Biography
Actress Kajol Devgan was born on August 5, 1974. She is a renowned Indian film actress. She primarily works in Hindi cinema. Her father’s name is the late Somu Mukherjee. Her mother’s name is actress Tanuja. She also has a sister named Tanisha Mukherjee.
She began her film career in 1992 at the age of sixteen with Bekhudi. The actress became a household name with box office successes such as Baazigar (1993), Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), and Phir Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998). Sources say she is known for her versatility and range as an actress.
Actress Kajol has received numerous awards, including six Filmfare Awards and the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award. The actress gained fame for her powerful performances in films such as Gupt, Dushman, Fanaa, and My Name Is Khan. In addition to her acting, the actress is a busy social activist. She has supported numerous charitable causes. Actress Kajol has become a successful star in Indian cinema.

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Wiki
Full Name | Kajol Mukherjee Devgan |
Nick Name | Kads |
Date of Birth (DOB) | 05 August 1974 |
Age (as of 2025) | 51 years |
Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Gender | Female |
Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
School | St. Joseph’s Convent School, Panchgani |
College | NA |
Educational Qualification | School dropout |
Profession | Actress |
Nationality | Indian |
Citizenship | Indian |
Religion | Hinduism |
Father | Late Shomu Mukherjee |
Mother | Tanuja |
Siblings | 1 |
Sister | Tanishaa Mukherjee |
Brother | NA |
Spouse | Ajay Devgn (m. 24 February 1999) |
Children’s | 2 |
Son | Yug Devgn |
Daughter | Nysa Devgn |
Famous For | Acting in Bollywood films, notable works include Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, My Name Is Khan, among others |
Debut | Film Debut: Bekhudi (1992) |
Birthday
Birthday | 05 August 1974 |
Physical Stats
Eye Colour | Hazel (with a green tinge in certain lighting) |
Hair Colour | Black |
Age
Age | 51 years (as of 2025) |
Date of Birth
Date of Birth | 05 August 1974 |
Weight
Weight in KG | 57 kg |
Weight in Pounds | 126 lbs |
Height
Height in Feet | 5 feet 3 inches |
Height in Centimeter | 161 cm |
Height in Meters | 1.61 m |
Marital Status
Actress Kajol’s husband is Ajay Devgan. They married on February 24, 1999. According to sources, the wedding took place at their home in Mumbai. Only family members and close friends were present.
Actress Kajol and actor Ajay Devgan have two children, a son and a daughter. Their daughter is Nysa Devgan, and their son is Yug Devgan. The actress and actor share a very good rapport.

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Marital Status | Married |
Husband | Ajay Devgn (m. 24 February 1999) |
Boyfriend | NA |
Controversy | NA |
Children
Actress Kajol and actor Kajol Devgan have two children. The actress has a daughter and a son. Her daughter’s name is Nysa Devgan. Her son’s name is Yug Devgan.
According to sources, their daughter was born on April 20, 2003, and their son was born on September 13, 2010. Both the actress and actor raise their children with good values.

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Children’s | 2 |
Son | Yug Devgn |
Daughter | Nysa Devgn |
Family
Actress Kajol was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The actress comes from a well-known film family. Her father’s name is Shomu Mukherjee, who worked as a director in his career. Her mother’s name is actress Tanuja. According to sources, her younger sister is actress Tanisha.
Actress Kajol’s husband is actor Ajay Devgan. Actress Kajol and actor Ajay Devgan have two children. The actress has a son and a daughter. Her daughter’s name is Nysa Devgan, and her son’s name is Yug Devgan. According to sources, the actress’s entire family spends festivals and important occasions together. Kajol’s family is one of Bollywood’s wealthiest and closest families.

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Father | Shomu Mukherjee (Deceased in 2008) |
Mother | Tanuja (Actress) |
Sister | Tanishaa Mukherjee (Actress) |
Brother | NA |
Educational Qualification
Actress Kajol did her schooling at St. Joseph’s Convent School in Panchgani. The actress also participated in extracurricular activities such as dance. Sources say that Kajol is fond of novels.
However, after starting work in films at a young age, the actress dropped out of school and did not attend college. Her early success in Bollywood led her to her acting career.
School | St. Joseph’s Convent School, Panchgani |
College | NA |
Educational Qualification | NA |
Career
Indian actress Kajol is among the best and most celebrated Indian actresses, with a career that has exceeded three decades. Kajol started her career with Bekhudi in 1992. The movie was a box office hit, cementing her as a top actress.
