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In a development that has shocked fans and the entertainment industry alike, Sunita Ahuja, wife of veteran Bollywood actor Govinda, has reportedly filed for divorce at the Bandra Family Court. This comes shortly after her emotional appearance in a vlog, where she addressed persistent rumours surrounding their marriage.
According to a report by Hauterrfly, Sunita has filed the petition under Section 13 (1) (i), (ia), and (ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, citing adultery, cruelty, and desertion as grounds for the dissolution of their 38-year-long marriage. The court reportedly summoned Govinda on May 25, but the actor has not been present at any of the proceedings in person, prompting the issuance of a show cause notice. While Sunita has been consistent in attending the hearings and court-mandated counselling sessions since June 2025, Govinda’s absence has been noted in official proceedings.
Sunita Ahuja had previously revealed that she had been celebrating her birthday alone for the past 12 years, a disclosure that further fuelled speculation about a rift with Govinda. She also shared that they had been living separately, attributing the arrangement to Govinda’s professional commitments and “talkative nature.”
In February 2025, Govinda’s team confirmed that Sunita had indeed filed for divorce six months prior, but insisted the couple had since reconciled. Sunita’s team, on the other hand, had earlier denied any divorce plans, urging the media to verify all information with her directly.
There are also reports suggesting that Govinda’s closeness to a 30-year-old Marathi actress may have played a role in the alleged fallout. However, Lalit Bindal, a close family friend of the couple, dismissed the rumours, telling News18 that the two are “going strong” and will always remain together.
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