Actor Rani Swarnkar shares new pics with Govinda from Roopa amid affair buzz

New photographs of actor Govinda and his Roopa co-star Rani Swarnkar have brought them back into the spotlight amid speculation about their off-screen relationship. Shared by Rani from what appeared to be a promotional outing for the film, the pictures show the actors embracing and walking hand in hand.

The photographs come after months of public exchanges involving Govinda, Rani and his wife, Ssunita Ahuja. Govinda has maintained that his association with Rani is professional, while Ssunita has spoken about their marriage and made allegations about the co-stars. Rani has responded to the criticism on social media.

Rani shared the photographs on Instagram with the caption, “Beautiful glimpses of Roopa (sic).” Govinda wore a white blazer, black trousers and oversized sunglasses. Rani was dressed in a lavender saree paired with an embellished purple blouse, a statement choker and matching accessories.

One photograph shows Govinda standing behind Rani with his arms around her waist. Another shows them walking hand in hand. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Komal Rani Swarnkar (@raniswarnkaar)

Rumours about Govinda and Rani have circulated for much of 2026. In September, they were seen seeking blessings at Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja pandal. Govinda later said the visit was connected to Roopa.

Addressing the speculation, Govinda told ANI that the claims were a “strategically planned conspiracy” intended to damage his image and create friction within his family. He reiterated that his association with Rani was strictly professional.

The actor also said that even if an affair existed, it was nobody else's business. He expressed displeasure over his personal life becoming a subject of public discussion.Rani responds to criticism

Rani addressed the controversy in a lengthy statement on her Instagram Stories. Although she did not name Ssunita directly, her remarks appeared to respond to the criticism surrounding her association with Govinda.

“Nobody ever can be a homebreaker in an already broken house,” she wrote. Rani accused Ssunita of playing the victim card to gain public sympathy and questioned why she was being drawn into the couple's marital difficulties.

Rani also alleged that Ssunita had tried to harm Govinda over the years. She claimed that the actor had faced mental harassment, restrictions on his professional opportunities and pressure to remain at home, affecting his personal and professional life.

She further questioned Ssunita's decision to discuss private matters publicly and suggested that the comments could be part of a larger plan. Asking Ssunita not to involve her in the controversy, Rani wrote, “Stop using my name to serve your agenda. May God protect every decent man from such cunning women.” Neither Ssunita nor Govinda publicly responded to these allegations.Ssunita speaks about marriage and reconciliation

Ssunita has publicly expressed her displeasure with Govinda and Rani. She referred to the actor as Rani's “sugar daddy” and, when questioned by the paparazzi, alleged that the two were planning to marry.

At the same time, Ssunita has said she hopes her relationship with Govinda will improve. In an interview with Pinkvilla, she expressed confidence that their four-decade-long marriage would endure despite their current difficulties.

“Of course, we will see, why won't we? Currently, the time isn't in our favour and one cannot fight with time. It's a 40-year-old marriage, why won't it sustain? It's fine, he's doing what he likes. I am working, and my entire focus is on work but nobody can ever separate us in this lifetime,” she said.

Ssunita added that she had left the matter in God's hands and would accept whatever was right for both of them.Manager rejects second-marriage claim

Ssunita's allegation that Govinda and Rani were planning to marry prompted a response from the actor's manager, Shashi Sinha, who rejected the possibility of a second marriage.

“There's nothing like this, nor will it happen. There's no second marriage happening. Sunita is his wife, and there must be something going in her mind that she made those claims,” Sinha told India Today.

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