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Govind Namdev
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- 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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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
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Govind Namdev AWARDS
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GOVIND NAMDEV NEWS
‘I wanted to end it': Why Govind Namdev rejects Subhash Ghai decades after director cut him from film after shooting
February 24, 2026 5:37 pm
Govind Namdev recalled how his role in his debut film Saudagar was completely chopped off by director Subhash Ghai, an experience that left him deeply shattered and numb.
'Stars get special food on sets': Govind Namdev exposes Bollywood's 'food hierarchy' and the only superstar who broke the rules
February 23, 2026 4:34 pm
Veteran actor Govind Namdev recently opened up about the hierarchy system in Bollywood. He revealed that only his OMG co-star Akshay Kumar is an exception, who treats eveyone equally.
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.
