Govinda (actor)

Govinda is an Indian actor and politician, who has appeared in more than 165 Hindi-language films. A leading actor throughout 90s, he is known for his slapstick performances and dancing skills. He has received 12 Filmfare Award nominations and won two Filmfare Special Awards and one Filmfare Award for Best Comedian. In June 1999, he was voted the tenth-greatest star of stage or screen in last thousand years by BBC News Online poll.