On May 27, 2019, Ajay Devgn's father and ace action director, Veeru Devgan, passed away after a cardiac arrest. He was suffering from breathing problems and was admitted to the Surya Hospital in Santacruz, Mumbai. His condition got critical that led to cardiac arrest.

Devgn had then taken to his Twitter account to thank everyone for their prayers and support. He wrote- "We are grateful to all of you for the way you have shared our loss. Thank you all for the prayers and support. [sic]"