Early Career and Success
Kajol made her professional start with Bekhudi (1992). Sources state that she found commercial success with Baazigar (1993) and Yeh Dillagi (1994). Kajol went on to even greater success with Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge (1995). This is one of the longest films in the history of Indian cinema, further establishing her standing in the industry.
Versatility and Critical Acclaim
The actress was highly acclaimed for her negative character in Gupt (1997). Sources state that she was the first actress to be awarded for her negative character. Actress Kajol appeared in blockbuster hits such as Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Dushman (1998), and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001).
Holidays and Returns
As per reports, actress Kajol had taken a temporary leave from full-time acting. She came back with Fanaa in 2006 and My Name Is Khan (2010), with many awards and honors. The actress has also featured in blockbuster movies such as Dilwale (2015) and Tanhaji (2020).
Recent Work and Other Ventures
Kajol stepped into streaming with Tribhanga (2021) and continues to be a part of the film industry by working on her managerial responsibilities with Devgan Entertainment. It is also reported that the actress is involved with social activities and TV shows.
The Trial: Pyaar Kanoon Dhokha Season 2
Actress Kajol plays the lead role in Season 2 of the much-awaited Indian legal drama television series, The Trial: Pyaar Kanoon Dhokha. Kajol portrays the role of Noyonika Sengupta in the series. Reports indicate that the actress has been able to bring out her best in playing complicated love, law cases, and several personal conflicts.
The season has received huge acclaim for its riveting storyline as well as Kajol’s acting. The series has solidified her presence in the world of online streaming, both in films as well as in the online streaming sector.
Social Media
KulFiy | Kajol |
TikTok | NA |
NA | |
Kajol | |
Twitter (X) | NA |
YouTube | NA |
Snapchat | NA |
NA | |
AskFm | NA |
NA | |
Triller | NA |
OnlyFans Free | NA |
OnlyFans Paid | NA |
Fansly | NA |
Tumblr | NA |
SoundCloud | NA |
Discord | NA |
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Twitch | NA |
Not Public | |
Phone Number | Not Public |
Movies and TV Shows
Actress Kajol has acted in numerous Hindi movies. The films and television series of Kajol have a combination of romantic, thriller and drama. Kajol began her career in 1992 with the film ‘Bekhudi’. As per sources, she then gained early success with movies like ‘Baazigar’ (1993) and ‘Yeh Dillagi’ (1994). The natural acting and strong on-screen presence of the actress captured the hearts of audiences and critics.

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She solidified her superstar status in starring roles in iconic blockbusters such as ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ (1995). The role the actress played in ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ (1998) went on to become one of all-time greatest Bollywood films. Actress Kajol was also awarded the Filmfare Best Actress Award for both.
The actress continued to experiment with diverse roles, earning critical acclaim for her performances as a psychopathic killer in ‘Gupt: The Hidden Truth’ (1997) and a vengeful woman in ‘Dushman’ (1998). She also displayed considerable versatility in family dramas like ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’ (2001).
She also featured in the romantic thriller ‘Fanaa’ (2006). Both of these films showcased her capacity for retaining emotional strength and persona on screen. Sources say that throughout the years, the actress featured in blockbuster movies like ‘My Name Is Khan’ (2010), which earned her a Filmfare Award.
Her greatest hits are ‘Dilwale’ (2015) and period drama ‘Tanhaji’ (2020). Apart from mainstream films, Kajol also appeared in the Netflix movie ‘Tribhanga’ (2021). She also had lead parts in movies such as ‘Salaam Benki’ (2022), ‘The Trial’ (2023), and ‘Do Patti’ (2024).
This demonstrates the versatility of the actress in both screen and cyber space. The actress has also done special guest roles in many big films. Kajol has been a judge on the television reality show ‘Rock-n-Roll Family’ (2008) and as a voice-over for lead characters in animated movies such as ‘Toonpur Ka Superhero’ (2010).
With a diverse set of award-winning performances, hits at the box office, and iconic team-ups with leading co-stars and filmmakers, Kajol’s extensive filmography has made her one of the preeminent stars of Indian cinema, with an exhaustive checklist of the actress’s films and television programs following below.
