Kajol, celebrated for her vivacious on-screen presence, has charmed audiences since her debut. Her spirited performances in various films, particularly those from the 90s, cemented her popularity. With a career marked by numerous hits, Kajol has consistently delivered memorable performances in leading roles. Born in Mumbai on August 5, 1974, to filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee and actress Tanuja, Kajol entered Bollywood with the 1992 film ‘Bekhudi.’ This marked the beginning of a journey filled with success, with several films achieving blockbuster status.
These movies not only performed exceptionally well at the box office but also left a lasting impact on viewers. As Kajol marks her 51st birthday, let’s revisit her 5 most successful films:
‘Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior’: Released in 2020, the film featured Ajay Devgn and Kajol in leading roles, directed by Om Raut and produced by Ajay Devgn. It earned a lifetime collection of 279.55 crores, as reported by Bollywood Hungama, and was a blockbuster hit.
‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’: This 2001 release starred Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, and Jaya Bachchan. The film combined a love story with a family drama. According to Bollywood Hungama, the film’s lifetime collection was 55.65 crores, earning it blockbuster status.
‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’: Released in 1998, the film starred Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji, with a guest appearance by Salman Khan. Directed by Karan Johar, it achieved a lifetime collection of 46.87 crores, making it a blockbuster.
‘Karan Arjun’: Released in 1995, directed and produced by Rakesh Roshan, the film featured Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Salman Khan, and Mamta Kulkarni. It had a lifetime collection of 25.29 crores and was another blockbuster hit.
‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’: Released in 1995, directed and produced by Aditya Chopra, this film featured the iconic pairing of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol. It remains a beloved classic. The film’s lifetime collection was 53.31 crores, and it became an all-time blockbuster, setting records that are still unbeaten. It continues to run in a Mumbai theater to this day.