Mumbai, April 4 -- Remembering legendary actor Manoj Kumar, Ajay Devgn penned a heartfelt note in beloved memory of the 'Kranti' star.

Ajay recalled how his father, late Veeru Devgan, got his first big opportunity as an action director in Manoj Kumar's film Roti Kapada Aur Makaan.

https://x.com/ajaydevgn/status/1908024356376109335

Taking to X, he wrote, "Manoj Kumar ji was not just a cinematic icon - he was a personal milestone in my family's journey. He gave my father, Veeru Devgan, his very first break as an action director in Roti Kapda Aur Makaan. From there, their collaboration continued all the way to Kranti, creating moments that are now part of Indian cinema's golden history."

He added, "Manoj ji's films - Upkar, Purab Aur Pas...