Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 03/09/1954 |
| Age | 71 years |
| Birthplace | Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, India |
Latest News about Govind Namdev
15/02/2026
Veteran actor Govind Namdev publicly criticized the discrimination between stars and other actors on Bollywood film sets. In an interview with The Lallantop, he revealed a 'food hierarchy' where stars receive different food items and vanity vans based on their status, while others are treated differently, highlighting systemic inequality in the industry.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Govind Namdev |
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| Famous For | Playing the role of villain in Bollywood films such as Bandit Queen, Prem Granth, Virasat, Satya, and OMG – Oh My God! |
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Virgo |
| Religion | Hinduism |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5’ 7” |
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| Weight | 75 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | National School of Drama (1977) |
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| College/University | Delhi University, Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
| Marriage Date | 1981 |
Family
| Wife | Sudha Namdev | ||||
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born into a middle-class family that ran a tailoring business for religious idols. | |
| 2. He pursued higher education in Delhi on scholarships. | |
| 3. He worked as a theatre actor in various countries including Germany, Poland, and London. | |
| 4. He is best known for his work in films like OMG – Oh My God!, Bandit Queen, Virasat, and Satya. | |
| 5. He is passionate about using his platform to create awareness for social causes. | |
| 6. He completed 100 movies in 2015. | |
| 7. His first play was Tughlaq, directed by Ebrahim Alkazi. | |
| 8. He recently exposed the existence of a 'food hierarchy' on Bollywood film sets, where stars and other actors are treated differently regarding food and vanity vans. |