Name: Kajol Devgan
Date of Birth: August 5, 1974
Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Profession: Actress
Nationality: Indian
Early Life and Education
Kajol was born into a prestigious family in Bollywood. Her father, Shomu Mukherjee, was a film director and producer, and her mother, Tanuja, is a renowned actress. Kajol’s maternal aunt, Nutun, was also a famous actress, making her family deeply rooted in the Indian film industry. Kajol’s cousin, Rani Mukerji, is another well-known actress in Bollywood.
Kajol attended St. Joseph’s Convent School in Mumbai, where she completed her early schooling. She later enrolled at Sophia College but dropped out after the 10th grade to pursue acting.
Bollywood Debut
Kajol made her Bollywood debut with the film Bekhudi in 1992, which was directed by her mother, Tanuja. The film did not perform well at the box office, but it marked the beginning of Kajol’s career.
Her breakthrough came with Baazigar (1993), where she starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan. The film became a huge success, and her performance was widely praised, making her a household name.
filmography :
| Year | Film Title | Role(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Bekhudi | Radhika | Bollywood debut |
| 1993 | Baazigar | Priya Chopra | Breakthrough role |
| 1994 | Udhaar Ki Zindagi | Sita | |
| 1994 | Yeh Dillagi | Sapna | |
| 1995 | Taaqat | Kavita | |
| 1995 | Karan Arjun | Sonia Saxena | |
| 1995 | Hulchul | Sharmili | |
| 1995 | Gundaraj | Ritu | |
| 1995 | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | Simran Singh | Iconic role; Filmfare Award for Best Actress |
| 1996 | Bambai Ka Babu | Neha | |
| 1997 | Minsara Kanavu | Priya Amalraj | Tamil debut |
| 1997 | Gupt: The Hidden Truth | Isha Diwan | Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role |
| 1997 | Hameshaa | Rani / Reshma | |
| 1997 | Ishq | Kajal | |
| 1998 | Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya | Muskan Thakur | |
| 1998 | Duplicate | Herself | Cameo appearance |
| 1998 | Dushman | Sonia / Naina Sehgal | Dual role |
| 1998 | Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha | Sanjana | |
| 1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | Anjali Sharma | Filmfare Award for Best Actress |
| 1999 | Dil Kya Kare | Nandita Rai | |
| 1999 | Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain | Megha | |
| 1999 | Hote Hote Pyar Ho Gaya | Pinky | |
| 2000 | Raju Chacha | Sanjana Bakshi | |
| 2001 | Kuch Khatti Kuch Meethi | Tina / Sweety Khanna | Dual role |
| 2001 | Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham… | Anjali Sharma Raichand | Filmfare Award for Best Actress |
| 2003 | Kal Ho Naa Ho | Herself | Cameo appearance in song “Maahi Ve” |
| 2006 | Fanaa | Zooni Ali Beg | Filmfare Award for Best Actress |
| 2006 | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna | Herself | Cameo appearance in song “Rock ‘N’ Roll Soniye” |
| 2007 | Om Shanti Om | Herself | Cameo appearance in song “Deewangi Deewangi” |
| 2008 | U Me Aur Hum | Piya | |
| 2008 | Haal-e-Dil | Herself | Cameo appearance in song “Oye Hoye” |
| 2008 | Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi | Nargis | Cameo appearance in song “Phir Milenge Chalte Chalte” |
| 2010 | My Name Is Khan | Mandira Khan | Filmfare Award for Best Actress |
| 2010 | We Are Family | Maya | |
| 2010 | Toonpur Ka Super Hero | Priya Kumar | |
| 2012 | Student of the Year | Herself | Cameo appearance in song “Disco Deewane” |
| 2015 | Dilwale | Meera Dev Malik | |
| 2017 | Velaiilla Pattadhari 2 | Vasundhara Parameshwar | Tamil film |
| 2018 | Helicopter Eela | Eela Raiturkar | |
| 2018 | Zero | Herself | Cameo appearance |
| 2020 | Tanhaji | Savitribai Malusare | |
| 2020 | Devi | Jyoti | Short film |
| 2021 | Tribhanga | Anuradha Apte | Netflix film |
| 2022 | Salaam Venky | Sujata | |
| 2023 | Lust Stories 2 | Devyani Singh | Segment: “Tilchatta” |
| 2024 | Do Patti | Vidya Jyothi Kanwar | |
| 2025 | Maa | TBA | |
| TBA | Sarzameen | TBA |
Awards and Recognition
Kajol has been one of Bollywood’s most awarded actresses. She has won numerous accolades for her performances, including:
- Filmfare Award for Best Actress (five times): For films like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Fanaa, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, My Name Is Khan, and Tanhaji.
- National Film Award for Best Actress for her role in Maa Tujhhe Salaam (2001).
- Padma Shri: India’s fourth-highest civilian award in 2011 for her contribution to Indian cinema.
Kajol has also been recognized for her philanthropic work and for being a leading female figure in the entertainment industry.
Personal Life
Kajol married actor Ajay Devgn in 1999, and the couple is one of Bollywood’s most popular and enduring pairs. They have two children, Nysa Devgan, born in 2003, and Yug Devgan, born in 2010.
Kajol has always maintained a low-key personal life, but she is often in the spotlight due to her work and family.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS :
YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kS99Dqj6us&pp=ygUeIEtham9sIERldmdhbiBpbnRlcnZpZXcgbGF0ZXN0
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/kajol/
