Sunita Ahuja, wife of Bollywood actor Govinda, has expressed deep concern over the devastating floods in Nepal, describing the country as her “matrabhoomi” because of her family’s roots there. Sunita said her mother and grandmother are from Kathmandu and that she has maintained a strong connection with Nepal over the years. Speaking about the destruction caused by the floods, she said the situation was heartbreaking and appealed to people, particularly members of the Hindi film industry, to come forward and support those affected by the disaster.

Sunita explained that her relationship with Nepal goes beyond her family heritage. She said she visits the country every year with her daughter during the New Year and makes it a point to seek blessings at the Pashupatinath Temple on January 1. The annual visits have remained an important family tradition and have strengthened her emotional connection with the country. Reflecting on the devastation caused by the recent floods, Sunita said it was painful to see a place so close to her family suffer such widespread destruction and loss.

The actor’s wife also said she was trying to find a reliable channel through which her financial contribution could reach people who need assistance. She expressed her intention to donate as much as possible and urged others in the entertainment industry to contribute to relief efforts. Sunita said Nepal was very close to her and reiterated that she considered it her “matrabhoomi”. Her appeal comes as rescue and relief operations continue in areas affected by flooding and landslides, with thousands of families facing displacement, loss of property and uncertainty over the safety of their relatives.

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Sunita also referred to actor Manisha Koirala, who has spoken publicly about the situation in Nepal and appealed for international support. Sunita described Koirala as a sister and said she believed the actor was also doing everything possible to assist people affected by the disaster. Koirala, who is from Nepal, recently participated in an event in Kathmandu where she called on the international community to continue supporting the country. She emphasised that Nepal should not be defined only by disasters and urged visitors to return once conditions permit.

Koirala highlighted tourism as a crucial part of Nepal’s economy and said international visitors could play an important role in helping local communities recover. She appealed to people around the world to continue visiting Nepal and experience its mountains, natural beauty, culture and traditions. Her comments focused on the long-term economic impact of the disaster, particularly for communities dependent on tourism for their livelihoods. While immediate relief remains the priority, restoring tourism and economic activity is expected to become an important part of Nepal’s recovery once affected regions become accessible and safe.

The floods have caused a major humanitarian crisis, with reports indicating a death toll of at least 904 and more than 4,000 people still missing. The scale of the disaster has prompted calls for assistance from individuals and organisations both within Nepal and abroad. Sunita’s appeal adds a Bollywood voice to those seeking greater public support for relief efforts, while Koirala’s message underlines the importance of sustained international engagement. Both have urged people to look beyond the immediate devastation and support Nepal’s communities through relief, recovery and the eventual revival of tourism.

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