Kajol, a popular actress in Bollywood, is known for her bubbly and energetic personality, which is evident in almost all of her films. She debuted in the 90s and quickly became a favorite, with audiences appreciating her unique style. Throughout her career, Kajol has starred in numerous hit and blockbuster movies, often in leading roles. Born in Mumbai on August 5, 1974, Kajol’s father was filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee, and her mother is actress Tanuja. She began her film journey with the 1992 release ‘Bekhudi.’ Following that, she appeared in many films, some of which became massive blockbusters.
The films not only earned a lot of money at the box office but also resonated deeply with people. As Kajol celebrates her 51st birthday, here’s a look at her 5 blockbuster movies:
‘Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior’: Released in 2020, the film starred Ajay Devgn and Kajol in lead roles, directed by Om Raut and produced by Ajay Devgn. According to Bollywood Hungama, the film had a lifetime collection of 279.55 crores and was a blockbuster.
‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’: Released in 2001, this film featured Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, and Jaya Bachchan in key roles. The film included a love story between Shah Rukh and Kajol, alongside a family drama. According to Bollywood Hungama, the film had a lifetime collection of 55.65 crores and was a blockbuster.
‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’: Released in 1998, the film starred Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji. Salman Khan also made a guest appearance. Directed by Karan Johar, it had a lifetime collection of 46.87 crores, making it a blockbuster.
‘Karan Arjun’: Released in 1995, this film was directed and produced by Rakesh Roshan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Salman Khan, and Mamta Kulkarni. According to Bollywood Hungama, the film had a lifetime collection of 25.29 crores and was a blockbuster.
‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’: Released in 1995, directed and produced by Aditya Chopra, this film starred Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, and their pairing was a hit. The story and songs continue to touch people’s hearts even today. According to Bollywood Hungama, the film earned a lifetime collection of 53.31 crores and became an all-time blockbuster. It set several records that are still difficult to break. The film is still running in a theater in Mumbai.