In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through the film industry, Bollywood veteran Govinda has opened up about a harrowing late-night encounter at his residence. The actor claimed that a group of over 20 unidentified men surrounded his home in the early hours of the morning, forcing him to use his licensed firearm in self-defense.
The incident, which the actor detailed in a recent interview with ANI, took place between 3:00 AM and 3:30 AM. According to Govinda, he noticed a large gathering of approximately 22 to 23 men approaching his property. Initially, he suspected they were late-night party-goers, but their silent and calculated movements quickly raised alarms.
Escalation and Self-Defense
The tension escalated when Govinda noticed members of the group beginning to surround the premises, with at least one individual allegedly attempting to climb onto his terrace.
“I saw them coming in luckily. I first thought they were here for a party, but they didn’t seem like party people. So I captured a video of them,” Govinda stated.
Finding himself without immediate security and fearing for his safety, the actor retrieved his licensed revolver. He confronted the group, demanding to know their identities. After a period of silence, one individual reportedly claimed they were there to “fix the power system”—an explanation Govinda found suspicious given the hour and the lack of official identification.
“I pointed the gun and asked them to leave. They were not expecting that,” the actor recalled. “I am only nice until it threatens my life.”
Claims of Unanswered Emergency Calls
Perhaps the most controversial aspect of the actor’s account is his claim regarding the local authorities. Govinda alleged that he made multiple attempts to contact the Mumbai Police, but his calls went unanswered during the crisis.
In a move of sheer desperation, the actor reportedly contacted the police department of another country. He requested that the international officers stay on the line to create a recorded “international record” of the event, fearing that if the situation turned violent, he might be unfairly blamed.
Manager Confirms Security Breach
Govinda’s long-time manager, Shashi Sinha, corroborated the account, expressing relief that the actor was armed. Sinha confirmed that an FIR (First Information Report) has been filed and noted that video evidence of the intruders exists.
“I cannot imagine what would have happened if he had a mobile in his hand instead of a gun,” Sinha told reporters. He also highlighted that no security personnel were present at the house during the time of the intrusion, which significantly increased the risk.
Focusing on Work, Not “Reaction”
Despite the gravity of the alleged attack, Govinda has expressed a desire to move past the incident without seeking further investigation into the identities of the mob.
“That’s a waste of time. People divert your energy into thinking about all that,” he said. “A good actor can’t work like that. They can either act or react. An actor’s job is to act.”
While the Mumbai Police have yet to issue a formal response regarding the alleged failure to answer the actor’s emergency calls, the incident has reignited debates regarding celebrity security in the city. To know such latest updates tuned tellyboosters.com Thank you!
