Govinda

Born Govind Arun Ahuja on December 21st, 1963, Govinda is an acclaimed Indian actor and politician who has graced the silver screen in over 120 Hindi language films. Known for his exceptional acting and dancing skills, Govinda quickly gained widespread attention from film enthusiasts at the start of his career.

His rise to global fame as a Bollywood icon is largely attributed to his starring roles in comedy films like "Shola Aur Shabnam," "Aankhen," "Coolie No. 1," "Haseena Maan Jaayegi," and "Partner." These roles showcased Govinda's unique comedic timing and versatility as an actor, earning him a reputation as one of the most beloved figures in Indian cinema.

In addition to his successful acting career, Govinda also ventured into politics by joining the Indian National Congress Party. In 2004, he was elected as the seventh Member of Parliament for Mumbai North Constituency in Maharashtra, India. Defeating Ram Naik from the Bharatiya Janata Party, Govinda's political journey continued to gain momentum.

However, in 2009, he decided to step back from politics and refocus his attention on his first love – films. Despite this decision, Govinda remains a favored figure within the Congress Party, with Sanjay Nirupam succeeding him as the new representative for his constituency.

Govinda's exceptional talent was acknowledged by BBC News Online users in June 1999 when he was voted the tenth greatest star of stage or screen in the last thousand years, further solidifying his position as a true Bollywood icon.