Ajay Devgn’s Father Veeru Devgan Passes Away At 85

Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn’s father Veeru Devgan has passed away due to age-related issues in Mumbai on May 27. He was 85. He will be remembered as a stunt director in Bollywood movies.

Born in Amritsar, Devgan was behind the fight and action scenes for over 80 Hindi films including 'Phool Aur Kaante' (1991), 'Mr India' (1987), and 'Himmatwala' (1983) among various others.

He even directed 'Hindustan Ki Kasam' in 1999, which starred Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay and Manisha Koirala in lead roles.

Trade analyst Taran Adarsh broke the news on Twitter and revealed that the funeral will take place at 6 pm today in Mumbai.

Veeru Devgan passed away this morning ... Father of Ajay Devgn... Veeru ji was an accomplished action director... Also directed #HindustanKiKasam, starring son Ajay with Amitabh Bachchan... Funeral will be held today at 6 pm... Heartfelt condolences to Devgn family.

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) May 27, 2019

Veeru Devgan introduced his son Ajay Devgn in Bollywood with 'Phool Aur Kante'.

RIP Veeru Devgan ji. ????Just came to know about this sad news. As an Action Director always ahead of his times & as human being par excellence. I became a stuntman with his blessings on 8th August, 1980 as he signed my application to become a stuntman & made me part of his team.

— Sham kaushal (@ShamKaushal) May 27, 2019