Bollywood has given us many superstars, but when it comes to pure entertainment, comedy, and dance, Govinda stands in a league of his own. Known for his effortless comic timing, energetic dance moves, and vibrant personality, he became the king of the 90s and early 2000s. Whether it was his hilarious roles, his unmatched chemistry with co-stars like Karisma Kapoor and Raveena Tandon, or his famous punchlines, Govinda always brought joy to the screen.

Starting his journey in the 80s, he quickly won hearts with his charming smile and lively performances. While many actors struggle to balance comedy and emotions, Govinda mastered it with ease. His collaborations with iconic directors like David Dhawan resulted in some of Bollywood’s most successful comedy films. From playing a mischievous lover to a goofy cop or a street-smart trickster, he could do it all while making people laugh.

Even today, his movies remain fan-favourites, watched and rewatched for their humor, catchy songs, and larger-than-life characters. If you love Bollywood comedies, family entertainers, and full-on masala films, then you must check out these 15 iconic Govinda movies.

BEST MOVIES OF GOVINDA

1.Coolie No. 1 (1995)

IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
Release Year: 1995
Cast: Govinda, Karisma Kapoor, Kader Khan, Shakti Kapoor
Summary: Raju (Govinda) is a coolie who tricks a rich man into thinking he is a millionaire. But when the truth comes out, chaos and comedy follow.

2. Hero No. 1 (1997)

IMDb Rating: 6.1/10
Release Year: 1997
Cast: Govinda, Karisma Kapoor, Paresh Rawal, Kader Khan
Summary: A rich boy (Govinda) falls in love with a middle-class girl (Karisma). To impress her family, he works as a servant in their house without revealing his real identity.

3. Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999)

IMDb Rating: 6.2/10
Release Year: 1999
Cast: Govinda, Sanjay Dutt, Karisma Kapoor, Pooja Batra
Summary: Two naughty brothers (Govinda and Sanjay) create trouble for their father. When they fall in love, they try to change, but their past tricks come back to haunt them.

4. Dulhe Raja (1998)

IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
Release Year: 1998
Cast: Govinda, Raveena Tandon, Kader Khan, Johnny Lever
Summary: A rich businessman (Kader Khan) wants to remove a small dhaba (restaurant) owned by Raja (Govinda). But Raja is smart and keeps fighting in a funny way.

5. Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998)

IMDb Rating: 6.2/10
Release Year: 1998
Cast: Govinda, Amitabh Bachchan, Raveena Tandon, Anupam Kher
Summary: Two funny cops (Amitabh and Govinda) try to catch criminals but face confusion when their lookalikes create trouble.

6. Aankhen (1993)

IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
Release Year: 1993
Cast: Govinda, Chunky Pandey, Kader Khan, Shakti Kapoor
Summary: Two mischievous twin brothers (Govinda) always get into trouble. But when a villain kidnaps their uncle, they must save him in their own crazy way.

7. Saajan Chale Sasural (1996)

IMDb Rating: 6.1/10
Release Year: 1996
Cast: Govinda, Karisma Kapoor, Tabu, Kader Khan
Summary: A simple man (Govinda) marries a woman (Karisma), but later finds out that his first wife (Tabu) is still alive. What follows is a hilarious mix-up.

8. Raja Babu (1994)

IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
Release Year: 1994
Cast: Govinda, Karisma Kapoor, Kader Khan, Shakti Kapoor
Summary: A fun-loving village boy (Govinda) falls for a city girl (Karisma). But when she finds out he is uneducated, she refuses to marry him. He must prove himself to win her back.

9. Jodi No. 1 (2001)

IMDb Rating: 6.0/10
Release Year: 2001
Cast: Govinda, Sanjay Dutt, Twinkle Khanna, Monica Bedi
Summary: Two conmen (Govinda and Sanjay) pretend to be rich businessmen. But when they fall in love, their lies start to create big problems.

10. Shola Aur Shabnam (1992)

IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
Release Year: 1992
Cast: Govinda, Divya Bharti, Anupam Kher, Gulshan Grover
Summary: A young man (Govinda) wants to join the army but falls in love with a girl (Divya). However, a gangster wants her too, leading to an action-packed drama.

11. Partner (2007)

IMDb Rating: 5.7/10
Release Year: 2007
Cast: Govinda, Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, Lara Dutta
Summary: A shy man (Govinda) takes dating advice from a love guru (Salman) to impress a girl. But things don’t go as planned, creating funny situations.

12. Bhagam Bhag (2006)

IMDb Rating: 6.5/10
Release Year: 2006
Cast: Govinda, Akshay Kumar, Lara Dutta, Paresh Rawal
Summary: Two theater actors (Govinda and Akshay) get caught up in a murder case, leading to a wild chase and hilarious moments.

13. Pyaar Karke Dekho (1987)

IMDb Rating: 6.3/10
Release Year: 1987
Cast: Govinda, Mandakini, Kader Khan, Shakti Kapoor
Summary: A poor boy (Govinda) dreams of becoming a singer. But when he falls in love, he faces many challenges from society and his lover’s family.

14. Bhai (1997)

IMDb Rating: 6.2/10
Release Year: 1997
Cast: Govinda, Pooja Batra, Ashish Vidyarthi, Om Puri
Summary: A kind-hearted man (Govinda) protects his family from a dangerous gangster. But when tragedy strikes, he turns into a fearless fighter.

15. Gambler (1995)

IMDb Rating: 6.0/10
Release Year: 1995
Cast: Govinda, Shilpa Shetty, Aditya Pancholi, Gulshan Grover
Summary: A lazy cop (Govinda) becomes famous when he accidentally catches criminals. But soon, he finds himself trapped in a bigger crime mystery.