Who is Kajol and is she married?
BOLLYWOOD has created many superstars, but one woman that really stands out is Kajol.
Over the years talented star has cemented herself as one of the Hindu cinema’s leading actresses.
Who is Kajol?
Kajol Devgan was born on August 5, 1974, and is known mononymously as Kajol, and she is a Bollywood actress.
Described as one of the most successful actresses of Hindi cinema, she has won numerous awards, including six Filmfare Awards,
In 2011, Kajol was honoured with the Padma Shri by the Government of India.
She comes from a Bollywood family as she is the daughter of actress Tanuja, and producer Shomu Mukherjee.
Kajol made her acting debut with Bekhudi (1992) while still in school, but quit classes after her career took off.
In addition to acting in films, she is a social activist and known for her work with widows and children.
What has Kajol starred in?
Kajol has starred in many Bollywood films which incldes the thriller Fanaa (2006), and the drama My Name Is Khan (2010).
Her highest-grossing releases came with the comedy Dilwale (2015) and the period film Tanhaji (2020).
Kajol also had success with the movies Tribhanga (2021), and The Trial (2023).
Is Kajol married?
Kajol met her future husband Ajay Devgn in 1995 whilst they were co-starring in Gundaraj.
When they first got together they were called “an unlikely pair” by the press, due to their different personalities.
In February 1999, after four years of dating they married in a traditional Maharashtrian Hindu ceremony at the Devgan family home.
Does Kajol have any children?
Together with her husband Ajay she has two children together.
The couple welcomed their daughter Nysa in 2003.
She was followed by their son, Yug, who was born in 2010.
What is Kajol’s net worth?
As of 2023, Kajol has an estimated net worth of £23M.
This has been accumulated through her steady work of starring in Bollywood films.
Meanwhile, her husband Ajay has an estimated fortune of £50M.
It is reported he was the first Bollywood star to own a private jet for transport to shooting locations, to promotions and for personal trips.