Movies
Year | Movie | Role | Main Actor |
1992 | Bekhudi | Radhika | Kamal Sadanah |
1993 | Baazigar | Priya Chopra | Shah Rukh Khan |
1994 | Yeh Dillagi | Sapna | Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan |
1994 | Udhaar Ki Zindagi | Sita | Jeetendra |
1995 | Karan Arjun | Sonia Saxena | Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan |
1995 | Taaqat | Kavita | Dharmendra |
1995 | Hulchul | Sharmili Sinha | Ajay Devgn |
1995 | Gundaraj | Ritu | Ajay Devgn |
1995 | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | Simran Singh | Shah Rukh Khan |
1996 | Bambai Ka Babu | Neha | Saif Ali Khan |
1997 | Minsara Kanavu (Tamil) | Priya Amalraj | Arvind Swamy, Prabhu Deva |
1997 | Gupt | Isha Diwan | Bobby Deol |
1997 | Hameshaa | Rani Sharma/Reshma | Saif Ali Khan |
1997 | Ishq | Kajal Jindal | Aamir Khan, Ajay Devgn, Juhi Chawla |
1998 | Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya | Muskaan Thakur | Salman Khan |
1998 | Duplicate | Simran Singh (special appearance) | Shah Rukh Khan |
1998 | Dushman | Naina/Sonia Sehgal | Sanjay Dutt |
1998 | Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha | Sanjana Patel | Ajay Devgn |
1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | Anjali Sharma | Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji |
1999 | Dil Kya Kare | Nandita Rai | Ajay Devgn |
1999 | Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain | Megha Verma | Anil Kapoor |
1999 | Hote Hote Pyar Ho Gaya | Pinky | Atul Agnihotri, Jackie Shroff |
2000 | Raju Chacha | Sanjana Bakshi/Anna | Ajay Devgn |
2001 | Kuch Khatti Kuch Meethi | Sweety/Tina Khanna | Suniel Shetty |
2001 | Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham | Anjali Sharma Raichand | Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan |
2003 | Kal Ho Naa Ho | Herself | Shah Rukh Khan |
2006 | Fanaa | Zooni Ali Beg | Aamir Khan |
2006 | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna | Herself | Shah Rukh Khan |
2007 | Om Shanti Om | Herself | Shah Rukh Khan |
2008 | U Me Aur Hum | Piya Mehra | Ajay Devgn |
2008 | Haal-e-dil | Herself | Amita Pathak & Nakuul Mehta |
2008 | Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi | Nargis | Shah Rukh Khan |
2010 | My Name Is Khan | Mandira Rathod Khan | Shah Rukh Khan |
2010 | We Are Family | Maya | Arjun Rampal, Kareena Kapoor |
2010 | Toonpur Ka Superhero | Priya Verma Kumar | Ajay Devgn |
2012 | Student of the Year | Herself | Varun Dhawan, Sidharth Malhotra, Alia Bhatt |
2015 | Dilwale | Meera Malik | Shah Rukh Khan |
2017 | Velaiilla Pattadhari 2 (Tamil) | Vasundhara Parameshwar | Dhanush |
2018 | Helicopter Eela | Eela Raiturkar | Riddhi Sen |
2018 | Zero | Herself | Shah Rukh Khan |
2020 | Tanhaji | Savitri Bai Malusare | Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan |
2020 | Devi (short film) | Jyoti | Shruti Haasan, Neha Dhupia |
2021 | Tribhanga | Anuradha Apte | Mithila Palkar, Tanvi Azmi |
2022 | Salaam Venky | Kolavennu Sujata Krishnan | Vishal Jethwa |
2023 | Lust Stories 2 | Devyani Singh | Kumud Mishra |
2024 | Do Patti | Vidya Jyothi Kanwar | Kriti Sanon |
2025 | Maa | Ambika | Ronit Roy |
2025 | Sarzameen | Meher Menon | Ibrahim Ali Khan |
NA | Maharagni: Queen of Queens | Maya | Prabhu Deva, Samyuktha Menon |
TV Shows
Year | TV Shows | Role |
2008 | Rock-N-Roll Family | Judge |
2023-present | The Trial | Noyonika Sengupta |
2025 | Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle | Host |
Dubbed Character
Year | Film | Dubbed character |
1999 | Taal | Anouncer |
2012 | Eega | Mother |
2018 | Incredibles 2 | Elastigirl |
Web Series
Year | Web Series | Role |
2023 | The Trial: Pyaar Kaanoon Dhokha | Noyonika Sengupta |
2024 | Do Patti | Vidya Jyothi Kanwar |
Songs
Year | Song Title | Movie | Singers |
1992 | Khat Maine Tere Naam Likha | Bekhudi | Kumar Sanu, Asha Bhosle |
1995 | Tujhe Dekha To | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | Lata Mangeshkar, Kumar Sanu |
1995 | Ho Gaya Hai Tujhko To Pyar Sajna | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | Lata Mangeshkar, Udit Narayan |
1995 | Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | Lata Mangeshkar, Udit Narayan |
1995 | Mere Khwabon Mein | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | Lata Mangeshkar |
1998 | Chanda Re Chanda Re | Dushman | Hariharan, Sadhana Sargam |
1998 | Strawberry Aankhen | Duplicate | Kavita Paudwal, K.K. |
