Full Name: Vishal Veeru Devgan
Date of Birth: April 2, 1969
Place of Birth: New Delhi, India
Nicknames: Ajay, Singham
Early Life:
Ajay Devgn was born into a Punjabi family with strong ties to the film industry. His father, Veeru Devgan, was a renowned stunt director and action choreographer, while his mother, Veena, was a film producer. Ajay completed his schooling at Silver Beach High School in Juhu and later graduated from Mithibai College in Mumbai.
Entry into Bollywood:
Ajay made his Bollywood debut with “Phool Aur Kaante” (1991), which became a massive hit. His iconic entry scene, standing on two moving motorcycles, established him as an action star. He won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for this film.
Filmography of Ajay Devgn, his roles as an actor, director, and producer:
| Year | Film Title | Role(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Phool Aur Kaante | Actor | Debut film |
| 1992 | Jigar | Actor | |
| 1993 | Divya Shakti | Actor | |
| Platform | Actor | ||
| Sangraam | Actor | ||
| Shaktiman | Actor | ||
| Dil Hai Betaab | Actor | ||
| Ek Hi Raasta | Actor | ||
| Bedardi | Actor | ||
| Dhanwaan | Actor | ||
| 1994 | Dilwale | Actor | |
| Kanoon | Actor | ||
| Vijaypath | Actor | ||
| Suhaag | Actor | ||
| 1995 | Naajayaz | Actor | |
| Hulchul | Actor | ||
| Gundaraj | Actor | ||
| Haqeeqat | Actor | ||
| 1996 | Jung | Actor | |
| Diljale | Actor | ||
| Jaan | Actor | ||
| 1997 | Ishq | Actor | |
| Itihaas | Actor | ||
| 1998 | Major Saab | Actor | |
| Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha | Actor | ||
| Sar Utha Ke Jiyo | Actor | Guest appearance | |
| Zakhm | Actor | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 1999 | Hogi Pyaar Ki Jeet | Actor | |
| Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | Actor | ||
| Hindustan Ki Kasam | Actor, Producer | ||
| Gair | Actor | ||
| Thakshak | Actor | ||
| Kachche Dhaage | Actor | ||
| Dil Kya Kare | Actor, Producer | ||
| 2000 | Deewane | Actor | |
| Raju Chacha | Actor, Producer | ||
| 2001 | Yeh Raaste Hain Pyaar Ke | Actor | |
| Lajja | Actor | ||
| Tera Mera Saath Rahen | Actor | ||
| 2002 | Company | Actor | Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor |
| Hum Kisise Kum Nahin | Actor | ||
| The Legend of Bhagat Singh | Actor | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| Deewangee | Actor | Filmfare Best Villain Award | |
| 2003 | Bhoot | Actor | |
| Qayamat: City Under Threat | Actor | ||
| Chori Chori | Actor | ||
| Gangaajal | Actor | ||
| Parwana | Actor | ||
| Zameen | Actor | ||
| 2004 | LOC Kargil | Actor | |
| Khakee | Actor | ||
| Masti | Actor | Guest appearance | |
| Yuva | Actor | ||
| Raincoat | Actor | ||
| 2005 | Insan | Actor | |
| Blackmail | Actor | ||
| Zameer: The Fire Within | Actor | ||
| Tango Charlie | Actor | ||
| Kaal | Actor | Special appearance | |
| Main Aisa Hi Hoon | Actor | ||
| Apaharan | Actor | ||
| 2006 | Shikhar | Actor | |
| Golmaal: Fun Unlimited | Actor | ||
| Omkara | Actor | ||
| 2007 | Cash | Actor | |
| Aag | Actor | ||
| Halla Bol | Actor | ||
| 2008 | Sunday | Actor | |
| U Me Aur Hum | Actor, Director, Producer | Directorial debut | |
| Haal-e-Dil | Actor | Guest appearance | |
| Mehbooba | Actor | ||
| Golmaal Returns | Actor | ||
| 2009 | All the Best: Fun Begins | Actor, Producer | |
| London Dreams | Actor | ||
| 2010 | Teen Patti | Actor | Cameo |
| Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge? | Actor | ||
| Raajneeti | Actor | ||
| Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai | Actor | ||
| Aakrosh | Actor | ||
| Golmaal 3 | Actor | ||
| Toonpur Ka Super Hero | Actor | ||
| 2011 | Yamla Pagla Deewana | Actor | Narrator |
| Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji | Actor | ||
| Ready | Actor | Cameo | |
| Singham | Actor | ||
| Rascals | Actor | ||
| 2012 | Tezz | Actor | |
| Bol Bachchan | Actor, Producer | ||
| Son of Sardaar | Actor, Producer | ||
| 2013 | Himmatwala | Actor | |
| Satyagraha | Actor | ||
| Mahabharat | Actor | Voice role | |
| 2014 | Singham Returns | Actor, Producer | |
| Action Jackson | Actor | ||
| Vitti Dandu | Producer | Marathi film | |
| 2015 | Hey Bro | Actor | Guest appearance |
| Drishyam | Actor | ||
| 2016 | Fitoor | Actor | Cameo |
| Shivaay | Actor, Director, Producer |
filmography from 2017 onwards:
| Year | Film Title | Role(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Baadshaho | Actor | |
| Poster Boys | Himself (Cameo) | ||
| Golmaal Again | Actor | Fourth film in Golmaal series | |
| 2018 | Raid | Actor | |
| Simmba | Bajirao Singham (Cameo) | Special appearance | |
| 2019 | Total Dhamaal | Actor | Comedy ensemble |
| De De Pyaar De | Actor | ||
| Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior | Actor, Producer | National Award, Blockbuster hit | |
| 2020 | Tanhaji (continued release) | Released Jan 2020 | |
| Bhuj: The Pride of India | Actor | Released on OTT | |
| 2022 | RRR | Actor | Special appearance (Telugu film) |
| Runway 34 | Actor, Director, Producer | Based on real events | |
| Thank God | Actor | Played Chitragupt | |
| Drishyam 2 | Actor | Sequel to 2015’s Drishyam | |
| 2023 | Bholaa | Actor, Director, Producer | Remake of Tamil film Kaithi |
| Maidaan | Actor | Sports biopic of Syed Abdul Rahim | |
| 2024 | Shaitaan | Actor | Horror thriller |
| Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha | Actor | Upcoming romantic thriller (May 2024) | |
| Singham Again | Actor | Rohit Shetty’s Cop Universe | |
| 2025 | Raid 2 | Actor | Sequel to 2018’s Raid |
| Naam | Actor | TBA | |
| Golmaal 5 (Expected) | Actor | In development |
Awards and Recognition:
- National Film Awards: Two wins for Best Actor.
- Padma Shri: Honored in 2016 by the Government of India.
- Multiple Filmfare Awards for his acting excellence.
Personal Life:
Ajay Devgn married actress Kajol in 1999, and they are considered one of Bollywood’s power couples. The couple has two children: daughter Nysa and son Yug. Ajay is known for being reserved and maintaining a low profile in the media.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS :
YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=me1WAtrOr6M&pp=ygUUQWpheSBEZXZnbiBpbnRlcnZpZXc%3D
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ajaydevgn
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/AjayDevgn/
