Govinda issues first statement following bullet injury: “I was shot, and the bullet has been removed.”

Bollywood actor and Shiv Sena leader Govinda underwent emergency surgery at Criti Care Hospital in Juhu, Mumbai, on Tuesday after accidentally shooting himself in the leg due to a misfire from his licensed gun. Fortunately, he is now out of danger and recovering well.

In an audio statement released by Shiv Sena leader Krishna Hegde, Govinda expressed his gratitude to his supporters. He said, “Namaste, pranam. I am Govinda. Thanks to your blessings, my parents’ blessings, and the grace of my guru… I was shot, but the bullet has been removed. I am grateful to the doctors here, especially Dr. Garwal. Thank you all for your prayers and support.”

According to reports, the accident occurred as Govinda was preparing to leave for Kolkata on Tuesday morning. His close aide, Shashi Sinha, explained that Govinda was properly storing his licensed revolver in an almirah when it fell and accidentally discharged while he was handling it. The injury is located below his left knee, but the bullet has been successfully removed. Sinha reassured that Govinda is doing well, saying, “He is out of danger. His daughter Tina is with him at the hospital, and he’s talking to everyone.”

Tina Ahuja, Govinda’s daughter, confirmed that her father had surgery and the bullet has been removed. She noted that he will be kept in the ICU for a day, after which doctors will assess his condition. Meanwhile, Govinda’s wife, Sunita Ahuja, who was traveling at the time of the incident, rushed back to be by his side.