1998 | Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha | Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha | Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik |
1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik |
2015 | Gerua | Dilwale | Arijit Singh, Antara Mitra |
2015 | Janam Janam | Dilwale | Arijit Singh, Antara Mitra |
Hobbies and Favorites
Favorite Female Singers | Lata Mangeshkar, Alka Yagnik, Shreya Ghosal, Asha Bhosle |
Favorite Actors | Shah Rukh Khan, Govinda, Salman Khan |
Favorite Actress | Madhuri Dixit, Juhi Chawla, Sridevi |
Favorite Male TikTok Stars | NA |
Favorite Female TikTok Stars | NA |
Favorite Colour | White |
Favorite Food | Fish and Chips, Malai Rice and Salt, Chinese Cuisine, Bengali Delicacies |
Dream Destination | NA |
Hobbies | Reading fiction, Dancing, Spending time with family, Gaming |
Awards
Year | Award/Category | Result |
1995 | Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Awards for Best Actress Hindi (Udhaar Ki Zindagi) | Won |
1995 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Yeh Dillagi) | Nominated |
1996 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge) | Won |
1998 | Filmfare Awards for Best Villain (Gupt: The Hidden Truth) | Won |
1998 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Performance in a Negative Role (Gupt: The Hidden Truth) | Won |
1998 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor-Female (Gupt: The Hidden Truth) | Nominated |
1998 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor in a Supporting Role-Female (Ishq) | Nominated |
1999 | Bollywood Movie Awards for Best Actress (Kuch Kuch Hota Hai) | Won |
1999 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Kuch Kuch Hota Hai) | Won |
1999 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Dushman) | Nominated |
1999 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha) | Nominated |
1999 | Screen Awards for Best Actress (Dushman) | Won |
1999 | Screen Awards for Best Actress (Kuch Kuch Hota Hai) | Nominated |
1999 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor-Female (Kuch Kuch Hota Hai) | Won |
1999 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor-Female (Dushman) | Nominated |
1999 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor-Female (Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya) | Nominated |
2000 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain) | Nominated |
2000 | International Indian Film Academy Awards for Best Actress (Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain) | Nominated |
2000 | Screen Awards for Best Actress (Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain) | Nominated |
2000 | Screen Awards for Best Supporting Actress (Dil Kya Kare) | Nominated |
2000 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor-Female (Dil Kya Kare) | Nominated |
2000 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor-Female (Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain) | Nominated |
2002 | Bollywood Movie Awards for Best Actress (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham) | Won |
2002 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham) | Won |
2002 | International Indian Film Academy Awards for Best Actress (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham) | Nominated |
2002 | Screen Awards for Best Actress (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham) | Won |
2002 | Screen Awards for Jodi No. 1 (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham) | Won |
2002 | Zee Cine Awards for Outstanding Performance-Female (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham) | Won |
2002 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor-Female (Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham) | Nominated |
2006 | Global Indian Film Awards for Best Actress (Fanaa) | Nominated |
2007 | Bollywood Movie Awards for Best Actress (Fanaa) | Nominated |
2007 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Fanaa) | Won |
2007 | International Indian Film Academy Awards for Best Actress (Fanaa) | Nominated |
2007 | Screen Awards for Best Actress (Fanaa) | Nominated |
2007 | Screen Awards for Jodi No. 1 (Fanaa) | Nominated |
2007 | Stardust Awards for Actor of the Year-Female (Fanaa) | Nominated |
2007 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor-Female (Fanaa) | Won |
