Ajay Devgn, born as Vishal Veeru Devgan, is a renowned Indian film actor who has made significant contributions to Bollywood. With his intense performances and versatile roles, he has carved a niche for himself in the Indian film industry.
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Interesting Facts About Ajay Devgn
- Ajay Devgn’s real name is Vishal Veeru Devgan.
- He changed the spelling of his surname from Devgan to Devgn in 2009.
- Ajay Devgn is a prankster in real life.
- He is the first Bollywood actor to own a private jet.
- Ajay Devgn has been to jail twice.
Early Life and Upbringing
Ajay Devgn was born on April 2, 1969, in New Delhi. His ancestral roots trace back to Amritsar, Punjab. He completed his schooling at Silver Beach High School in Juhu and pursued his graduation from Mithibai College, Mumbai.
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Family Background
Ajay Devgn is the son of Veeru Devgan, a well-known stunt choreographer, and Veena Devgan, a film producer. He also has a brother, Anil Devgan, who is a filmmaker and screenwriter.
Ajay Devgn is married to the famous Bollywood actress Kajol since 1999, and they have two children.
Rise to Stardom: How Ajay Devgn Became a Recognized Actor
Ajay Devgn made his debut in Bollywood with the film ‘Phool Aur Kaante’ in 1991, which earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.
He continued to deliver critically acclaimed performances in films like ‘Zakhm’, ‘Company’, and ‘The Legend of Bhagat Singh’.
Controversies Involving Ajay Devgn
- Ajay Devgn was reportedly in a relationship with Raveena Tandon, but he allegedly dumped her when he fell in love with Karisma Kapoor.
- Ajay Devgn was accused of having an affair with Kangana Ranaut during the shoot of ‘Once Upon A Time In Mumbai’.
- Ajay Devgn was involved in a controversy with Karan Ramsay over the script of the film ‘All The Best’.
- Ajay Devgn was involved in a controversy with actor Sudeep over a debate about Hindi as the national language.
- Ajay Devgn was reportedly the original choice for Salman Khan’s role in ‘Karan Arjun’.
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Career, Awards, and Achievements
Ajay Devgn has appeared in over 100 films and has won numerous accolades, including four National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards. In 2016, he was honored by the Government of India with the Padma Shri, the country’s fourth-highest civilian honor.
He has also directed and produced films, and owns a production company, Ajay Devgn FFilms.
Top Movies of Ajay Devgn — (Ranked)
Debut Film: Phool Aur Kaante (1991)
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Breakthrough & Critical Acclaim: The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002)
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This profile was researched by Jitendra Singh using verified sources including Wikipedia, IMDb Pro, Forbes, and news archives. Net worth is estimated from publicly reported earnings.