He's being hailed as the hottest selling ace of 2010. Undisputably, this year has been a trump card of sorts in the shuffle of cinebiz, where fortunes change rapidly every Friday.
Ajay Devgn proudly strides to the fore as an actor who's served up four winners: 'Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge'; 'Raajneeti'; 'Golmaal 3' and 'Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai', that have grossed around Rs. 350 crores! And what's better they all showcase the two time National Award winning actor in varied roles.
States a trade analyst, "In a year that has seen only about 12 hits among a 130 off films that made it to cinemas, Ajay Devgn's box office contribution has been the maximum so far."
Devgn's cup of happiness is overflowing on the personal front too, as the actor became a proud father, second time around, this time to son Yug.
Capitalising on the success crest to the fullest, Devgn has reportedly doubled his remumeration and has turned more choosy on nodding assent to flicks, unless he is convinced about their potential.
An elatd Devgn told the media, "I have practically been living out of a suitcase in 2010. But what's heartening is that all those days and nights of hard work have paid off in the best manner. I get so many congratulatory messages on my cellphone and normally, an actor is either rewarded with a compliment or cheque. This year, I've been doubly rewarded. Distributors have also told me that my films have made the largest contribution to the box office success of 2010 and that really makes me feel immensely proud. What is better, is that the media has praised all the four films of mine, in which I had completely diverse roles."
