Ajay Devgn, Actor: Shivaay. ", "U, Me Aur Hum, straight from Ajay's heart. Alone in enemy territory, Singham must now rise to his toughest challenge The embodiment of screen masculinity, Ajay enacts the central character of a righteous, hardhearted cop with flourish. "[86] He then starred David Dhawan's action comedy film Rascals. See Full Cast & Crew. |, July 22, 2011 It has been involved with many major films, such as Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, Tamasha, Bajirao Mastani, Mersal, Dilwale, Force 2, and Simmba. ", "It takes two tango bonding of the bubbly belle & the brooder. His performance as a villain in Kaal also earned him a nomination for the Filmfare Best Villain Award. The film was released on 23 January 2004. In this successful film, Devgn played Ajay, a rich boy in love with a poor girl, (Kajol). Your AMC Ticket Confirmation# can be found in your order confirmation email. He was nominated for the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award. A source told Bollywood Hungama, "Singham is on the anvil next with Ajay Devgan. The film tells the story of a woman (Kajol) who has a very weak memory and even forgets her own husband. Taran Adarsh said: "Ajay Devgan adds yet another feather in his cap with a performance that could've been played only by a master performer. "[103] The rest is just stitched-up scenery. [109], In late December 2017, ADF collaborated with Fox Star Studios to produce Total Dhamaal starring Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Javed Jaffrey, Madhuri Dixit, and Anil Kapoor . Devgn graduated from the Silver Beach High School in Juhu and then studied at Mithibai College. In 2000, ADF released its first film, Raju Chacha. Suhaag was the seventh-highest-grossing movie of the year. [75][76] Next, Devgn starred in Vipul Shah's London Dreams, with Salman Khan and the Tamil film star Asin. Raajneeti was released internationally on 4 June 2010, after some controversies regarding similarities between actual people and the characters in the film. The film was the fourth-highest-grossing film of the year. The film, made with a budget of ₹70 crore (US$9.8 million),[117] is an official remake of Gol Maal (1979). There he is searching for the boyfriend of the girl he secretly loves. Raincoat met with wide critical acclaim and won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi. Cinemark | Rating: 3/5 The movie was successful and was the tenth-highest-grossing film of the year. A police inspector kills himself after a powerful gangster frames him for corruption -- but soon the thug faces the full force of cop Bajirao Singham. It's the usual good v/s evil movie which I doubted would interest me the least. Verified reviews are considered more trustworthy by fellow moviegoers. Devgn was highly praised for his performance. Singham returns 3rd week box office collection. "[72] Devgn also made a cameo appearance in his brother Anil Devgan's film Haal–e–dil. |, August 12, 2011 [16][17] On 24 February 1999, the couple married in a traditional Maharashtrian Hindu ceremony at the Devgan home. She praised Devgan's performances: "Ajay, who is the prey here, shines in his role of the protective father.". [119] Bol Bachchan was one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films. The film is a tragedy of sexual jealousy set against the backdrop of the political system in Uttar Pradesh. [85] Devgn also worked as a voice artist in Toonpur Ka Super Hero, an animated film. In 2010, Devgn featured in the financially successful comedy Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge? Ajay Devgn FFilms is an Indian film production and distribution company established by actor Ajay Devgn in 2000. It grossed 302,500,000 Indian rupees. Devgn starred in Rohit Shetty's Singham. Rohit gave us one of the most dhamakedaar cops on screen called Bajirao Singham played by Ajay. [90] Taran Adarsh of Bollywood Hungama gave it 4 stars and said: "The film is a complete mass entertainer with power-packed drama, hi-intensity dialogue and towering performances as its aces. Devgn's next release of the year was Prakash Jha's Gangaajal. [51] Devgn next performed in Milan Luthria's romantic film Chori Chori, opposite Rani Mukherji and Sonali Bendre. |, July 24, 2011 Despite competition with Yash Raj's film Jab Tak Hai Jaan, Son of Sardaar was a financial success. His next release was Indra Kumar's romantic comedy Ishq with Aamir Khan, Juhi Chawla and Kajol. Also in the cast were Pankaj Kapoor and Vidya Balan. Rediff said: "Hesitation, desperation, humiliation – Ajay Devgn conveys them eloquently. The film, an adaptation of Maitreyi Devi's Bengali novel Na Hanyate, was directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and co-starred Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai. He then starred in Harry Baweja's film Diljale, where he played a terrorist character called Shaka. Prakash Raj Jaikanth Shikre. The film is an adaptation of O. Henry's The Gift of the Magi. He then starred in films such as Jigar (1992), Dilwale (1994), Suhaag (1994), Naajayaz (1995), Diljale (1996) and Ishq (1997). Bajirao Singham : Whoever blamed an honest cop for such a crime, I