"He's on another level": Govinda hopes son Yash Ahuja 'outshines' him
Mumbai, July 13
Actor Govinda has shared his excitement as his son, Yash Ahuja, gets ready to make his Bollywood debut. The actor said he hopes Yash goes on to achieve even more success than he has.
Speaking at the press conference of his upcoming film 'Roopa', Govinda praised his son's talent. Calling Yash "exceptionally talented" and saying he is on "another level" technically, the actor said he has full faith in his son's abilities.
"I really hope he succeeds more than I have. I've seen his work, and honestly, he's exceptionally talented. Technically, he's on another level. Whether it's acting, dancing, action, or just his overall personality, he has so much to offer. I genuinely hope he goes on to achieve even more than I have," Govinda said.
Yash will make his Bollywood debut alongside his mother, Sunita Ahuja. The mother-son duo will be launched in a film backed by producer Ektaa Kapoor.
Speaking to ANI, Sunita shared details about the project. She said the film is expected to release in September and revealed that she will be playing Yash's mother on screen as well.
"Main Yash ke saath picture kar rahi hoon. September mein picture release hogi. Main Ektaa Kapoor ko bahut pyaar karti hoon. Unki wajah se maine Netflix ka show kiya, aur main unse bahut pyaar karti hoon. Woh bhi mujhe bahut pyaar karti hain. Yash ki picture mein main uski maa ka hi role kar rahi hoon... Shayad industry mein pehli baar aisa hoga ki maa aur beta ek saath launch ho rahe hain. (I'm working on a film with Yash, which is slated to release in September. I have immense love and respect for Ekta Kapoor. It was because of her that I did a Netflix show, and we share a wonderful bond. In Yash's film, I'm playing his mother. Perhaps I think it's the first time in the industry that a mother and son are being launched together)," she shared.
Notably, Sunita and Govinda's daughter, Tina, has already tried her hand at acting. She made her Bollywood debut in the 2015 film Second Hand Husband.
Meanwhile, Sunita was recently seen in Netflix's captive reality show Lock Upp: Sach ya Sazaa, where she formed close bonds with several contestants, especially actor Ram Kapoor.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Nepotism debate aside, this is such a wholesome family moment. Govinda has given us so many iconic movies, and now his son is stepping in. But I hope Yash gets a proper launch and not just because of his father's name. The industry is tough, and talent alone sometimes isn't enough, but I genuinely wish him success. 🤞
Finally, some positive news from Bollywood! Instead of controversies, we have a father proud of his son and a mother launching with her son. That's rare. Govinda's choice of words – "technically on another level" – shows he has really seen his son's craft. Let's hope Yash lives up to the legend. And can we appreciate Sunita ji acting again? She was lovely in Lock Upp! 😄
Ektaa Kapoor backing the launch – that's a big deal. She has launched many stars. But I'm a bit skeptical about mother-son debuts. It's sweet but might limit Yash's initial image. Still, Govinda's legacy is huge, and if Yash has even half his father's energy and comic timing, he'll do well. Waiting for the September release! ✨
Nice to see a superstar like Govinda being so encouraging. But let's be honest – the industry is already crowded with star kids. I hope Yash has worked hard and not just relied on his surname. The comment about being "technically another level" sounds promising. Also, Sunita ji playing his mother on screen – that's going to be emotional for the audience. 🥲
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