Ajay Devgn Recalls Harrowing Skydiving Incident, Reveals He Saw Man Dying: His Parachute Didn't Open And...

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can forget Ajay Devgn’s legendary entry scene in his debut film Phool Aur Kaante? Over the years, Ajay has become synonymous with high-octane action, a legacy that perhaps stems from his father, Veeru Devgn, one of the most respected action directors in the industry. During the promotions of De De Pyaar De 2, his co-star R. Madhavan revealed that Ajay’s daredevil spirit is very much alive even today.

R Madhavan shares details about Ajay's fearlessness

In a candid conversation with BookMyShow, Madhavan shared an astonishing detail about Ajay’s fearlessness. “He has jumped out of a plane, skydiving, without any practice. He’s done it for a movie,” he said, leaving everyone surprised. His comment prompted Ajay to recount a harrowing memory from one of his earliest skydiving experiences—an incident that has stayed with him for years.Ajay recalled, “As soon as I reached, I saw someone fall because his parachute didn’t open, and he died—right in front of me. And it was me next.” The chilling moment, he said, shook him deeply but also reminded him of the inherent dangers behind such stunts that actors often perform in pursuit of authenticity.ALSO READ: Children's Day 2025: Kajol, Ajay Devgn Treat Fans To Unseen Pics With 'Jigar Ke Tukde' Nysa, Yug; Pen Special NoteHe went on to reveal another shocking detail about the same skydiving facility. According to Ajay, it was the site of a near-tragic incident involving Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio. “Something similar happened with Leonardo DiCaprio, but his instructor jumped after him and saved his life. You’ll even find a message from him there that reads: ‘Thanks for saving my life,’” Ajay said.

About De De Pyaar De 2

Meanwhile, De De Pyaar De 2, which hit theatres on Friday, picks up exactly where the 2019 film left off. The story follows Aashish and Ayesha (played by Rakul Preet Singh) as they continue to navigate the challenges of their age-gap relationship. However, this time, the real struggle lies in winning over her family. While the original film was directed by Akiv Ali, the sequel has been helmed by Anshul Sharma.