Before Ajay Devgn, Kajol had a huge crush on THIS actor, romanced him in one film, his name is…, their movie was…

Kajol’s journey—from teenage crushes and early fame to marriage, motherhood, and a chilling new horror release, reveals a life full of surprises.

We often get to know some major tea from one of our favourite shows, Koffee With Karan, and we’re always more than excited for every episode. In the last season of Koffee With Karan, we saw Kajol and Ajay Devgn—and yes, we did get to know something!

Kajol stepped onto Bollywood’s stage at just 16 with the 1992 film Bekhudi. Her unapologetic charm and captivating presence quickly carved out her niche. Today, she’s not only Ajay Devgn’s wife and mother of two but also a leading name in Indian cinema.

Before Ajay, there was… 

You may be surprised to learn that Kajol’s first Bollywood crush wasn’t Ajay Devgn—but Akshay Kumar. Director Karan Johar revealed on The Kapil Sharma Show, “I remember Kajol had a crush on Akshay Kumar.” That infatuation was real: Kajol and Akshay co-starred in only one film, Ye Dillagi (1994), yet their chemistry sparked a viral clip that resurfaced online, showing Kajol repeatedly stealing glances at “Akki.”

“I remember Kajol had a crush on Akshay Kumar.” — Karan Johar

Watch the old video here

A resurfaced video from Ye Dillagi has made rounds on social media, capturing Kajol’s lingering stares at Akshay. Audiences continue to be charmed by her youthful fascination, which has become a nostalgic internet moment for fans of ’90s Bollywood.

Kajol’s friendship with Karan Johar also started on that set. Johar recounts seeing Kajol searching the crowd for Akshay during the filming of Hina. “He noticed that Kajol was looking for someone—and it wasn’t me; it was Akshay,” Johar shared. The shared search sparked not romance, but a strong creative camaraderie that continues to this day.

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Kajol’s recent film

Now, Kajol is venturing into the supernatural. In her upcoming horror film Maa, set for release on 27 June 2025 in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Bengali, she embraces a new, chilling persona. Promoting the film through various events, Kajol is preparing fans for her return to theatres—this time far removed from teenage crushes and romantic dramas.

Kajol’s story—starting as a bold teen, blossoming into a leading lady, wife, and mom, and now evolving into a horror-film protagonist—reflects her versatility and enduring appeal. From glancing at Akshay Kumar to blazing her trail, Kajol remains one of Bollywood’s most compelling figures.