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Dev Anand

Dev Anand Image Source : Wikipedia
  • Born 26 September 1923
  • Place of Birth Shakargarh Tehsil
  • Occupation Film Actor, Film Director, Film Producer, Screenwriter, Actor, Writer
  • Spouse Kalpana Kartik (1954)
  • Siblings Chetan Anand, Vijay Anand, Sheela Kanta Kapur
  • Education Government College University
  • Years active 1946-2011
  • Other names Evergreen Star, Dev Sahab
  • Children Suneil Anand

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ABOUT Dev Anand

Dev Anand: A Titan of Hindi Cinema Dev Anand, born Dharamdev Pishorimal Anand (September 26, 1923 - December 3, 2011), remains an iconic figure in Indian cinema. His six-decade career, spanning over 100 films, cemented his status as one of Bollywood's most successful and celebrated actors. His contributions extended beyond acting; he also wrote, directed, and produced several films. Anand's career took off with Ziddi (1948), followed by the critically acclaimed crime thriller Baazi (1951), a landmark film considered a precursor to the "Bombay Noir" genre. He delivered a string of box-office hits throughout the 1950s and 60s, including Jaal, Taxi Driver, Kala Pani, and Kala Bazar. His romantic roles in films like Hum Dono and Tere Ghar Ke Samne further solidified his heartthrob status. A pivotal moment came with Guide (1965), an adaptation of an R.K. Narayan novel, which achieved international recognition, being nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards. His collaboration with Vijay Anand on Jewel Thief (1967) proved another box-office success. His directorial debut, Prem Pujari, showcased his versatility. Johny Mera Naam (1970) and Hare Rama Hare Krishna (1971) were among his numerous successes in the 70s and 80s. His final film was Chargesheet (2011). Anand's distinctive fast dialogue delivery and signature head nod became his trademarks, influencing generations of actors. His films often incorporated socially relevant themes. He received numerous accolades, including four Filmfare Awards (two for Best Actor), the Padma Bhushan, and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. He is survived by his wife, Kalpana Kartik, and son, Suneil Anand.

Dev Anand FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Aman Ke Farishtey
  • Aman Ke Farishtey

    ( 2016 )

No Upcoming Movies
  • Chargesheet
  • Chargesheet

    ( 2011 )

  • Hum Dono Rangeen
  • Hum Dono Rangeen

    ( 2011 )

  • Mr Prime Minister
  • Mr Prime Minister

    ( 2005 )

  • Love at Times Square
  • Love at Times Square

    ( 2003 )

  • Jaana Na Dil Se Door....
  • Jaana Na Dil Se Door....

    ( 2001 )

  • Censor
  • Censor

    ( 2001 )

  • Main Solah Baras Ki
  • Main Solah Baras Ki

    ( 1998 )

  • Return of Jewel Thief
  • Return of Jewel Thief

    ( 1996 )

  • Gangster
  • Gangster

    ( 1994 )

  • Sau Crore
  • Sau Crore

    ( 1991 )

  • Awwal Number
  • Awwal Number

    ( 1990 )

  • Lashkar
  • Lashkar

    ( 1989 )

  • Sachche Ka Bol-Bala
  • Sachche Ka Bol-Bala

    ( 1989 )

  • Hum Naujawan
  • Hum Naujawan

    ( 1985 )

  • Anand Aur Anand
  • Anand Aur Anand

    ( 1984 )

  • Swami Dada
  • Swami Dada

    ( 1982 )

  • Ek Do Teen Chaar
  • Ek Do Teen Chaar

    ( 1980 )

  • Man Pasand
  • Man Pasand

    ( 1980 )

  • Lootmaar
  • Lootmaar

    ( 1980 )

  • Des Pardes
  • Des Pardes

    ( 1978 )

  • Kalabaaz
  • Kalabaaz

    ( 1977 )

  • Darling Darling
  • Darling Darling

    ( 1977 )

  • Sahib Bahadur
  • Sahib Bahadur

    ( 1977 )

  • Bullet
  • Bullet

    ( 1976 )

  • Jaaneman
  • Jaaneman

    ( 1976 )

  • Warrant
  • Warrant

    ( 1975 )

  • Prem Shastra
  • Prem Shastra

    ( 1974 )

  • Ishk Ishk Ishk
  • Ishk Ishk Ishk

    ( 1974 )

  • Garm Hava
  • Garm Hava

    ( 1974 )

  • Amir Garib
  • Amir Garib

    ( 1974 )

  • Shareef Budmaash
  • Shareef Budmaash

    ( 1973 )

  • Heera Panna
  • Heera Panna

    ( 1973 )

  • Joshila
  • Joshila

    ( 1973 )

  • Chhupa Rustam
  • Chhupa Rustam

    ( 1973 )

