Sunita Ahuja, wife of veteran actor Govinda, recently shared candid details about their marriage and her husband’s personality, shedding light on their unique relationship dynamic. Speaking to Hindi Rush, she reflected on their early days and how her tomboyish appearance initially shaped their interactions.
Recalling their first meeting, Sunita mentioned that she sported short hair and often wore skirts and shorts. Govinda, she said, would jokingly refer to her as a boy. “I always wore shorts and all, my hair was also short when I met him. He would say I am a boy. He wanted me to wear sarees all the time. I never liked him because he was very backward,” she shared.
Sunita revealed that she had to take the initiative in their relationship because Govinda was too shy to make a move. “He was even scared to touch women,” she noted. However, she added that despite his charm on-screen, Govinda isn’t particularly romantic in real life.
Marriage Dynamics and Changing Times
Sunita’s remarks reflected both humor and honesty as she talked about their 37-year-long marriage. She joked about Govinda’s nature, saying, “Now, I don’t know if he has become like that. You never know what people do behind your back. Never trust a man. People change colors like a chameleon. Where would he go? Earlier he never went anywhere, now I don’t know…”
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The couple’s living arrangements also reflect their distinct personalities. Sunita explained that they mostly live in separate homes. While she resides in their apartment with their children, Govinda often stays at their bungalow due to his late-night meetings and gatherings.
“We have two houses. We have a bungalow opposite our apartment. I have my temple and my kids in the flat. We live in the flat whereas he gets late after his meetings. He loves talking so he’ll gather 10 people and sit chatting with them,” she said. “Whereas me, my son, and my daughter live together, but we hardly talk because I feel if you end up wasting your energy by talking too much.”
Reflections on Romance and Trust
When asked about Govinda’s romantic side, Sunita laughed and remarked, “I have told him that in my next life, he should not be my husband. He doesn’t go on holiday. I am a person who wants to go out with her husband and eat pani-puri on the streets. He spent too much time working. I don’t recall a single instance when we both went out to watch a movie.”
Sunita’s perspective on trust and security in their marriage has also evolved over the years. She admitted feeling more secure in the earlier days of their relationship when Govinda worked with actresses like Raveena Tandon and Karishma Kapoor. Now, however, she is more cautious. “I used to feel secure earlier in our marriage, but now I don’t,” she shared with a laugh. “Kya hai na saath (60) ke baad log sathiya bhi jaate hai na… (After 60, people even lose their senses). He has crossed 60, you never know what he does…”
Despite their differences and challenges, Sunita’s anecdotes highlight the humor and resilience in their decades-long marriage. Her candid reflections provide a glimpse into the life of one of Bollywood’s most beloved couples, showcasing their ability to adapt and navigate the complexities of a long-term relationship.
