Net Worth
$120 Million
Age
57 Years
Height
1.78 m
Nationality
Indian
Place of Birth
New Delhi, India
Weight
80 kg
Marital Status
Married
Birthday
April 2, 1969
Biography
Vishal Devgan, professionally known as Ajay Devgn, is an acclaimed Indian actor, film director, and producer who works primarily in Hindi cinema. Having appeared in over 100 films, he is considered one of the most successful and influential actors in Bollywood. He made his acting debut in 1991 with 'Phool Aur Kaante', which earned him a Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. Renowned for his versatility, Devgn has excelled in action, comedy, and intense drama genres. He has won numerous accolades, including multiple National Film Awards and Filmfare Awards, and was honored with the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2016.
Career Milestones
January 2020
Third National Film Award
Won his third National Film Award for Best Actor for his lead role in the historical blockbuster Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior.
January 2016
Awarded Padma Shri
Honored with the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, for his exceptional contributions to Indian Cinema.
October 2002
Second National Film Award
Received his second National Film Award for Best Actor for portraying freedom fighter Bhagat Singh in 'The Legend of Bhagat Singh'.
February 1999
Marriage to Kajol
Married popular Bollywood actress Kajol in a private traditional Maharashtrian ceremony.
December 1998
First National Film Award
Won the National Film Award for Best Actor for his powerful performance in Mahesh Bhatt's Zakhm.
November 1991
Acting Debut in Phool Aur Kaante
Made his Bollywood debut with the hit action-romance film Phool Aur Kaante, winning the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.
Fun Facts & Trivia
- He changed the spelling of his surname from 'Devgan' to 'Devgn' in 2009 at his family's request for numerological reasons.
- Ajay Devgn was the first Bollywood personality to own a private jet for personal travel and transport.
- He is famous for his signature introductory stunt in action films, balancing on two moving vehicles (such as motorcycles or cars) simultaneously.