Govinda's daughter all set to go

2008 brought a refreshing change in Govinda’s career. Since he worked with Mani Ratnam, he has decided to work only with directors of a certain quality.

And now in 2009 Govinda’s daughter Narmada will be facing the camera and that too with a home production.

Affirming these developments in his life Govinda says, "After weighing all the pros and cons I decided I'm the best person to do the needful. I don't want anyone else no matter how well-meaning to take the credit for launching my daughter. So yes, Narmada will finally be launched anytime in 2009."

The director for Narmada’s debut film will be finalized in the next couple of weeks. Those on Govinda's top list are Nikhil Advani and Shaad Ali.
"Ideally," says the nervous father, "I'd have liked Narmada to be launched by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. He's among our best. But since that's not possible we're looking at some other names. My daughter has to be directed by someone who has a vision and an aesthetic sense and also respects the work that I do."
Extending to speak on his favourite subject Govinda says, "I've struggled all my life and I continue to do so. All kinds of strange stories are planted about me. The question is not, why. But by whom? Narmada has also faced very harsh and hurtful incidents (she was involved in a terrible road accident) so early in her life. I feel today she's emotionally equipped to face the camera."