swear, I'll wreck his life. In 1999, in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Devgn played Vanraj, a man who tries to unite his wife with her lover. An honest inspector (Ajay Devgan) clashes with a shady politician (Prakash Raj). He went on to give critically acclaimed performances in Zakhm, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Company, Deewangee, and The Legend of Bhagat Singh. We won’t be able to verify your ticket today, but it’s great to know for the future. Vishal Veeru Devgan (born 2 April 1969), known professionally as Ajay Devgn, is an Indian film actor, director and producer. [105] In 2019, he is expected to appear alongside Sanjay Dutt, Rana Daggubati, Parineeti Chopra and Sonakshi Sinha in a historical film, Bhuj: The Pride of India.[106][107]. One who has courage ... that is only Bajirao Singham. By creating an account, you agree to the Privacy Policy [12]. The film was not popular with the public. "[83] Komal Nahta said: "Ajay Devgn is simply fantastic in the role of Sultan Mirza. All rights reserved. The film was made with a budget of ₹60 crore (US$8.4 million)[80] When the film was released, it had positive reviews and was financially successful. Taran Adarsh, a film critic, described it as "a well-made, absorbing love story that's high on the emotional quotient. In 2013, Devgn featured in the critically and commercially unsuccessful remake of Himmatwala. And in fact, Akshay Kumar as Veer Sooryavanshi will have a cameo in Ajay Devgn starrer Singham 3. His performance is bound to win admiration from cinegoers, besides fetching awards. It was released on Diwali weekend and became the seventh-highest-grossing movie of that year, taking ₹7 crore (US$980,000) at the box office.[33]. In 2008, Devgn co-produced the drama U Me Aur Hum, which marked his directorial debut. Vishal Veeru Devgan (born 2 April 1969), known professionally as Ajay Devgn, is an Indian film actor, director and producer.He is widely considered as one of the most popular and influential actors of Hindi cinema, who has appeared in over a hundred Hindi films.Devgn has won numerous accolades, including two National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards. Singham is such a mighty blast from the past, it leaves you reeling under its impact. At the end of 2010, Devgn worked again with Rohit Shetty in Golmaal 3, a sequel to Golmaal Returns (2008). He then worked in Rohit Shetty's directional debut Zameen[53] and J. P. Dutta's war film LOC Kargil. However, the films Kaal and Apaharan did well. Bollywood fans are more likely than not to be able to go with "Singham's'" lengthy - but lively - ride. [48] Devgn's next release was David Dhawan's comedy Hum Kisise Kum Nahin, with Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt and Aishwarya Rai. Devgn then starred in Major Saab with Amitabh Bachchan and Sonali Bendre where he played the character of an army officer. 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The film was a success at the box office.[48]. In a nutshell, his performance plays a pivotal role in carrying the film to the winning post. This run-of-the-mill action flick, which was a huge hit at the (Indian) box office, somehow managed to hold my attention too. To state that he is excellent would be an understatement. Ajay is well known for the lines, "aataa maajhi satakli". Rediff said: "Ajay's role reminds you of one he did in another film, Pyar Tho Hona Hi Tha. The film was set in the time of the blinding incident in Bhagalpur, Bihar. THE VERY HANDSOME AJAY DEVGAN is in his groove. [35] Devgan then worked with Deepak Bahry, who directed the action film Ek Hi Raasta,[35] and with Deepak Pawar, who directed Platform. [69] The film received harsh reviews.[70]. Again, in 2010, Devgn starred in Milan Luthria's Once Upon a Time in Mumbai, which was among the top-grossing films of that year. They included Insan, Blackmail, Main Aisa Hi Hoon, Tango Charlie and Shikhar. [126], Film debut, breakthrough and rise to prominence (1991–99), Critical acclaim and awards success (2000–09), National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi, Zee Cine Award for Best Actor in a Negative Role, ninth-highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2009, List of awards and nominations received by Ajay Devgn, "Ajay Devgn says he's been put behind bars twice, reveals why he changed his real name", "After Being Honored With A Padmashri Award, Ajay Devgn Shares A Sweet Message For His Fans! Devgn began a relationship with the actress Karisma Kapoor while filming Jigar, however, the couple ended their relationship in 1995. His other movies in 1999 were Gair and Thakshak in which he played a strong, silent man. Ajay Devgn is the Iron Man of Singham franchise: Parmish Verma; Ajay Devgn is the Iron Man of Singham franchise: Parmish Verma Actor Parmish Verma is excited about his upcoming film Singham, which is the Punjabi remake of the Ajay Devgn starrer with the same name. [49] His performance was well received by critics. "[114], In 2009, Devgn released his home production All the Best: Fun Begins, which was directed by Rohit Shetty and starred Devgn, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Bipasha Basu and Mugdha Godse. In 2011, Devgn performed with Emraan Hashmi in Madhur Bhandarkar's comedy Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji. [1] He began his professional career in Phool Aur Kaante and received a Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. The well accepted movie won rave reviews as an out and out entertainer, and is best remembered for … In the same year, Devgn was featured in a short documentary about the Mumbai floods of 2005 titled The Awakening.