Govind Namdev’s Biography | Birth | Education | Family | Marriage | Debut | Filmography | Awards

By Ishwi Singh  |  First Published Dec 9, 2023, 6:43 PM IST

Govind Namdev is an Indian actor. In the year 1992, he made his acting debut with the Bollywood film ‘Shola Aur Shabnam.’ In 1999, he received a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Villain for the film ‘Satya.’

Govind Namdev is an Indian actor. He was born on 3 September 1950 in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh. His zodiac sign is Virgo. He earned a diploma in acting from National School of Drama, Delhi. He also attended University of Delhi, and Film and Television Institute of India, Pune. 

His father, Ramprasad Namdev was a wrestler. His mother was a homemaker. He has nine siblings.

He is married to Sudha Namdev. They are parents to three daughters, Megha Namdev and Pallavi Namdev, and Pragati Namdev. 

Govind Namdev’s favourites

His hobbies include flying kites and travelling. 

His favourite actors are Dilip Kumar, Amrish Puri, and Sridevi. 

Interesting facts about Govind Namdev 

Govind Namdev grew up in a humble family of Madhya Pradesh. He was a bright school student and completed his education with the support of scholarships. 

He graduated from the National School of Drama in the year 1977. He worked as a theatre artist in India and overseas for more than a decade. 

Govind Namdev’s film debut

In the year 1992, Govind Namdev made his acting debut with the Bollywood film ‘Shola Aur Shabnam.’

The first salary that he earned from his first Bollywood film was Rs 50,000.

Govind Namdev’s awards

In 1999, he received a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Villain for the film ‘Satya.’

Govind Namdev won the Osian Cine Fan International Award for Best Actor in the year 2012. 

Govind Namdev’s films

Govind Namdev’s popular films are OMG Oh My God, Dum Maaro Dum, Bandit Queen, Virasat, Satya, Kachche Dhaage, Mast, Thakshak, Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani, Pukar, Raju Chacha, Sarfarosh, Satta, Doomsday, and more.

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