Kajol
About Kajol
Kajol (born Kajol Mukherjee, 5 August 1974), also known by her married name Kajol Devgan, is an Indian film actress, who predominantly works in Hindi cinema. Born in Mumbai to the Mukherjee-Samarth family, she is the daughter of actress Tanuja Samarth and late filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee. Regarded as one of India's most successful and highest-paid actresses, Kajol is the recipient of numerous accolades, including six Filmfare Awards, among twelve nominations. Along with her late aunt Nutan, she holds the record for most Best Actress wins at Filmfare, with five. In 2011, the Government of India awarded her with the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour of the country.
After making her acting debut in the 1992 romance Bekhudi, with her mother Kajol had her first commercial success with the 1993 thriller Baazigar. She rose to prominence by featuring as the female lead in five of India's annually top-grossing romances—Yeh Dillagi (1994), Ishq (1997), Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998), Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha (1998) and Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain (1999)—and received wide critical recognition for playing against type in the 1997 mystery film Gupt: The Hidden Truth, that earned her a Filmfare Award for Best Villain, and the 1998 psychological thriller Dushman. Her acclaimed portrayal of a conservative NRI in the blockbuster romance Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), a tomboy in the blockbuster romance Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), a lower middle class Punjabi woman in the blockbuster melodrama Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... (2001), a blind Kashmiri woman in the romantic thriller Fanaa (2006) and a divorced, single mother in the drama My Name Is Khan (2010) garnered her five Filmfare Awards for Best Actress. Following a five-year sabbatical from full-time acting in 2001, Kajol received praise for portraying the lead female roles in the dramas U Me Aur Hum (2008) and We Are Family (2010), and the comedy Dilwale (2015).
In addition to acting in films, Kajol is a social activ
Filmography(11)
| Film | Release Date | Role | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
Sarzameen Drama | 25 Jul 2025 | Meher | Average |
 Maa Horror | 20 Jun 2025 | Ambika | Released |
 Do Patti Thriller | 24 Oct 2024 | Vidya Jyothi (VJ) | Released |
 Lust Stories 2 Drama | 29 Jun 2023 | Devyani Singh | Released |
 Salaam Venky Drama | 9 Dec 2022 | Sujata | Released |
 Tribhanga Drama | 15 Jan 2021 | Anuradha Apte | Hit |
 Devi Drama | 2 Mar 2020 | Jyoti | Hit |
 Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior Action | 10 Jan 2020 | Savitribai Malusare | Released |
 Zero Romance | 21 Dec 2018 | Self (Special Appearance) | Released |
 Helicopter Eela Drama | 12 Oct 2018 | Eela Raiturkar | Released |
 Dilwale Crime | 18 Dec 2015 | Meera Malik | Released |
Career Timeline
11 films · Debut 2015
Frequent Co-stars(8)
Trailers(7)
Kajol – Career & Contributions to Hindi Cinema
Kajol is one of bollywood's celebrated actors, having contributed to 11 hindi films in the hindi film industry (popularly known as bollywood), headquartered in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Throughout their career, Kajol has collaborated with some of bollywood's finest artists, including Ajay Devgn, Kanika Dhillon, Konkona Sen Sharma. These on-screen partnerships have resonated strongly with bollywood audiences.
Kajol has worked across multiple genres in hindi cinema, including Drama, Action, Thriller, Romance, Comedy, Mystery. This versatility has made them a sought-after name across all kinds of bollywood productions.
Kajol made their hindi film debut in 2015 with the film Dilwale. Since then, they have steadily grown into one of bollywood's most recognised faces, building a loyal fanbase across Odisha and among the global bollywood diaspora.
Follow Kajol's complete filmography, songs, trailers and box office records on The Cinema Verse — the most comprehensive bollywood cinema database online.
FAQs about Kajol
How many hindi films has Kajol acted in?▼
Kajol has been part of 11 hindi films in bollywood, spanning genres such as Drama, Thriller, Action.
What is Kajol's most popular hindi film?▼
Kajol's notable hindi films include "Sarzameen", "Maa", "Do Patti". Visit each movie page on The Cinema Verse for detailed cast, songs and review information.
What is Kajol's role in hindi cinema?▼
Kajol works as a Actor in the hindi film industry (bollywood). Kajol (born Kajol Mukherjee, 5 August 1974), also known by her married name Kajol Devgan, is an Indian film actress, who predominantly works in Hindi ...
When did Kajol debut in bollywood?▼
Kajol made their bollywood debut in 2015 with the film "Dilwale".
What genres has Kajol worked in?▼
Kajol has worked in Drama (10 films), Action (3 films), Thriller (2 films), Romance (2 films), Comedy (2 films), Mystery (1 film) in their hindi film career.