govind Namdev: 'Such a massive quality in a star'

December 27, 2023 3:05 pm

Govind Namdev said that Shah Rukh Khan is a workaholic who makes it a point to honour all his engagements.

Govind Namdev remembers crying for three months after his role was axed from Saudagar: 'Had told everyone I'm working with Dilip Kumar, Raaj Kumar'

September 09, 2023 6:25 pm

Govind Namdev was cast in the 1991 film Saudagar on Anupam Kher's recommendation, but his part got edited from the film's final cut for length reasons.

'Phoolan Devi's flesh had been gouged out': Govind Namdev recalls harrowing story narrated by Bandit Queen costume designer

September 09, 2023 2:14 pm

Govind Namdev recalled how the costume designer of Bandit Queen was left shaken after listening to horrific details of Phoolan Devi's life.

Govind Namdev says CBFC should have censored 'behooda' Adipurush instead of 'chopping up progressive OMG 2'

August 17, 2023 2:03 pm

Govind Namdev said that the censor board should have been more careful while censoring Adipurush, but they instead chose to chop OMG 2.

Govind Namdev says actors of today focus more on 'gym and social media': 'No feeling of warmth on sets, it's strictly professional'

March 01, 2023 1:57 pm

Govind Namdev has a packed film slate with projects like Akshay Kumar-Pankaj Tripathi starrer OMG 2 and Taapsee Pannu starrer Woh Ladki Hai Kahaan.

First of Many: Govind Namdev revisits Sardar

May 13, 2020 4:42 pm

This week's 'First of Many' features Govind Namdev. In the sixth edition of our exclusive series, the actor talks about his debut acting project, Sardar.

Govind Namdev gifts umbrellas, raincoats to beggars in Mumbai

August 30, 2017 2:17 pm

Govind Namdev who was seen in movies like Shola Aur Shabnam, Singham Returns and OMG - Oh My God! was seen generously contributing to the Mumbai floods. He gifted food, umbrellas and raincoats to beggars on the Mumbai streets after the city was flooded due to heavy rain.

Govind Namdeo to play Bal Gangadhar Tilak in 'Chapeker Brothers'

November 03, 2015 5:50 pm

Govind Namdev is essaying the role of Bal Gangadhar Tilak in the upcoming film 'Chapekar Brothers'.

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