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India.com
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Kajol and Ajay Devgn worked together in 8, four of which were super flops, these films are....
Kajol and Ajay Devgn worked together in 8, four of which were super flops, these films are.... In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, lines between real and reel life are often blurred. The on-screen chemistry that we see in films is often idealised and hailed, and remains etched in the hearts of the audience. But if a real-life couple plays a romantic role on screen, it's even more appreciated and becomes a formula for a successful film. However, it's not always the case. But there is one real-life Bollywood couple who have done everything from intense drama to romantic tale together on screen, while some garnered a lot of love and attention, others turned out to be a flop. The couple that we are talking about is none other than Ajay Devgn and Kajol. The duo has delivered 8 films together, 4 of which turned out to be a flop. Gundaraj The first film that the duo did together was Gundaraj. It was released in the year 1995. It was an action drama; however, it did not perform well at the box office. Ishq Following that, the pair delivered another film in 1996 titled Ishq. The multi-starrer film was a comedy-drama that also featured stars including Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla. The chemistry between Ajay and Kajol was widely hailed, and it turned out to be a blockbuster. Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha. A year later, in 1999, they again delivered a superhit called Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha. The film further cemented their iconic pairing, and what's interesting is that during the shoot of this film, they were also dating in real life. Their sizzling off-screen also transcended on-screen, and the film turned out to be a blockbuster. Dil Kya Kare In 1999, Kajol played Ajay's wife in Dil Kya Kare. Although the film received mixed reviews, it did well commercially and was declared a box office hit. Raju Chacha In 2000, the duo appeared in the multi-starrer film 'Raju Chacha'. Despite featuring many big names in the film, it turned out to be a flop. U Me Aur Hum In 2008, the duo appeared in the film U Me Aur Hum. In this film, Ajay wore the hat of both a director and an actor. While the plot had an emotional narrative, it couldn't resonate with the audience and turned out to be a flop. Toonpur Ka Superhero Two years later, the duo again delivered a film in 2010 with Toonpur Ka Superhero. Unfortunately, this live-action-animated film which they again played husband and wife, also couldn't resonate with the audience and flopped at the box office. Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior. After delivering a streak of flops, the duo made a comeback with Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior in 2020. This film became a massive blockbuster with both of them receiving the much-needed appreciation. Despite the highs and lows, Ajay Devgn and Kajol have always remained a fan-favourite couple, whether it's on screen or off screen.
India.com
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Most expensive Bollywood fop film, Ajay Devgn and Kajol played lead roles, was full of stars, film was.., budget was Rs...
Most expensive Bollywood fop film, Ajay Devgn and Kajol played lead roles, was full of stars, film was.., budget was Rs... In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, where the formula of success remains unresolved, a promising star cast is often considered a coveted asset. However, even after this, there are films that don't deliver as per the expectations and fail to strike a chord. One such similar tale is of a film that featured celebrated actors of its time, yet the promising combination didn't hit the mark. Raju Chacha – High Expectations That Remained Unmet The film we are talking about is none other than Raju Chacha. Released in the year 2000, this film featured a star-studded cast including Ajay Devgan, Kajol, Sanjay Dutt, and Rishi Kapoor. But the lead, Ajay Devgn, wasn't just acting in the film; he also ventured into the role of producer for this film with the support of his father, Veeru Devgn. Since the film featured real-life partners Ajay and Kajol and other stellar actors in supporting roles, the expectations were high. How Much did Raju Chacha Earn? Despite the high expectations, the film felt flat at the box office, even after its grand scale of production and popular faces. The film was made on a budget of Rs 25 crores, making it one of the expensive films of the year. However, it only collected Rs. 20 crores, falling short of recovering its budget. This failure not only cost financially, but it also left a deep setback for Ajay Devgan. Kajol Devgn once revealed in an interview that Ajay was emotionally distressed after Raju Chacha's failure. The plot of the film revolved around a single father and his three children, with Ajay Devgan playing the role of an outsider who becomes involved in a property inheritance plot. Kajol played the role of the kids' caretaker., However, the audience couldn't connect with the story, and it received only 5.1 on IMDb Raju Chacha's story shows that sometimes even the biggest star cast and huge investment cannot guarantee box office success.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kajol jokes Ajay Devgn's career took off after he married her, says her favourite movie is 'Company', credits her husband's resillience as a producer
and make one of the best pairs in Bollywood. The couple tied the knot in 1999. They had first met each other on the sets of 'Hulchul' and fell in love. Since then, the duo have also collaborated professionally on many movies. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Kajol's latest film 'Maa' is produced by Ajay. In a recent interview, Kajol opened up on Ajay's career graph, chose her favourite movies of Ajay and also credited him for his resillience as a producer after his first production 'Raju Chacha' flopped. During a candid chat with The Lallantop, Kajol said with a humour and wit on dsiplay, "His career changed after he got married to me. Achi tarah se seekha ke nikaala hai maine unko." As for her favourite film from Ajay's body of work, Kajol picked two standouts. 'I love Company, it is in my top favourites,' she shared, but added that The Legend Of Bhagat Singh remains closest to her heart. 'Best film for me was actually Legend Of Bhagat Singh. It was amazing. I loved it. Ek kirdaar jo aise portray kia hai. Every bit of him was Bhagat Singh in that film.' Kajol also opened up about the emotional toll Ajay experienced after the failure of Raju Chacha in 2000. Produced under his banner Devgn Films, the film was one of the most expensive Indian productions of its time but failed to make a mark at the box office, leading to substantial financial losses. Reflecting on that difficult phase, Kajol recalled, 'It was really horrible. He was very upset that it didn't do well. It took him a long time to feel better, that was a big blow to him. ' However, she praised Ajay's resilience and commitment to storytelling despite the setback. 'But, I have to give him credit that he still continued to produce films after that. Most people give up completely after such a big loss, they don't take that risk again. He is doing it till today. Kudos to him as a producer to still want to give a quality product at the end of the day.'
