Dev : Net Worth, Height, Weight, Age, Affairs, Wiki, Facts and Figures

Dev, an iconic figure in the Indian film industry, has left an indelible mark on the hearts of millions with his charismatic performances and unique style. The Bollywood actor known for his works in Bengali cinema, he is one of the most sought-after and highest-paid actors in the industry.

This blog post aims to delve into the life and career of this remarkable actor, shedding light on his early life, personal relationships, rise to stardom, career highlights, and some intriguing facts about him.

Dev
Dev

Early Life and Upbringing

Dev was born on December 25, 1982, in Mahisha, a small village near Keshpur, to Gurudas Adhikari and Mousumi Adhikari. His father used to have a food-catering service, and his mother is a housewife. Dev spent his childhood living with his maternal uncle in Chandrakona and his sister, Deepali.

Later in his childhood, he moved to Mumbai and attended Purushottam High School in Bandra, where he was a good student.

Dev - Early Life And Upbringing
Dev – Early Life And Upbringing

Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign

Dev - Personal Life
Dev – Personal Life
Personal DetailsInformation
Full NameDeepak Adhikari
NicknameDev
Alternative Names(s) (also known as)Raju
Date of Birth25 December 1982
Age (as of 2023)41 years
ReligionHinduism
Zodiac SignCapricorn
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceKeshpur, Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal, India
HometownChandrakona, West Bengal, India
Current AddressKolkata, West Bengal, India
Education QualificationDiploma in Computer Engineering
Hobbies and InterestsTraveling, dancing, watching movies
Languages KnownBengali, Hindi, English
Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Wikipedia Profile linkDev (Bengali actor)
IMDb Profile linkDev
Website linkN/A

Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements

Dev - Physical Appearance
Dev – Physical Appearance
Physical StatsInformation
Body TypeAthletic
Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips)44-34-18 inches
Height in feet, inches, cm6’ 1″, 185 cm
Weight in kg, lbs80 kg, 176 lbs
Chest44 inches
Waist34 inches
Biceps18 inches
Eye ColourDark Brown
Hair ColourBlack
HairstyleShort
Distinctive FeaturesTall stature, muscular physique
TattoosN/A

Family and Relationships – Girlfriend/Wife, Affairs

Dev was married to actress Kalpana Kartik, with whom he had two children, including Suneil Anand. He was known for his romantic image and was linked with several actresses throughout his career.

Dev - Family And Relationships
Dev – Family And Relationships
Relationships DetailsInformation
Marital StatusUnmarried
Spouse – WifeN/A
FatherGurudas Adhikari
MotherMousumi Adhikari
Children N/A
Siblings Deepali (sister)
Affairs – Girlfriend(s) Subhashree Ganguly (actress)
Significant RelationshipsN/A

Rise to Stardom

Dev is a recipient of four Filmfare Awards, including two for Best Actor. The Government of India honoured him with Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian honour in 2001, and with Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2002.

He won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for the films ‘Kala Pani’ and ‘Guide.’

Dev - Rise To Stardom
Dev – Rise To Stardom

Debut Film – Agnishapath

Dev - Debut Film
Dev – Debut Film

Successful Film – Love Express

Dev - Successful Film
Dev – Successful Film

Career, Awards, and Achievements

Dev made his acting debut in 2005 with the film ‘Agnishapath.’ However, he gained widespread recognition with the superhit ‘Baazi’ (1951), which is regarded as the forerunner of the spate of “Bombay Noir” films that followed in Bollywood in the 1950s.

In later years, he starred in top-grossing films such as ‘Jaal’ (1952), ‘Taxi Driver’ (1954), ‘Insaniyat’ (1955), ‘Munimji’ (1955), ‘C.I.D.’ (1956), ‘Pocket Maar’ (1956), ‘Funtoosh’ (1956), ‘Paying Guest’ (1957), ‘Kala Pani’ (1958), and ‘Kala Bazar’ (1960).

