Even legends face moments when the spotlight dims. Amitabh Bachchan once candidly shared how he experienced the sting of fading stardom during the mid-1990s. At that point, the larger-than-life “angry young man" persona that had once made him a household name was no longer enough to dominate the box office, and a brief political stint had also shifted public perception.

During this period, Govinda was ascending to unprecedented heights. With effortless comic timing, sharp dance moves, and a charm that resonated with audiences nationwide, Govinda became the defining star of the 1990s. When Bachchan decided to return to films, he teamed up with the younger actor in David Dhawan’s Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998), which went on to be a blockbuster. Yet, the experience served as a sharp reminder

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