Ajay Devgn, a prominent Bollywood actor, enjoys widespread popularity for his roles in films like Singham and Golmaal. This comprehensive wiki explores his life, career, and controversies.

Biography/Wiki

Vishal Veeru Devgan, born April 2, 1969, in New Delhi, is better known as Ajay Devgn. He now resides in Mumbai. His zodiac sign is Aries, and he’s known to friends as Ajay and Raju. He adopted the surname “Devgn” based on numerological advice. Renowned for his daring stunts, particularly his signature two-bike feat, he’s also a recipient of the Padma Shri.

Physical Appearance

Maintaining a fit physique through regular workouts, Devgn stands approximately 5’10” tall and weighs around 80 kg. His impressive measurements include a 43-inch chest, 34-inch waist, and 16-inch biceps. He has dark brown eyes and black hair.

Family, Caste & Wife

Born into a Saraswat Brahmin family, Devgn is the son of stunt choreographer and action film director Veeru Devgan and film producer Veena Devgan. He has one sister, Neelam Devgan, and a cousin, director Anil Devgan. He is Hindu.

Before marrying actress Kajol on February 24, 1999, he had relationships with actresses Raveena Tandon and Karisma Kapoor.

Devgn and Kajol have two children: daughter Nysa (born 2003) and son Yug (born 2010).

Career

Devgn’s education includes Silver Beach High School and Mithibai College in Mumbai. His acting debut was as a child artist in Pyari Behna. He secured his first lead role in the 1991 film Phool Aur Kaante, earning him the Filmfare Best Male Debut award. He’s starred in numerous successful films, including Jigar, Dilwale, Suhaag, Diljale, Ishq, Zakhm, the Golmaal series, and many more. He has won two National Film Awards for Best Actor.

His career extends beyond acting. He served as an assistant director under Deepak Shivdasani on Madam X (1994). He established Ajay Devgn Films in 2000, producing films like Raju Chacha and TV serials such as Devi and Swami Ramdev – Ek Sangharsh.

Controversies

Several controversies have marked Devgn’s career. These include:

• A publicized feud involving Raveena Tandon and Karisma Kapoor in the 1990s.
• A copyright infringement case regarding the film All The Best (2009).
• A complaint about the portrayal of Sikhs in Son of Sardaar.
• A legal dispute with Yash Raj Films over screen distribution.
• Allegations of paid reviews for Shivaay (2016) versus Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016).

Assets/Properties

Devgn’s real estate holdings include a 474.4 square meter property in Juhu, Mumbai (purchased in 2021), and five office apartments in Andheri West, Mumbai (purchased in July 2023).

Facts

Here are some interesting facts about Ajay Devgn:

• Close friendship with Rohit Shetty.
• Missed his first National Award due to flight cancellations.
• Early knowledge of Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan’s marriage.
• Past superstition about Karan Johar’s films.
• Initially considered for the role of Bajirao in Bajirao Mastani.
• Introverted nature and preference for privacy.
• Ownership of a private jet.
• Dietary preferences and culinary skills.
• Political affiliation (BJP).
• Possessive nature towards his daughter.
• Dislikes being photographed.
• Smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Hobbies: Sketching and Trekking.
• Favorite actors, actress, director, perfume, and more.
• Extensive car collection.
• Reported earnings and net worth.
• Eye surgery following a film injury.

Awards and Recognition