[66]. Music: Jeet Ganguli, Ankit Tiwari,Yo Yo Honey Singh. The movie was in Marathi language. He then featured in Prakash Jha's political thriller Rajneeti. The Indian Express said the screenplay was derivative, concluding: "There is nothing particularly new about a suspicious wife keeping tabs on her husband, and there is nothing particularly new in the way Ajay-Kareena play it. Rediff.com said, "Ajay Devgan pulls up an ace with a part tailormade to reinforce his seething-under-the-surface angry hero image. [13] The family has connections to the Hindi film industry in Mumbai. However, the film was not popular with the public. Just confirm how you got your ticket. The film starred Devgn himself as the lead actor and his wife Kajol as the lead actress. This 10-digit number is your confirmation number. Indeed, an award-winning performance!"[84]. Devgn won several awards for his performance, including the National Film Award for Best Actor and the Star Screen Award for Best Actor.[42]. with Paresh Rawal and Konkona Sen Sharma. The film was written by Devgn himself and three other writers. | Rating: 22/5 and the Terms and Policies, He played the part of Arun Saxena, a man with intellectual impairment. In addition, Devgn owns a production company Ajay Devgn FFilms, which was established in 2000. Taran Adarsh said: "Ajay Devgn is splendid as Sultan. [92] Devgn next featured in Prabhu Deva's Action Jackson which did not perform well at box office. Kajol co-starred. Kajal Aggarwal Kavya Bhosle. The film was a commercial success. [118] The film had record advance bookings. [87], The following year, Devgn starred in Tezz, directed by Priyadarshan. The film was distributed by Viacom 18 Motion Pictures. Bajirao Singham (Ajay Devgan) is now a DSP in Mumbai, and performing his duty in typical superhero fashion. Bajirao decides to unearth the truth behind it and in this process, he collides with a powerful Swami ji (amole gupte) who … [45] In the same year, Devgn starred in his first home production; Raju Chacha, with Kajol. The percentage of Approved Tomatometer Critics who have given this movie a positive review. Singham Returns (2014) Ajay Devgn as Bajirao Singham. Singham Hindi film is the story of an honest cop Bajirao Singham (Ajay Devgan) who fight for justice to an honest police officer who committed suicide for politician Jaikant Shikre (Prakash Raj). Singham works in bits and pieces, only when [Ajay] Devgn gets fully into his stride, squaring up to [Prakash] Raj as he hits the high notes. In Shivgad, a small village near Goa, Inspector Bajirao Singham (Ajay Devgan) fights against injustice, prejudice and corruption using his own brand of ethics and justice. Ajay Devgn is an Indian film actor, director, and producer. Shooting dates for Vijaypath clashed with those of Karan Arjun which Devgn declined. Forgot your password? [37] His next release was Haqeeqat[37] costarring with Tabu. Devgan was born to a Punjabi Hindu family originally from Amritsar (Punjab). Regal Based in Mumbai, it mainly produces and distributes Hindi films. 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Ajay Devgn aka Bajirao Singham was seen as an honest police officer who was all about following the law and maintaining peace among the people. He then took the lead role with Kajol in his own directorial debut film U Me Aur Hum. In 2004, Devgn was cast with Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai and Akshay Kumar in Rajkumar Santoshi's action thriller Khakee. His confrontations with Amitabh Bachchan are exemplary. As Taran Adarsh reviewed: "Ajay Devgn enacts his role to perfection. In 2016, he was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian honour of the country. Don't have an account? ", "Happy Birthday, Ajay Devgan; Golmaal Returns. [62][63] Omkara was well received by critics. It was rated a hit in India, and is the ninth highest grossing Bollywood film of 2009. One of the few actors who underplays his part admirably, he returns to the over-the-top-action genre of films with this one. Right from his look to his acting including dialogue-delivery, everything is fabulous. "[65], In 2006, Devgn also starred in Rohit Shetty's Golmaal. His highest grossing movies include Tanhaji and Total Dhamaal. The movie was the tenth-highest-grossing movie of the year. To his credit (and the director's), he brings style and grace to a largely stereotypical, righteous protagonist. The film was released on 6 July 2012 in about 2,575 cinemas around the world and had 2,700 prints. The movie was a box-office hit. Sign up here. Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam marked a significant turning point in Devgan's career.