Govinda Recalls Entering Narmada River After Mother's 1996 Death

Bollywood actor Govinda has revealed that the death of his mother, Nirmala Devi, in 1996 led him to walk into the Narmada River in a state of profound grief, believing he might reunite with her. In a recent conversation with ANI, the veteran actor described the period as one of tremendous emotional pain that fundamentally altered his perspective on life and his career.

Nirmala Devi, a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist and actress, died on June 15, 1996, at the age of 69. Govinda, known for his comic timing and energetic performances, was at a significant point in his career when he lost his mother, to whom he was deeply attached. He recalled being consumed by grief after her passing. "I was in a lot of pain. I was in tremendous pain. At that point, I felt that everything was over, that was it," he said.

The actor then described an incident at the Narmada River. "So, I was at the Narmada River. I thought I would go a little farther into the river and that I would meet my mother again. So, I went into the river," Govinda recounted. When asked if he was attempting to take his own life, he acknowledged the gravity of the moment. "Kind of. I was deeply attached to my mother. I...