Kajol is one of the most beloved actresses in Indian cinema, a defining star of the 1990s whose career has stayed remarkably relevant for more than three decades. From her blockbuster romances of the nineties to her acclaimed performances in the 2000s and 2010s, she has headlined films for generations of moviegoers.
Known for her expressive eyes, effortless charm and fearless acting choices, Kajol has starred in landmark films such as Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and My Name Is Khan. In 2025 she returned to the big screen in the lead role of Maa, proving once again that she remains one of Bollywood's most bankable and respected names.
Early Life
Born Kajol Mukherjee on 5 August 1974 in Mumbai, she is 52 years old. She was born into the celebrated Mukherjee-Samarth film family: her mother is actress Tanuja, her father was filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee, and her aunt was the legendary actress Nutan. She married actor Ajay Devgn on 24 February 1999, and the couple has two children, Nysa and Yug.
Career
Kajol made her acting debut with Bekhudi (1992) and had her breakthrough with Baazigar (1993). She then delivered a string of era-defining hits, including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Gupt (1997), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Dushman (1998), Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001), Fanaa (2006), My Name Is Khan (2010), Dilwale (2015) and Tanhaji (2020). Songs from her films remain fan favourites, including the evergreen Tujhe Dekha To lyrics from DDLJ.
She starred opposite Shah Rukh Khan in several of her biggest hits, including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, My Name Is Khan and Dilwale — read the Shah Rukh Khan biography for more on her most famous co-star. She also appeared alongside Salman Khan in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai; see our Salman Khan biography as well.
On OTT, she earned praise for Tribhanga (2021), The Trial (2023) and Do Patti (2024). Her trophy cabinet includes six Filmfare Awards — a record-tying five Best Actress wins plus one for Best Performance in a Negative Role for Gupt — the Padma Shri in 2011 and the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award in 2025.
Recent Work
Kajol headlined the mythological horror film Maa in the lead role; it released on 27 June 2025. She also appeared in Sarzameen, which premiered on JioHotstar on 25 July 2025. Next up is the multi-language action film Maharagni: Queen of Queens, co-starring Prabhudeva — the teaser is out, according to reports. She also featured in a News18 interview in March 2026.
Personal Life
Kajol has been married to actor Ajay Devgn since 24 February 1999. The couple has two children, daughter Nysa and son Yug. She keeps her family life largely private, letting her work take the spotlight. To learn more about her husband, read our Ajay Devgn biography.
Watch the Official Video
Watch the official "Gerua" video from Dilwale below. For more on the voice behind the song, read our Arijit Singh biography.
"Gerua" official video (Sony Music India)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kajol's age?
Kajol was born on 5 August 1974, so she is 52 years old.
What are her most famous films?
Her most famous films include Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001) and My Name Is Khan (2010).
Who is her husband?
She is married to actor Ajay Devgn since 24 February 1999, and they have two children, Nysa and Yug.
What is her recent film Maa?
Maa is a mythological horror film released on 27 June 2025, with Kajol in the lead role.
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