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Bollywood actor and Shiv Sena leader Govinda underwent emergency surgery at Criti Care hospital in Juhu, Mumbai, on Tuesday, after accidentally shooting himself in the leg as his licensed gun misfired. The former MP is now out of danger and recovering well.
In an audio statement released to the media by Shiv Sena leader Krishna Hegde, Govinda expressed gratitude to his well-wishers. Govinda said, “Namaste, pranam. I am Govinda. Due to your blessings, my parents’ blessings, and the grace of my guru… I was shot, but the bullet has been removed. I thank the doctors here, especially Dr. Garwal. Thank you all for your prayers and support.”
Listen to Govinda’s first statement after being shot
Reportedly Govinda was getting ready on Tuesday morning to leave for Kolkata when the accident happened. Govinda’s close aide Shashi Sinha shared how the accident happened in the first place. Confirming that Govinda is fine now, he told indianexpress.com, “He is out of danger and doing well. He was about to leave for Kolkata when the incident occurred. He was keeping his licensed revolver properly in the almirah when it fell on the ground. While handling the weapon, the bullet accidentally discharged. The injury is below the left knee. The bullet has now been removed. His daughter Tina is present at the hospital. He is talking to everyone and is doing alright.”
Govinda’s daughter Tina Ahuja is with him at the hospital. She told indianexpress.com that the actor had to undergo a surgery and the bullet has been removed. She said that the actor will be kept in ICU for a day and doctors will then take a call about his health. Govinda’s wife, Sunita Ahuja, who was travelling at the time of the incident also rushed back to be with him.
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