Anil Devgan
Anil Devgan (died 5 October 2020) was an Indian filmmaker, screenwriter and the son of Prem Prakash Devgan,[1] and cousin brother of actor Ajay Devgan,[2] and cousin brother-in-law of actress Kajol. He also tried his hand at directing, and directed his brother in two of his films: Raju Chacha and Blackmail. He died at the age of 51 due to cardiac arrest at night on 5 October 2020[3][4]
Anil Devgan | |
|---|---|
| Born | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Died | 5 October 2020 (aged 51) Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Film Director, Screenwriter |
| Years active | 1996–2020 |
| Relatives | See Devgan family |
Personal life
He was born to Prem Prakash Devgan, was the cousin brother of actor Ajay Devgan[5] and cousin brother in law of actress Kajol. He studied in Kendriya Vidyalaya in Delhi. From a young age, he had a creative mind fascinated by stories and had the passion to tell them. He was an avid music lover and was trained in Tabla and Martial Arts. After graduating in 1989 from Bhagat Singh College, New Delhi he joined the film industry after being encouraged by Ajay Devgan and assisted on many movies with directors Sunil Agnihotri, Anees Bazmee and Raj Kanwar before finally making his debut as a director in 2000. He was married and had one son.
Career
He is best known for his work as a director for the path-breaking films Raju Chacha (2000), Blackmail (2005) and Haal-e-Dil (2008). He has worked with his brother Ajay Devgan in Raju Chacha and sister in law Kajol in Blackmail. Raju Chacha was one of the most expensive films of those times and for the first time in Bollywood history a lot of animation was used. It had a major worldwide opening with the biggest premiere for a film then in Los Angeles. Raju Chacha got Screen award for best animation and was nominated for best action and best film, and for best art direction. Music was path breaking as it was very different from other films of that time.The film was a huge flop as per boxofficeindia.com as against a budget of Rs 25 crores, it made a net collection of Rs 10.7 crores only. It received mixed reviews but mainly appreciation of Anil's work. The Hindu stated, 'Raju Chacha is touted as a film for children because of 'courage comes in all sizes.' Planet Bollywood said 'The film is very well done with great special effects. Direction of a first-timer is adequate. He shows great promise as a director.' He was also the creative director in 'Son of Sardar' and also in 'Shivaay'.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Notes | Starring |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Jeet | Assistant Director | Sunny Deol, Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor |
| 1996 | Jaan | Assistant Director | Ajay Devgan, Twinkle Khanna |
| 1997 | Itihaas | Assistant Director | Ajay Devgan, Twinkle Khanna |
| 1998 | Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha | Assistant Director | Ajay Devgan, Kajol |
| 1999 | Hindustan Ki Kasam | Assistant Director | Ajay Devgan, Sushmita Sen, Manisha Koirala |
| 2000 | Raju Chacha | Director | Ajay Devgan, Kajol, Rishi Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt |
| 2005 | Blackmail | Director | Ajay Devgan, Sunil Shetty, Priyanka Chopra, Diya Mirza |
| 2008 | Haal-e-dil | Director | Amita Pathak, Nakuul Mehta |
| 2012 | Son of Sardaar | Creative Director (Final Film) | Ajay Devgan, Sonakshi Sinha |
References
- "Anil Devgan News: Ajay Devgn's Cousin brother Died due to Cardiac Arrest". S A NEWS. 7 October 2020. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
- "Ajay Devgn's cousin Anil Devgan dies at 51". The Indian Express. 7 October 2020. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
- https://www.hindustantimes.com/bollywood/ajay-devgn-s-brother-anil-devgan-dies-actor-says-his-untimely-demise-has-left-our-family-heartbroken/story-RFxrDOlbIP0ZDx5mRcyB7N.html
- https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/ajay-devgns-brother-anil-dies-no-prayer-meet-because-of-pandemic-says-the-actor-2305991
- MumbaiOctober 6, Jyoti Kanyal; October 6, 2020UPDATED; Ist, 2020 16:36. "Ajay Devgn's cousin Anil Devgan dies at 51 in Mumbai". India Today. Retrieved 17 October 2020.CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)