  • Banarasi Babu
  • Banarasi Babu

    ( 1973 )

  • Yeh Gulistan Hamara
  • Yeh Gulistan Hamara

    ( 1972 )

  • Gambler
  • Gambler

    ( 1971 )

  • Haré Rama Haré Krishna
  • Haré Rama Haré Krishna

    ( 1971 )

  • Tere Mere Sapne
  • Tere Mere Sapne

    ( 1971 )

  • The Evil Within
  • The Evil Within

    ( 1970 )

  • Johny Mera Naam
  • Johny Mera Naam

    ( 1970 )

  • Mahal
  • Mahal

    ( 1970 )

  • Prem Pujari
  • Prem Pujari

    ( 1970 )

  • Kahin Aur Chal
  • Kahin Aur Chal

    ( 1968 )

  • Duniya
  • Duniya

    ( 1968 )

  • Jewel Thief
  • Jewel Thief

    ( 1967 )

  • Pyar Mohabbat
  • Pyar Mohabbat

    ( 1966 )

  • The Guide
  • The Guide

    ( 1965 )

  • Teen Devian
  • Teen Devian

    ( 1965 )

  • Guide
  • Guide

    ( 1965 )

  • Sharabi
  • Sharabi

    ( 1964 )

  • Kinare Kinare
  • Kinare Kinare

    ( 1963 )

  • Tere Ghar Ke Samne
  • Tere Ghar Ke Samne

    ( 1963 )

  • Asli-Naqli
  • Asli-Naqli

    ( 1962 )

  • Baat Ek Raat Ki
  • Baat Ek Raat Ki

    ( 1962 )

  • Maya
  • Maya

    ( 1961 )

  • Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai
  • Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai

    ( 1961 )

  • Hum Dono
  • Hum Dono

    ( 1961 )

  • Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja
  • Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja

    ( 1961 )

  • Sarhad
  • Sarhad

    ( 1960 )

  • Ek Ke Baad Ek
  • Ek Ke Baad Ek

    ( 1960 )

  • Jaali Note
  • Jaali Note

    ( 1960 )

  • Manzil
  • Manzil

    ( 1960 )

  • Kala Bazar
  • Kala Bazar

    ( 1960 )

  • Bombai Ka Babu
  • Bombai Ka Babu

    ( 1960 )

  • Love Marriage
  • Love Marriage

    ( 1959 )

  • Solva Saal
  • Solva Saal

    ( 1958 )

  • Kala Pani
  • Kala Pani

    ( 1958 )

  • Amar Deep
  • Amar Deep

    ( 1958 )

  • Dushman
  • Dushman

    ( 1957 )

  • Baarish
  • Baarish

    ( 1957 )

  • Paying Guest
  • Paying Guest

    ( 1957 )

  • Nau Do Gyarah
  • Nau Do Gyarah

    ( 1957 )

  • Funtoosh
  • Funtoosh

    ( 1956 )

  • C.I.D.
  • C.I.D.

    ( 1956 )

  • Pocket Maar
  • Pocket Maar

    ( 1956 )

  • Faraar
  • Faraar

    ( 1955 )

  • Insaniyat
  • Insaniyat

    ( 1955 )

  • Dev Anand in Goa (Alias Farar)
  • Dev Anand in Goa (Alias Farar)

    ( 1955 )

  • Milap
  • Milap

    ( 1955 )

  • Munimji
  • Munimji

    ( 1955 )

  • House No. 44
  • House No. 44

    ( 1955 )

  • Baadbaan
  • Baadbaan

    ( 1954 )

  • Taxi Driver
  • Taxi Driver

    ( 1954 )

  • 'Ferry'
  • 'Ferry'

    ( 1954 )

  • Humsafar
  • Humsafar

    ( 1953 )

  • Patita
  • Patita

    ( 1953 )

  • Rahi
  • Rahi

    ( 1953 )

  • Armaan
  • Armaan

    ( 1953 )

  • Zalzala
  • Zalzala

    ( 1952 )

  • Tamasha
  • Tamasha

    ( 1952 )

  • Jaal
  • Jaal

    ( 1952 )

  • Aandhiyan
  • Aandhiyan

    ( 1952 )

  • Stage
  • Stage

    ( 1951 )

  • Do Sitare
  • Do Sitare

    ( 1951 )

  • Sanam
  • Sanam

    ( 1951 )

  • Nadaan
  • Nadaan

    ( 1951 )

  • Aaram
  • Aaram

    ( 1951 )

  • Gamble
  • Gamble

    ( 1951 )

  • Sazaa
  • Sazaa

    ( 1951 )

  • Nili
  • Nili

    ( 1950 )

  • Dilruba
  • Dilruba

    ( 1950 )

  • Birha Ki Raat
  • Birha Ki Raat

    ( 1950 )

