Govinda and Sunita Ahuja remain one of the most enduring couples of Bollywood, their relationship standing strong through fame, family and time. Married for nearly forty years, the two have witnessed highs and lows of show business while holding on to each other through it all. While Govinda has spent most of his life in the public eye, Sunita has been his steady anchor, supporting him both personally and professionally.
Recently, Sunita Ahuja revisited their journey in an interview, sharing honest reflections on their marriage and responding to Govinda’s recent comments on a talk show where he mentioned forgiving her for speaking publicly about their relationship. Her words offered a glimpse into their bond, one built on love, understanding and the strength to overcome challenges together.
Looking back, Sunita Ahuja spoke about the early days of their marriage and the decisions they made to protect Govinda’s career during his rise to fame. She revealed that their wedding was kept secret for about a year to avoid affecting his growing popularity. During that period, she chose to stay away from the public, dedicating her time to home and family life. She recalled making many sacrifices to support her husband’s ambitions, especially in the initial years after their daughter Tina was born.
Sunita Ahuja expressed gratitude toward Govinda’s late mother Nirmala Devi acknowledging her pivotal role in his success. She said that after Nirmala Devi’s passing in 1996, she naturally took on the responsibility of offering Govinda emotional and moral support, continuing the guidance his mother had once provided.
Speaking about their young marriage, Sunita Ahuja remembered how both of them had much to learn as they built a life together. She was only eighteen at the time of their wedding, while Govinda was in his mid-twenties. Over the years, she realised that marriage demands patience, maturity and constant effort to understand one another. She described her bond with Govinda as one rooted in deep friendship and mutual respect, believing that honesty and trust are what make relationships last.
At the same time, Sunita Ahuja gently questioned Govinda’s recent remark about forgiveness, pointing out that every relationship faces its share of mistakes and misunderstandings. If you remember, in the talk show, Govinda stated that he has forgiven his wife many times for mistakes and for speaking about their relationship in public.
She reflected that while such things are part of growing up and evolving, taking responsibility and moving forward together is what truly matters.
Sharing her perspective on life with a leading actor, Sunita Ahuja acknowledged the emotional strength it takes to manage a relationship in the entertainment industry. With actors often spending long hours with their co-stars and away from home, she said that it takes a strong mind and heart to maintain stability and faith in such circumstances.
When asked about loyalty and love, Sunita emphasised the importance of emotional faithfulness and sincerity. She admitted that betrayal, in any form, deeply affects her but despite facing many ups and downs, she has always chosen to stay and preserve her marriage.
Through her reflections, Sunita Ahuja painted an honest portrait of a relationship that has weathered time and fame; what do you think?
