Actor and Shiv Sena leader Govinda accidentally shot himself in the leg with his licensed revolver early Tuesday morning around 4:45 a.m. while he was preparing to leave his Mumbai residence for a flight to Kolkata. He was rushed to Criticare Hospital for treatment and is currently stable. The incident is under police investigation, and the revolver has been seized. The misfire occurred as the actor was either cleaning or placing the revolver back into its cupboard, causing it to fall and discharge accidentally. Govinda has since expressed gratitude to his doctors and fans for their support and well-wishes.
Recent Developments
Govinda was admitted to Criticare Hospital and the bullet was successfully removed; he has since returned home where he continues to recover.
The Mumbai police are conducting an investigation and have seized the revolver involved in the incident. No complaint has been lodged by Govinda.
Govinda's wife, Sunita Ahuja, who was in Kolkata at the time of the incident, is now back in Mumbai to be with her husband.
The actor's manager confirmed that Govinda's health is stable, and he is out of danger.
Fans and colleagues have expressed relief and sent their messages of support to the actor via social media.
Timeline
October 1, 2024, 4:45 a.m.: Govinda was preparing to leave his Juhu residence in Mumbai for an early morning flight to Kolkata. According to sources, he was either cleaning his licensed revolver or placing it back into a cupboard when it fell and discharged, striking him in the leg.
Shortly after 4:45 a.m.: Upon realizing the seriousness of the injury, his manager and other associates rushed him to Criticare Hospital, which is near his residence.
5:15 a.m.: Govinda was admitted to the hospital's intensive care unit (ICU), where doctors immediately began to treat the bullet wound.
Morning of October 1, 2024: News broke out across various media outlets, and fans began expressing their concern on social media platforms. Police reached Govinda's residence to secure the revolver and start their investigation.
Mid-Morning: Mumbai police confirmed that Govinda had not lodged a formal complaint, and the revolver was seized for forensic analysis.
Late Morning: Govinda's manager, Shashi Sinha, provided a health update, stating that the actor was stable and the bullet had been successfully removed.
Early Afternoon: Govinda issued a statement via an audio message from the hospital, thanking his doctors, fans, and well-wishers for their support.
Evening: Govinda was discharged from the hospital and returned to his residence for further recovery.
Ongoing Investigation: Police continued their investigation, including recording statements from individuals who were present at Govinda’s residence at the time of the incident. They also planned to interview Govinda further once he was adequately rested.
Summary
Actor and politician Govinda, while preparing for a flight to Kolkata, accidentally shot himself in the leg with his licensed revolver. The incident took place early on October 1, 2024, at his Juhu residence in Mumbai. Rushed to Criticare Hospital, he was treated immediately, and the bullet was successfully removed. He is currently recuperating at home. The police have begun an investigation but no formal complaint has been lodged by Govinda. The actor has conveyed his gratitude towards his supporters and medical staff.