  • Nirala
  • Nirala

    ( 1950 )

  • Madhubala
  • Madhubala

    ( 1950 )

  • Khel
  • Khel

    ( 1950 )

  • Afsar
  • Afsar

    ( 1950 )

  • Shair
  • Shair

    ( 1949 )

  • Udhaar
  • Udhaar

    ( 1949 )

  • Namoona
  • Namoona

    ( 1949 )

  • Jeet
  • Jeet

    ( 1949 )

  • Vidya
  • Vidya

    ( 1948 )

  • Hum Bhi Insaan Hain
  • Hum Bhi Insaan Hain

    ( 1948 )

  • Ziddi
  • Ziddi

    ( 1948 )

  • Mohan
  • Mohan

    ( 1947 )

  • Aage Badho
  • Aage Badho

    ( 1947 )

  • Hum Ek Hain
  • Hum Ek Hain

    ( 1946 )

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

Dev Anand AWARDS

Awards
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for - 2003

  • The Bombay International Film Festival for - 1997

  • The Filmfare Awards for - 1993

  • Best Film
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Film - 1967 Guide

  • Best Actor
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Actor - 1967 Guide

  • Best Actor
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Actor - 1959 Kala Pani

  • Lifetime Achievement Award
  • The Stardust Awards, India for Lifetime Achievement Award - 2009

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

DEV ANAND NEWS

Bollywood rejected India's first Cannes winner Neecha Nagar as it lacked songs; Mountbatten couldn't believe France honoured the film

February 06, 2026 8:41 pm

Neecha Nagar also marked the debut of actor Kamini Kaushal and legendary music director Ravi Shankar.

'Mad in love' Dev Anand was heartbroken when he saw Raj Kapoor hugging Zeenat Aman: Legend’s friend questions actress 

January 22, 2026 8:34 pm

One of Dev Anand’s closest friends, has spoken about Dev Anand’s allegations regarding Zeenat Aman and Raj Kapoor’s alleged affair. Dev had earlier written in his memoirs how he fell in love in Zeenat but stepped back when he saw how close she was with Raj Kapoor.

‘Tu kitna acha ladka hai, chhod de’: When Dev Anand gently asked Shah Rukh Khan to quit a harmful habit; expert on why quiet concern works better than warnings

January 21, 2026 9:56 pm

A simple, caring moment between Dev Anand and Shah Rukh Khan shows why gentle concern can influence behaviour more deeply than criticism or fear-based advice.

Aamir Khan didn't ask about the story, script when he did Dev Anand's film, recalls late star's friend: 'Didn't even talk about money'

January 17, 2026 4:01 pm

Dev Anand’s friend recounted how the only time Aamir Khan made an exception to his usual working style, by signing a film without reading the script, was for the late legendary actor.

'Shah Rukh, tu smoke kyu karta hai?': Dev Anand scolded SRK for smoking despite being 'such a nice boy'; didn't recognise Gauri Khan

January 15, 2026 12:40 pm

Dev Anand's close friend recalled an interaction between him and Shah Rukh Khan, where the yesteryear superstar asked the latter to quit smoking.

Dev Anand was made to wait outside Amitabh Bachchan's house, says late actor's friend: 'Had to take permission'

January 14, 2026 8:26 pm

Dev Anand was made to wait outside Amitabh Bachchan's house after he landed unannounced and the security personnel had to seek permission to allow him in.

'Disgusting': SD Burman warned Dev Anand against making Hare Rama Hare Krishna; Zeenat Aman was never the first choice for film

January 14, 2026 5:36 pm

Mohan Churiwala, recounted that it was not Zeenat Aman, but Zaheeda, who was reportedly romantically linked with Dev Anand at the time, who was the first choice for Hare Rama Hare Krishna.

Drunk Raj Kapoor called Dev Anand at 2 am, demanding to watch Guide, cried over the phone: 'He remembered nothing the next day'

January 14, 2026 12:31 pm

Dev Anand's brother, Vijay Anand believed Raj Kapoor was insecure of his fellow filmmakers. To justify his claim, he recalled the incident when Raj Kapoor called Dev Anand in the middle of the night insisting on watching Guide, but later refused to recognise its director.

Dev Anand stopped me from getting plastic surgery, says Shatrughan Sinha: ‘Those cuts will become your...’

December 03, 2025 4:55 pm

Shatrughan Sinha was conscious of cuts on his face and worried that no one would cast him in films. It was during this time that Dev Anand gave him confidence.

Landed in Mumbai with Rs 30 and 'starved' in a chawl: Dev Anand let go of a high paying job for cinema dreams

September 26, 2025 8:23 am

Dev Anand could have been an officer with the British Armed Forced, or, he could have been a banker, but he chose to chase his cinema dreams in an alien city.

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