Those intense brooding looks, the badass tattoos, the earth-shattering box-office records and acting chops that have been polished for over 2 decades… Ajay Devgn is one helluva superstar! A dark horse of the 90s, this desi boy slowly and subtly created a niche for himself in the world of showbiz dominated by the Khans. And as he gears up to pack a punch yet again with Drishyam that releases today, we give you 7 reasons why this man is all things awesome…
1. He’s the original stuntman of Bollywood
Son of action director Veeru Devgn, Ajay has lived quite a stunt-studded life himself. In his debut film, ‘Phool Aur Kaante’ he stood on 2 bikes, performed the perfect split and the rest, as they say, is history. Give him 2 Bikes, 2 cars, 2 trucks or for that matter even 2 horses… this daredevil can perform stunts even blindfolded.
2. His acting chops can’t be questioned
He’s a two-time National Award winner, after all (Zakham and The Legend of Bhagat Singh). Raved by the masses and approved by the critics, Ajay can be touted as one of the most versatile actors we have. In an expansive career of more than 24 years, he has done numerous films in various genres, including action, comedy and drama and has emerged as one of the most bankable stars of all time.
3. He makes mindless potboilers watchable
Hell yeah! Why else would we watch films like All The Best and Action Jackson? When Ajay Devgn comes out with a mindless masala flick, entertainment is surely guaranteed. Then there is also the crazy and hilarious Golmaal series that keeps coming back on public demand.
P.S. Golmaal 4 is on the cards too people!
4. He’s given us Bajirao Singham
Move over corrupt, pan chewing policewalas. Or for that matter even the funny, quirky and Robin Hood like Chulbul Pandey; Bajirao Singham means business. He’s righteous and he goes through tough times and understands the struggles of the common man like no other. Singham keeps our faith alive in that khakee uniform.
5. Every release is a festive one!
While the Khans continue to quarrel over reserving festivals for their release, here’s one star who can turn any Friday into an eventful one. And if he gets his hand on a festive Friday, well, then an earth shattering box-office collection is guaranteed.
6. His dialoguebaazi
Did you even know what ‘Ata Majhi Satakli’ meant before Singham said it? He has a knack for making his dialogue iconic. There are so many more from down the years but we’d leave it at ‘Bas dua mein yaad rakhna’
7. Because of those eyes. Period.
Those smouldering glares are bound to have an effect on you. Their intensity can send a chill down your spine and their heartfelt adoration can make you go weak in the knees. Enough said!