Indian Express
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kajol says Ajay Devgn's career changed after marriage, calls him the only actor successful in every genre: ‘Achi tarah se seekha ke nikaala hai maine unko'
Actor couple Kajol and Ajay Devgn may have contrasting personalities, but they continue to captivate audiences with their on-screen and off-screen chemistry. The duo first worked together in the 1995 action thriller Hulchul and have since experienced many ups and downs in their professional journeys. In a recent interview, Kajol spoke about Ajay's filmography, claiming he is the only actor who has excelled in every genre. She also reflected on the major setback he faced after the box office failure of his 2000 home production Raju Chacha. In a conversation with The Lallantop, Kajol, who married Ajay Devgn in 1999, playfully remarked that his career took off after their marriage. 'See, his career changed after he got married to me. Achi tarah se seekha ke nikaala hai maine unko,' she quipped. However, Kajol gave him credit for excelling in every film genre. 'Hats off to him. I feel that he is the only actor who has made a success out of every genre that he has picked. Whether it was comedy, action, romance and drama, he has done a very successful thing in all three, and directing for that matter. Whatever he has chosen to do, he has done extremely well.' ALSO READ | Kajol recalls feeling 'helpless' during husband Ajay Devgn's fight with YRF: 'Fights are always difficult' Picking her most favourite movie out of Ajay Devgn's filmography, Kajol said, 'I love Company, it is in my top favourites. Best film for me was actually Legend Of Bhagat Singh. It was amazing. I loved it. Ek kirdaar jo aise portray kia hai. Every bit of him was Bhagat Singh in that film.' Ajay Devgn's production house, Devgn Films, which recently backed Shaitaan and Maa, once faced a major setback with the box office failure of Raju Chacha in 2000. At the time, the film was reportedly one of the most expensive Indian productions, but it failed to perform commercially, resulting in significant financial losses. Despite this, the company went on to produce and distribute several successful films, including Son of Sardaar (2012). Talking about the hiccup, Kajol said, 'It was really horrible. He was very upset that it didn't do well. It took him a long time to feel better, that was a big blow to him. But, I have to give him credit that he still continued to produce films after that. Most people give up completely after such a big loss, they don't take that risk again. He is doing it till today. Kudos to him as a producer to still want to give a quality product at the end of the day.' On the work front, Kajol's latest film Maa hit theatres on June 27. The movie received mixed reviews from critics and the audience. The actor will be seen next in Sarzameen, also featuring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Ibrahim Ali Khan in the lead roles. The thriller will release on JioHotstar on July 25.
Hindustan Times
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kajol looks back at her pregnancy, Nysa and Yug's infancies; says dad Ajay Devgn ‘changed their nappies only twice'
Actor Kajol, who shares two kids, Nysa and Yug, with husband Ajay Devgn, recently opened up about their parenting journey, revealing that they've always shared responsibilities in raising their children. She even mentioned that Ajay has changed their kids' diapers - albeit just twice. Also read: Kajol reveals the secret to her happy marriage with Ajay Devgn: 'It is partial deafness and selective amnesia' Kajol and Ajay Devgn with their kids: Nysa, and Yug. During an interview with News18 Showsha, Kajol looked back at the time when she was pregnant, adding that she and Ajay are happy not to be changing their children Nysa and Yug's nappies. Kajol said, 'I don't think we ever functioned that way. We share responsibilities. If I'm there, I do things. If he's there, he does it. It's as simple as that. The best thing is that our children don't need to get their nappies changed anymore... When Nysa and Yug were babies, Ajay did change their nappies once or twice. He may tell you that he did it more than two times but I would've to disagree on that point." She added, 'We've passed that stage and nobody needs to take that responsibility anymore. We're good. Today, it's more about supervision and talking to our children about their issues. It's much easier to swap those roles around'. Kajol admitted that she was 'pretty much chill' when she was pregnant with Yug, who she gave birth to in September 2010. She said that she worked out a lot throughout both her pregnancies and that gave her a huge boost. About Kajol and Ajay's relationship Kajol has been married to Ajay for over two decades. The duo had met for the first time on the sets of their film, Hulchul, in 1995. They dated for almost 4 years and tied the knot in 1999. Over the years, they've balanced successful film careers with family life, raising two children, Nysa (born in 2003) and Yug (born in 2010). They have worked together in several films such as Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha, Ishq, Dil Kya Kare, Raju Chacha and Tanhaji. Kajol's latest project Kajol was most recently seen in the horror film Maa. Helmed by Vishal Furia, the film also features Ronit Roy, Kherin Sharma, and Indraneil Sengupta in key roles. The film received mixed reviews overall, but has had a promising start at the box office. Next, she will be seen in Sarzameen. Directed by Boman Irani's son, Kayoze Irani, in his directorial debut and produced by Dharma Productions, the movie also stars Ibrahim Ali Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead roles. The film will be released on July 25 on JioHotstar.
