If you have to think about a Bollywood best friends duo,your mind will surely bang upon Tabu and Ajay. Tabu has been a part of numerous blockbuster films until now. She has acted in nine films with actor Ajay Devgn itself. Here are some of the most noteworthy films of the duo.
1. Vijaypath (1994) This was the debut of the duo together for a film. Reportedly, late actor Divya Bharti was booked for playing the female lead but due to her untimely death, the makers had to rope in Tabu for the film. The film went on to become one of the biggest hits of the year.
2. Drishyam (2015)
Drishyam was the official Hindi remake of the 2013 Malayalam film of the same name. The film starred Tabu and Ajay Devgan and Shriya Saran. Drishyam opened to positive reviews from the critics and the audiences. It was a huge hit at the box office and reportedly crossed the ‘100 crore mark. Interestingly the best friends duo were at loggerheads in their films due to opposite characters.
3. Haqeeqat (1995)
Tabu played the role of Ajay Devgn’s love interest in the 1995 film. The film was helmed by Kuku Kohli and also starred Amrish Puri, Rami Reddy, Johnny Lever and Aruna Irani in supporting roles. The film was a blockbuster shortly after its release and is still one of the highest-grossing films in Bollywood.
4. Golmaal Again (2017)
Tabu and Ajay Devgn again shared screen together for the Rohit Shetty directorial. The film was the fourth instalment in the superhit Golmaal franchise. The film had an ensemble cast of Parineeti Chopra, Tusshar Kapoor, Kunal Khemu, Shreyas Talpade and Johnny Lever in pivotal roles. The film was one of the highest-grossing films of 2017.
5. Drishyam 2 (2022)
The sequel of the blockbuster Drishyam again reunited the duo for eighth time on screens. The film proved to end the dry spell of Bollywood.
Recently the Bollywood Friends finished the shooting for their 9 tu film together “Bholaa”. Helmed by Ajay Devgan the film portrays Tabu as a cop woman. Giving back to back hits is not an easy job. What are the reasons that Tabu and Ajay Devgn’a magic works well with the audiences? Have you ever guessed why do you get to see them often together ?
Well these are some stories that they act together well.
Old friendship In an interview Tabu revealed that Ajay Devgn was one of her close friends during her growing up years. “He was my cousin Sameer Arya’s neighbour and close buddy, a part of my growing up years and that has laid the foundation of our relationship. When I was young, Sameer and Ajay would spy on me, follow me around and threaten to beat up any boys who were caught talking to me. They were the big bullies and if I am single today, it is because of Ajay. I hope he repents and regrets what he did”. She blames him for her singlehood :). Because of their old bond and friendship they agreed to do many films.
Tabu Was Instrumental For Ajay Choosing Acting as A Career
Tabu revealed once in Kapil Sharma Show that Ajay never wanted to become an actor. However, she is glad that he changed his mind as they have a number of hit films together. She was instrumental in making Ajay choose an acting path . Therefore due to the understanding and maybe same flavour for films make them nod to act together.
They Both Have Common Taste
Ajay Devgan and Tabu’s chemistry is very well known in the industry. Also their style of choosing films is also somewhat similar. They love action packed and unique storylines. That’s why Tabu acted in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 and Ajay acted in Thank God. They both also don’t have problems even in doing cameos.
Associated With Mostly Same Production Houses, Both Ajay and Tabu are associated with mostly the same production houses that tends them to do pictures of the same venture.
Well these can be some reasons that our favourite best friend duo act together. What are your views on it ?
Article by Sujal Sharma