Govinda in Avatar 3? Here’s the truth behind his connection with James Cameron’s epic sci-fi franchise

Govinda is among the renowned Indian actors whose legacy in comedy roles framed a significant part of his career. Recently, Govinda took the internet by storm after several videos of the actor went viral for his unexpected cameo in the latest installment of James Cameron’s Avatar. For the unversed, multiple AI-generated videos of Govinda are doing rounds on social media. In the videos and pics, Govinda is seen as one of the members of the Navi tribe with blue-skinned ‘Avatar.’ It is quite interesting to see that fan-made edits have made Govinda a part of the popular franchise. But how did it all begin? What turned Govinda’s claims into a meme fest? Here’s the truth…

Govinda’s connection with Avatar 3

Avatar 3 aka Avatar: Fire and Ash recently hit the screens worldwide. The epic Hollywood sci-fi film is performing well on the box office and is expected to carry its legacy with the third installment as well. In India, Avatar 3 minted Rs 75.75 crore in just four days of its theatrical premiere. Ever since the viral videos on Govinda’s special cameo in Avatar: Fire and Ash buzzed the internet, netizens have been waiting for the truth.

In a previous interview with Mukesh Khanna, Govinda claimed that he was offered James Cameron’s Avatar for Rs 18 crore. The 2009 sci-fi film by Titanic’s Oscar-winning filmmaker broke several records with its success. According to India TV, Govinda appeared in Aap Ki Adalat and revealed that he was the one who suggested the title ‘Avatar’ and also told the filmmaker that ‘your movie will be super hit.’ However,  he declined the role due to the 410-day shooting timeline and the requirement to paint his body. In reality, the official sources or the makers have not verified Govinda's claims, which turned this into a meme material for netizens. 

About Avatar 3

Avatar: Fire and Ash or Avatar 3 is the third part in the franchise. It features Zoe Saldaña and Sam Worthington in the lead. The story centers around Varang (played by  Oona Chaplin), Ash people’s leader as new conflicts and power battles arise with Na’vi tribe. Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis and others are part of the ensemble.

Avatar Fire and Ash FAQs:

Q. What is the box office collection of Avatar: Fire and Ash in India?

A. Avatar: Fire and Ash earned Rs 75.75 crore in India according to Sacnilk in the four days of its theatrical premiere.

Q. Is Govinda a part of Avatar: Fire and Ash?

A. No, Govinda is not a part of the Avatar: Fire and Ash film. However, some AI-generated clips of his cameo are going viral on the internet. 

Q. Avatar: Fire and Ash plot?

A. Avatar: Fire and Ash follows Varang, a powerful and morally grey leader of the Ash people as they engage in a battle with other clans of the Na'vi tribe.