Mumbai: Veteran Bollywood actor Govinda was discharged from CritiCare Hospital in Juhu, Mumbai, earlier today, after being admitted on Tuesday night following a fainting spell at his residence. The 61-year-old actor was seen exiting the hospital, looking dapper in a turtle neck t-shirt, a blazer, and pants, and waving to the paparazzi.

Govinda's health scare occurred after he reportedly felt disoriented and lost consciousness at his home on Tuesday evening. His legal advisor and close friend, Lalit Bindal, confirmed that the actor was immediately taken to the hospital for medical assistance. According to Bindal, Govinda felt disoriented around 8:30 p.m. and briefly lost consciousness. After a telephonic consultation, medication was administered, but as he continued to feel weak, doctors advised him to be hospitalized.

Upon arrival at CritiCare Hospital around 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Govinda underwent a series of tests, including a neurological consultation, to determine the cause of his fainting episode. His manager, Shashi Sinha, revealed that Govinda had been experiencing a severe headache, dizziness, and a feeling of heaviness in his head.

Before his discharge, Govinda was reported to be stable and resting under the close observation of doctors. He has now been moved from the emergency ward to a regular room.

Speaking to the media after his discharge, Govinda reassured fans about his health, attributing the incident to overexertion. "I'm doing fine now," he stated. "I just overworked myself and got fatigued". He also added, "Zyada hard work kar liya".

The actor emphasized the importance of incorporating yoga and pranayama into his daily routine, suggesting that these practices are more sustainable for his well-being compared to strenuous workouts. “Please do Yoga and Pranayam. Yoga and Pranayam are very good. The kind of problems I have faced, it is very good that I am doing Yoga and Pranayam”. Govinda further explained that he was trying to improve his personality but realized it's better to stick to yoga and pranayama.

Notably, Govinda's hospitalization occurred just a day after he visited veteran actor Dharmendra, who is also recovering in Breach Candy Hospital. When asked about his visit to Dharmendra, Govinda said, “He is a world level personality, that heroism, that aura. I want him to be healthy and happy. I want to see him every year. I love him”.

This is the second time Govinda has been hospitalized in recent times. In October 2024, he was admitted after accidentally injuring his leg with his licensed revolver. The actor was preparing to leave for a show in Kolkata when the incident occurred. He was discharged three days after undergoing surgery to remove the bullet.

Govinda's wife, Sunita Ahuja, was reportedly out of town attending a wedding when he was admitted to the hospital. Their daughter, Tina Ahuja, was in Chandigarh for work and was expected to join them later in the day.

Fans and colleagues have expressed their concern and sent well wishes for Govinda's speedy recovery.