Bollywood star Govinda was rushed to a hospital in Mumbai on Tuesday morning after he accidentally shot himself with his own licensed gun. His doctor has now revealed that a 9mm bullet has been removed from the actor’s leg post surgery and that the bullet had hit his left knee bone.

Govinda is currently in the ICU of Criti Care Hospital, Juhu, and he will be kept under observation for 48 hours. “Govinda suffered heavy blood loss due to the gunshot, as a result of which he is now feeling weak. We will observe him for the next 48 hours, and he will be discharged after his vitals become normal,” Dr Agarwal of Criti Care Hospital said.

The doctor also shared a photo of the bullet that was removed from Govinda’s leg post surgery.

The incident occurred at 4:45 am on Tuesday when Govinda was leaving for Kolkata from his Mumbai residence. The actor was reportedly checking his revolver and while putting it back in the cupboard, it slipped from his hands, fell on the floor, and a shot was fired which hit his knee.

The actor was immediately rushed to the hospital, and among the first ones to visit him was his nephew Krushna Shah’s wife, Kashmera Shah, with whom the actor and his wife have a longstanding feud.

Govinda later released a statement thanking his fans and doctors and stated that he was recuperating at the hospital.

Meanwhile, heavy police bandobast has been deployed outside the hospital in Juhu and politicians as well as former encounter specialist Daya Nayak were seen visiting the actor.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde too wished him a speedy recovery. “I have personally reached out to Govinda to convey my deep concern about his health condition. On behalf of the government and people of our state, I wish him a swift and complete recovery. I have assured Govinda that he and his family will receive all necessary support during this challenging time. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his loved ones,” Shinde said.

“Govinda has been an iconic figure in Indian cinema and has brought joy to millions through his performances. We stand united in hoping for his quick return to good health,” he added.

Bollywood star Govinda was injured on Tuesday morning after he accidentally shot himself on his leg while checking his gun at his Mumbai residence. The actor was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was admitted to the ICU, and he later shared his first message for his fans.

After his injuries were tended to, Govinda sent a voice note via his spokesperson stating that he was fine and he thanked his fans for their prayers and blessings. “Aap sab logo ke ashirwad, aur maa-baap ke ashirwad aur guru ki kripa ke vajah se, jo goli lagi thi, vo ab nikaal di gayi hai. Aap sab logo ki prarthanaon ke liye dhanyawad!” he said in the voice message.

He also thanked the doctors for their timely aid and care.

The incident happened around 4:45 am on Tuesday morning when Govinda was checking his licensed gun before leaving for an event in Kolkata. As per initial information, the actor was putting the gun back in his cupboard when it slipped from his hand, fell and got accidentally fired. The bullet hit the actor’s knee and he was rushed to the nearby Criti Care hospital in Juhu by his daughter Tina and other staff members.

A team of Mumbai Crime Branch officials has now reached the hospital where the actor is recuperating and are investigating as to why the gun was unlocked in the first place.

As soon as the news broke, fans flooded social media wishing the actor a speedy recovery.

Ever since Govinda joined Shiv Sena in Mumbai in March this year, he had been keeping away from showbiz and is often seen attending events and meets representing the party.

He was last seen on the screens in March when he was one of the judges on the dance reality show, Dance Deewane.

The much-awaited film Devara: Part 1, starring Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor, has made a grand entry at the box office. Directed by Koratala Siva, the film has struck gold on its first day, earning around Rs 140 crore worldwide.

The film, which marks the collaboration between Jr NTR and Saif for the first time, has been one of the most anticipated releases of the year. It has successfully managed to draw audiences to the theaters, with its gripping storyline, powerful performances, and spectacular visuals.

In India, according to Sacnilk, the film collected a staggering Rs 77 crore across all languages on its opening day. The Telugu version of the film dominated the collections, contributing approximately Rs 68.6 crore. This impressive performance in the Telugu-speaking regions is a proof of Jr NTR’s massive fan following and the strong hype surrounding the film.

Internationally, the film has also made a significant impact. It managed to rake in a substantial amount overseas. 

Devara: Part 1, as the title suggests, is the first installment of the two-part franchise, and it sets the stage for an epic tale filled with action, drama, and larger-than-life characters. The film has received mixed reviews from both critics and audiences. 

With such a strong start, the film is expected to continue its successful run at the box office over tye weekend. 

The film marks the Telugu debut of Janhvi and Saif. Devara is set against coastal lands and it boasts of a much-hyped high-octane water action sequence. Jr NTR is playing a double role in the film.