Ajay Devgn
| Ajay Devgn | |
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| Born | 2 April 1969 New Delhi, India |
| Birth name | Vishal Veeru Devgn |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor Producer Director |
| Years active | 1985–present |
| Spouse | Kajol (m. 1999) |
| Children | 2 |
| Parents | Veeru Devgn (father) Veena Devgn (mother) |
| Awards | Padma Shri (2016) 3 National Film Awards |
Ajay Devgn is an Indian film actor, producer and director who predominantly works in Hindi cinema. Widely regarded as one of the finest actors in the Indian film industry, he is known for films such as Gangaajal, Raid, Raajneeti, Singham Returns and Drishyam. In recognition of his contribution to Indian cinema, he was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India.
Early Life and Family
Ajay Devgn was born as Vishal Veeru Devgn on 2 April 1969 in New Delhi, India. He is the son of Veeru Devgn, a renowned stunt choreographer and director, and Veena Devgn, a film producer. He grew up in a film-oriented environment, which influenced his early exposure to cinema and action choreography.[1]
He completed his schooling at Silver Beach High School in Mumbai and later graduated in Commerce from Mithibai College, Mumbai.
Personal Life
Ajay Devgn married actress Kajol on 24 February 1999. The couple has two children, a daughter named Nysa Devgn and a son named Yug Devgn. Despite being public figures, they maintain a relatively private family life.[2]
Career
Early Career
Ajay Devgn began his acting career as a child artist in the 1985 film Pyari Behna. His breakthrough came with the action film Phool Aur Kaante (1991), which was a major commercial success. His performance earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut and established him as a leading action hero.[3]
Critical Acclaim and National Awards
In 1998, Devgn starred in Zakhm, for which he received his first National Film Award for Best Actor. He won his second National Award for portraying Bhagat Singh in The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002). Over the years, he gained critical acclaim for films such as Company, Gangaajal, Apaharan, Omkara and Raajneeti.
In 2020, he won his third National Film Award for Best Actor for his role in the historical action film Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, which was a major box-office success.[4]
Commercial Success
Ajay Devgn successfully balanced action, drama and comedy, gaining immense popularity through franchises like Golmaal and Singham. Films such as Drishyam and Drishyam 2 further showcased his ability to portray intense, grounded characters.
He also appeared in the globally successful film RRR (2022) in a cameo role, which became one of the biggest Indian films of all time.
Producer and Director
Apart from acting, Ajay Devgn is an accomplished producer and director. He founded his production company Ajay Devgn Films in 2000. He made his directorial debut with U Me Aur Hum (2008) and later directed Shivaay (2016), which won the National Film Award for Best Special Effects.
He also co-founded the visual effects company NY VFXWAALA, which has worked on several major Indian films and won multiple awards, including a National Film Award.
Awards and Honours
- Padma Shri – 2016
- National Film Award for Best Actor – Zakhm (1998)
- National Film Award for Best Actor – The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002)
- National Film Award for Best Actor – Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior (2020)
Legacy
With a career spanning over three decades and more than 100 films, Ajay Devgn has established himself as one of the most influential and versatile figures in Indian cinema. Known for his intense performances, action roles and grounded screen presence, he continues to remain a dominant force in Bollywood.
References
- ↑ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/Ajay-Devgn
- ↑ https://www.mynation.com/biography/ajay-devgn-biography-iwh-s1y2x5
- ↑ https://www.filmibeat.com/top-listing/birthday-special-who-is-aaman-devgan-all-you-need-to-know-about-ajay-devgns-nephew--2-4099.html
- ↑ https://www.filmibeat.com/celebs/ajay-devgn.html