Vishal Veeru Devgan (Hindi:विशाल देवगन, born 2 April 1969 in New Delhi, India), popularly known as Ajay Devgan, is a National Film Award-winning actor who appears in Hindi (Bollywood) films. Beginning his career as an action hero in the early 1990s, Devgan has since established himself as one of the actors open to serious roles in Bollywood. In 2008 he ventured into directing as well with U, Me Aur Hum, which saw him starring in the lead role alongside his wife, popular actress Kajol.

Biography

Devgan is from Punjab. His family is of Punjabi descent. His father is Veeru Devgan, a stunt choreographer; his mother Veena Devgan produced one film; and his brother, Anil Devgan is a Bollywood film director. He is a graduate of Bappu School in Juhu and Mithibai College. He married actress Kajol on 24 February 1999. Their daughter, Nysa Devgan, was born on 20 April 2003.