Dev - Career, Awards, And Achievements
Dev – Career, Awards, And Achievements
Career DetailsInformation
Profession(s)Actor, film writer, producer, politician
Debut FilmAgnishapath (2006)
Notable Roles Raj in I Love You (2007), Abhiraj Roy in Challenge (2009), Shankar in Chander Pahar (2013), Devdas Mukherjee in Devdas (2018)
Recent Films – New MoviesGolondaaj (2021), Tonic (2021), Commando (2021), Khoka Babu Returns (2021)
Upcoming Films Hobu Chandra Raja Gobu Chandra Mantri (2021), Password 2 (2021), Dhumketu (2021), Sanjhbati 2 (2021)
Popular Television Series Dance Bangla Dance (2013-2014, 2021), Super Singer (2019)
Awards and Achievements Anandalok Awards (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013), Kalakar Awards (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018), Filmfare Awards East (2014, 2017, 2018), NABC International Bangla Film Award (2017)
Endorsements/Brand Collaborations Lux Cozi, Pran Litchi Drink, Royal Stag, Joy Personal Care, Rupa Frontline, Emami Healthy and Tasty, Keo Karpin, Dhara Mustard Oil, MP Birla Cement, Manyavar, PC Chandra Jewellers, Bisk Farm
Philanthropy/Charity Work Dev Foundation, Dev Adhikari Fans’ Club
Professional Associations All India Trinamool Congress, Eastern India Motion Pictures Association
Training and EducationDiploma in Computer Engineering from Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Pune
Production CompanyDev Entertainment Ventures
Box Office Success – Hit Movies I Love You (2007), Challenge (2009), Paglu (2011), Khoka 420 (2013), Rangbaaz (2013), Chander Pahar (2013), Herogiri (2014), Yoddha: The Warrior (2014), Amazon Obhijaan (2017), Kabir (2018)
Critical Acclaim Movies Buno Haansh (2014), Chaamp (2017), Cockpit (2017), Kabir (2018), Sanjhbati (2019)

Assets and Finances – Net Worth

Dev - Assets And Finances
Dev – Assets And Finances
Financial ProfileInformation
Net Worth in Rs. and DollarsRs. 15 crore, $2 million
Per Movie Charges in Rs. and DollarsRs. 1.5 crore, $200,000
Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and DollarsRs. 20 lakh, $27,000
Sponsorship Deals Lux Cozi, Pran Litchi Drink, Royal Stag, Joy Personal Care, Rupa Frontline, Emami Healthy and Tasty, Keo Karpin, Dhara Mustard Oil, MP Birla Cement, Manyavar, PC Chandra Jewellers, Bisk Farm
Business Ventures Dev Entertainment Ventures, Dev Foundation
Investments N/A
Real Estate Holdings A bungalow in Kolkata, a flat in Mumbai
Luxury Items/Properties Owned N/A
Cars Collection Audi Q7, BMW X6, Mercedes-Benz GL-Class

Favorite Things, Likes and Dislikes

Dev - Favorite Things, Likes And Dislikes
Dev – Favorite Things, Likes And Dislikes
Favorite ThingsInformation
Favorite ActorMithun Chakraborty, Prosenjit Chatterjee
Favorite ActressRani Mukerji, Koel Mallick
Favorite FilmAgneepath (1990), Sholay (1975)
Favorite Music BandsN/A
Favorite SportCricket
Favorite BooksN/A
Favorite ColorBlack, white
Favorite FoodBiryani, mishti doi
Things s/he likeTraveling, dancing, watching movies
Things s/he dislikeSmoking, drinking, negativity

Top 5 Best Films – Dev

Film NameYear of ReleaseCharacter Played
Baazi1951Madan
Jaal1952Shankar
Taxi Driver1954Mangal
Kala Pani1958Karan
Guide1965Raju

Controversies – Dev

  • In 2014, before Lok Sabha Elections, Bengali Ebela e-Paper media asked Dev ‘if he enjoyed being in the spotlight?’ He replied, that “it’s just like being raped, either you can enjoy or can shout.” This improper statement created controversy and led to calls for him to withdraw his candidacy but soon after, he apologized on his official Twitter account.
  • In 2011, Dev was accused of plagiarism by writer Surendra Mohan Pathak for his book ‘Main Hoon Deewana Tere Pyar Ka.’ Pathak claimed that Dev had lifted the plot of his book ‘Dhabba’ without giving him any credit.
  • In 2009, Dev was criticized for his comments on the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. He said that the attacks were a result of the “frustration and anger” of the terrorists and that India should “move on” from the incident.
  • In 2007, Dev was accused of sexual harassment by a female journalist. The journalist claimed that Dev had made inappropriate advances towards her during an interview. Dev denied the allegations.
  • In 2005, Dev was involved in a controversy when he announced that he would be producing a film based on the life of Dawood Ibrahim. The announcement was met with widespread criticism, and the film was eventually shelved.
Dev - Controversies
Dev – Controversies

Interesting Facts – Dev

  • Dev’s dream was to own a car, which was fulfilled when he bought a black Hillman.
  • Dev Anand and Guru Dutt became fast friends during their times of struggle in the late 1940’s.
  • Dev Anand’s inspiration for becoming an actor was another legendary actor, Ashok Kumar.
  • Dev Anand was given his first big break by Ashok Kumar.
  • In a career span of 65 years, in which he did 114 Bollywood films, Anand starred as the lead hero in 104 of them.
  • Dev introduced a multitude of talent to the Indian Film Industry by way of actors, directors, music composers, and cinematographers.
Dev - Interesting Facts
Dev – Interesting Facts

Dev’s journey in the Indian film industry is a tale of passion, perseverance, and prodigious talent. His contribution to Indian cinema is immeasurable, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of actors and filmmakers.


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