2009 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (U Me Aur Hum) | Nominated |
2009 | Screen Awards for Best Actress (U Me Aur Hum) | Nominated |
2009 | Screen Awards for Best Actress Popular Choice (U Me Aur Hum) | Nominated |
2010 | Screen Awards for Best Jodi of the Decade (along with Shah Rukh Khan) | Won |
2011 | BIG Star Entertainment Awards for Film Actor of the Decade-Female | Nominated |
2011 | BIG Star Entertainment Awards for Most Entertaining Film Actor-Female (My Name Is Khan) | Nominated |
2011 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (My Name Is Khan) | Won |
2011 | Producers Guild Film Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role (My Name Is Khan) | Nominated |
2011 | Screen Awards for Best Actress (My Name Is Khan) | Nominated |
2011 | Stardust Awards for Actor of the Year-Female (My Name Is Khan) | Won |
2011 | Stardust Awards for Best Actress in a Drama (My Name Is Khan and We are Family) | Nominated |
2011 | Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor-Female (My Name Is Khan) | Nominated |
2011 | Zee Cine Awards for International Female Icon | Nominated |
2015 | Screen Awards for Best Film Marathi (Vitti Dandu) | Won |
2016 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Dilwale) | Nominated |
2016 | Screen Awards for Jodi No. 1 (Dilwale) | Won |
2021 | Filmfare OTT Awards for Best Actress Web Original Film (Tribhanga) | Nominated |
2023 | Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Salaam Venky) | Nominated |
2023 | Pinkvilla Style Icons Awards for Timeless Style Icon | Won |
Awards
Year | Country or organization | Award |
2002 | Mumbai Pradesh Youth Congress | Rajiv Gandhi Award |
2007 | iCONGO | Karamveer Puraskar |
2011 | India | Padma Shri |
2025 | Maharashtra State Film Awards | Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award |
Luxury Assest
Asset Type | Description | Estimated Value (INR) | Notes |
Residential Property | Luxurious bungalow “Shiv Shakti” in Juhu, Mumbai | 60 crore | Main family home, spacious and lavishly designed |
Residential Property | Apartment in Powai, Mumbai | Value included in total portfolio | Prime location, part of multi-property portfolio |
Residential Property | Two Apartments in Juhu (purchased in 2022) | 12 crore (combined) | Additional residential investments in Mumbai |
International Property | House in London | 54 crore | Overseas residential investment |
Commercial Property | Shop/commercial space in Goregaon | 30 crore | Recently purchased, large area shop in a prime area |
Holiday Home | House in Lonavala (shared with sister) | Undisclosed | Gift to mother, cost not publicly disclosed |
Luxury Cars | Collection including BMW X7, Audi Q7, Mercedes GLS | BMW X7 – 1.6 crore; Audi Q7 – 80.7 lakh; Mercedes GLS – 87 lakh | Includes high-end luxury vehicles gifted by husband Ajay Devgn |
Car Collection
Year Acquired | Car Model | Estimated Value (INR) |
2025 | BMW X7 M Sport | ₹1.55 crore |
2025 | BMW i7 | ₹2.20 crore |
NA | Volvo XC90 | ₹87.9 lakh |
NA | Audi Q7 | ₹80.7 lakh |
Net Worth
Bollywood actress Kajol’s net worth is estimated at about ₹240 crores by 2025. The net worth of the actress places her among Bollywood’s richest and most successful artists. The actress has a large fortune thanks to her incredibly successful career as an actress.
Sources indicate that her primary sources of income include advertising and smart real estate investments, such as multiple properties in Mumbai and abroad. Kajol possesses a lavish bungalow for about ₹60 crores.
Apart from cinema, Kajol has also ventured into production and digital streaming, increasing her income. Her consistent presence in Bollywood for more than three decades and wise investment decisions have given her a prosperous and influential presence in the industry.
Net Worth 2021 | 200 crore (approx.) |
Net Worth 2022 | 210 crore (approx.) |
Net Worth 2023 | 220 crore (approx.) |
Net Worth 2024 | 230 crore (approx.) |
Net Worth 2025 | 240 crore (approx.) |
FAQs
Who is Kajol?
Kajol is a prominent Indian actress known for roles in Bollywood films like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.
Is Kajol Bengali?
Kajol is of Bengali descent through her father but was born and raised in Mumbai.
What is the age of Kajol?
Kajol is 51 years old in 2025.
Who is Kajol’s husband?
Kajol is married to Ajay Devgn 24 February 1999.
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