Ranveer Singh, a self-confessed fan of Govinda, thanked the veteran for being his inspiration at a recent awards gala. He said Govinda was the reason he decided to become an actor.

Now, Govinda posted a video on social media thanking Singh and called him a superstar. "I met you [at an award show] and I saw your dance. I was moved with the respect you showered upon me. I don't have the words to praise you. I pray to God that you become the next superstar (sic)."