Raju Chacha () is a 2000 Indian Hindi-language action comedy film directed by Anil Devgan and produced by his brother Ajay Devgn, debuting as a film producer. The film stars Ajay, Kajol and Rishi Kapoor, along with Sanjay Dutt in a special appearance. Raju Chacha was released theatrically on 29 December 2000 in India, whereas on 28 December 2000 (1 day before) in the United States. The film tells the story of Shekhar (Devgn), a con artist who falls in love with Anna (Kajol), the governess of three children belonging to the wealthy widower Siddhant Rai (Kapoor). When Siddhant dies, his children are placed under the custody of their scheming relatives. Shekhar returns into their lives, posing as Rajit Rai, the long lost brother of Siddhant to save the three children and their fortune. With a budget of 250 million the film was one of the most anticipated films of the year. Upon release, the film received mixed reviews from critics, praising Devgn and Kapoor's performance and visual effects, but criticism for its slow pacing, screenplay and runtime. At the box office, the film failed to recoup its budget, grossing only 209.2 million worldwide. Plot Siddhant Rai (Rishi Kapoor) is a wealthy single father looking after his three children, Rohit, Rahul and Rani. Also living with them is the family butler, BBC. Because they have no mother, the three children are so naughty that they drive away any teacher or governess hired by their father. Due to his work commitments, Siddhant arranges for a new governess much to the dismay of his children. Meanwhile, Shekhar (Ajay Devgn) and his friend Jadu (Johnny Lever) have just robbed a bank and are evading police when Shekhar falls instantly in love with Anna (Kajol) who is on her way to work as the governess for Siddhant's children. Anna is introduced to the children - despite initially trying to drive her away, the children come to accept her as an older sister. After repeated attempts, Shekhar manages to win Anna's heart and with Siddhant's permission, the two are allowed to get married. However, on the wedding day, Shekhar is arrested for stealing the wedding rings and only marrying Anna to get to Siddhant's wealth. A devastated Anna decides to return to the orphanage where she works. Siddhant is soon killed in an accident and his children are placed under the care of their cruel