Veeru Devgan
Indian action-director (1934–2019) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Veeru Devgan (born Virender Harjidas Devgan; 25 June 1934 – 27 May 2019) was an Indian action choreographer, film director, and producer known for his work in Hindi cinema. Over the course of his career, he contributed to more than 200 films, with notable titles including Roti Kapada Aur Makaan (1974), Mr. Natwarlal (1979), Kranti (1981), Prem Rog (1982), Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985), Phool Aur Kaante (1991) and Jigar (1992).[1][2]
Veeru Devgan | |
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Devgan with his daughter in-law Kajol at the Zee Cine Awards in 2016 | |
| Born | Virender Harjidas Devgan 25 June 1934 |
| Died | 27 May 2019 (aged 84) |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 1974–2019 |
| Organisation | Devgan Films |
| Known for | Hindustan Ki Kasam (1999) |
| Spouse |
Veena Devgan (m. 1968) |
| Children | 3 (Ajay Devgn, Kavita Devgan Vaswani, Neelam Devgan Gandhi) |
| Relatives | Devgan family |
He was the father of actor Ajay Devgn.
Personal life
Born into the Devgan family in Amritsar, he was married to Veena, and had three children with her, including actor Ajay Devgn.[3]
Devgan, who rarely made public appearances, was last seen at the special screening of his son's film Total Dhamaal in February 2019.[4]
He choreographed fight and action scenes for over 80 different Hindi films including Mr. Natwarlal, Ek Khiladi Bawan Pattey, Phool Aur Kaante, Jigar, Dil Kya Kare etc. He also acted in the 1981 film Kranti in a small role.
Devgan even ventured into direction with 1999 film Hindustan Ki Kasam which starred his son Ajay Devgn, Amitabh Bachchan, Manisha Koirala and Sushmita Sen.[5]
Death
Veeru Devgan died in the morning of 27 May 2019 in Mumbai, aged 84. Veeru Devgan had not been well for a while and old age and poor health made his health condition worse. He was suffering from breathing problems after which he was immediately admitted to the Surya Hospital, Santa Cruz. However, his condition got critical and resulted in cardiac arrest.[6]
Releasing an official statement, the family said, 'With profound grief and sorrow, we regret to inform that Veeru Devgan, father of Ajay Devgan died. Funeral was held at Vile Parle West Crematorium at 6:00 pm on 27 May 2019.'[7]
Filmography
As action director
- Gair (1999)
- Lal Baadshah (1999)
- Itihaas (1997)
- Ishq (1997)[8]
- Sanam (1997)
- Diljale (1996)[9]
- Prem Granth (1996)
- Jaan (1996)
- Haqeeqat (1995)
- Prem (1995)
- The Don (1995)
- Chauraha (1994)
- Dilwale (1994)
- Divya Shakti (1993)
- Chandra Mukhi (1993)
- Gurudev (1993)
- Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja (1993)[10]
- King Uncle (1993)
- Jai Kaali (1992)
- Qurbani Rang Layegi (1991)
- Phool Aur Kaante (1991)[11]
- Dancer (1991)
- Henna (1991)[12]
- Pyar Hua Chori Chori (1991)
- Kurbaan (1991)
- Benaam Badsha (1991)
- Paap Ki Aandhi (1991)
- Veeru Dada (1990)
- Sheshnaag (1990)
- Kishen Kanhaiya (1990)[13]
- Doodh Ka Karz (1990)
- Aaj Ka Arjun (1990)
- Izzatdaar (1990)
- Amiri Garibi (1990)
- Ladaai (1989)
- Shehzaade (1989)
- Tridev (1989)[14]
- Prem Pratigyaa (1989)
- Mar Mitenge (1989)
As an actor
- Kranti (1981)[15]
- Sourabh (1979)
- Singhasan (1986)
- Sar Utha Ke Jio (1979)
- Mr. Natwarlal (1979)[16]
As producer
- Hindustan Ki Kasam (1999)
- Dil Kya Kare (1999)[17]
- Singhasan (1986)
As Assistant Director
- Vishwatma (1992; co-producer)
- Mera Pati Sirf Mera Hai (1990; action director)
As director
- Hindustan Ki Kasam (1999)[18]
As Writer
References
External links
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