Veeru Devgan facts for kids
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Veeru Devgan
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Devgan with his daughter in-law Kajol at the Zee Cine Awards in 2016
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| Born | 25 June 1934 |
| Died | 27 May 2019 (aged 84) |
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| Years active | 1974–2019 |
| Known for | Hindustan Ki Kasam (1999) |
| Spouse(s) |
Veena Devgan
(m. 1968) |
| Children | 3 (Ajay Devgn, Kavita Devgan Vaswani, Neelam Devgan Gandhi) |
| Relatives | Devgan family |
Veeru Devgan was a famous Indian action choreographer, actor, and film director. He worked in many Bollywood movies. He helped create exciting action scenes for over 200 films! He was also the father of the well-known actor, Ajay Devgn. Veeru Devgan lived from June 25, 1934, to May 27, 2019.
About Veeru Devgan's Life
Veeru Devgan was born in Amritsar. He was part of the famous Devgan family in the film industry. He was married to Veena Devgan. They had three children together. One of their children is the popular actor, Ajay Devgn.
Veeru Devgan usually kept a low profile. He was not often seen in public. His last public appearance was in February 2019. This was at a special movie screening. It was for his son's film, Total Dhamaal.
His Amazing Work in Films
Veeru Devgan was a master at choreographing action scenes. He designed fights and stunts for over 80 Hindi films. Some of these exciting movies include Mr. Natwarlal, Phool Aur Kaante, and Jigar. His work made these films thrilling to watch.
He also acted in a few movies. He had a small role in the 1981 film Kranti. Besides action and acting, he also directed films. In 1999, he directed Hindustan Ki Kasam. This movie starred his son, Ajay Devgn, along with Amitabh Bachchan, Manisha Koirala, and Sushmita Sen.
Veeru Devgan's Passing
Veeru Devgan passed away on May 27, 2019. He was 84 years old. He had been unwell for some time. His health got worse due to old age. He had trouble breathing and was taken to Surya Hospital in Mumbai. Sadly, his condition became very serious. He then had a cardiac arrest.
His family released a statement. They shared the sad news of his death. His funeral was held later that day. It took place at the Vile Parle West Crematorium.
Movies He Worked On
As an Action Director
Veeru Devgan created the action for many films. Here are some of them:
- Lal Baadshah (1999)
- Ishq (1997)
- Mahaanta (1997)
- Itihaas (1997)
- Sanam (1997)
- PremGranth (1996)
- Jaan (1996)
- Haqeeqat (1995)
- Prem (1995)
- Dilwale (1994)
- Divya Shakti (1993)
- Gurudev (1993)
- King Uncle (1993)
- Jigar (1992)
- Phool Aur Kaante (1991)
- Dancer (1991)
- Henna Ke Saat Humbistri (1991)
- Kurbaan (1991)
- Benaam Badsha (1991)
- Paap Ki Aandhi (1991)
- Qurbani Rang Layegi (1991)
- Gair (1990)
- Amiri Garibi (1990)
- Veeru Dada (1990)
- Baap Numbri Beta Dus Numbri (1990)
- Shehzaade (1989)
- Sikka (1989)
- Bhutacha Bhau (1989) a Marathi film.
- Tridev (1989)
- Prem Pratigyaa (1989)
- Ilaaka (1989)
- Paap Ko Jalaa Kar Raakh Kar Doonga (1988)
- Tamacha (1988)
- Shahenshah (1988)
- Khatron Ke Khiladi (1988)
- Khoon Bhari Maang (1988)
- Sone Pe Suhaaga (1988)
- Jaan Hatheli Pe (1987)
- Mr India (1987)
- Aakhree Raasta (1986)
- Jeeva (1986)
- Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985)
- Pataal Bhairavi (1985)
- Patthar Dil (1985)
- Inquilaab (1984)
- Boxer (1984)
- Bade Dil Wala (1983)
- Jeet Hamaari (1983)
- Himmatwala (1983)
- Pukar (1983)
- Prem Rog (1982)
- Johnny I Love You (1982)
- Justice Chaudhury (1982)
- Meri Aawaz Suno (1981)
- Biwi-O-Biwi: The Fun-Film (1981)
- Kranti (1981)
- Hum Paanch (1980)
- Dostana (1980)
- Do Aur Do Paanch (1980)
- Mr. Natwarlal (1979)
- Satyam Shivam Sundaram: Love Sublime (1978)
- Khoon Pasina (1977)
- Inkaar (1977)
- Dus Numbri (1976)
- Khel Khel Mein (1975)
- Roti Kapda Aur Makaan (1974)
- Hum Se Barh Kar Kaun
- Hoshiyar
- Mawaali
- Qaidi
- Ghar Ek Mandir
- Swarag Se Sunder
- Sattay Pe Satta
- Khilaaf
- Ghazab
- Loha
- Jaani Dost'
- Qayamat
- Prem Pritigya
- Charnon Ki Saugandh
- Pyar Ka Mandir
- Pyar Ka Devta
- Divya Shakti
- Phool Aur Kantay
- Meri Aawaaz Suno
- Mulzim
- Aag Aur Shola
- Maqsad
- Maha Shakti Maan
- Pataal Bhairavi
- Singhasan
- Farz Aur Kanoon
- Andha Kanoon
- Dharam Aur Kanoon
- Shiva Ka Insaaf
- Be Panha
- Nishaan
- Aaj Ka Daur
- Mard Ki Zabaan
- Dosti Dushmani
- Bhagwaan Dada
- Khud Gharz
- Khoon Bhari Maang
- Shahensha
- Sher Dil
- Insaaf ki Pukar
- Tridev
- Vishwatma
- Mahaan
- Pyar Hua Chori Chori
- Main Inteqaam Longa
- Platform
- Baazi
- Kaamyaab
- Kaala Bazaar
- Benaam Badshah
- Krishan Kanhaiya
- Khuddaar
- Izzatdaar
- Jigar
- Justice Chaudhary
- Mera Saathi
- Aasmaan
- Woh Jo Hasina
- Dau Paich
- Ilaaqa
- Badd Aur Badnaam
- Muqaddar
- Aakhri Raasta
- Ham Se Hai Zamana
- Andar Bahar
- Pathar
- Gharana
- Desh Premee
- Jalaa Kar Raakh Dunga
- Larayee
- Watan Ke Rakhwalay
- Balidaan
- Samraat
- Ek Hi Raasta
- Phool Aur Kaantay
- Diljale
- Dilwale
- Jaan
- Vijay Path
- Jaan Hatheli Per
- Himmat Aur Mehnat
- Nafrat Ki Aandhi
- Janwar
- Alag Alag
- Mar Mitenge
- Ram Teri Ganga Meli
- Sitamgar
- Waqt Ki Aawaaz
- Aaj Ka Arjun
- Hindustan Ki Kasam
As an Actor
- Kranti (1981)
- Sourabh (1979)
- Singhasan(1986)
- Sar Utha Ke Jio (1979)
- Mr. Natwarlal (1979)
As a Producer
- Hindustan Ki Kasam (1999)
- Dil Kya Kare (1999)
- Singhasan (1986)
As an Assistant Director
- Vishwatma (1992; co-producer)
- Mera Pati Sirf Mera Hai (1990; action director)
As a Director
- Hindustan Ki Kasam (1999)
As a Writer
- Jigar (1992) (idea)
