Dev.D(2009)
Dev.D is a 2009 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film written and directed by Anurag Kashyap. It stars Abhay Deol, Mahie Gill, and Kalki Koechlin in lead roles. The film is a modern-day adaptation of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's classic novel Devdas. It follows Dev, a wealthy young man who turns to drugs and alcohol after losing his childhood love Paro. Simultaneously, a teenage girl named Leni, who becomes a prostitute after a sex tape leaks, struggles to survive. The film is known for its raw, gritty tone and unconventional storytelling. It won critical acclaim for its performances, music, and direction. The soundtrack by Amit Trivedi became a cultural phenomenon. Dev.D was a commercial success and is considered a landmark film in Indian cinema. It was released on February 6, 2009.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 6 February 2009
- Director
- Anurag Kashyap
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 24m
- Rating
- 7.4/10
Storyline
A rich young man loses his childhood sweetheart and spirals into addiction. A teenage girl is forced into prostitution after a scandal. Their broken paths cross in the dark streets of Delhi. Can two damaged people save each other?
“Love. Drugs. Redemption.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Dev.D
Cast reunions in this film: Nawazuddin Siddiqui & Anurag Kashyap (7 films together), Anurag Kashyap & Rajeev Ravi (7 films together), Anurag Kashyap & Amit Trivedi (6 films together), Vikramaditya & Anurag Kashyap (3 films together), Vikramaditya & Amit Trivedi (3 films together), and Nawazuddin Siddiqui & Rajeev Ravi (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film is a modern Indian version of the classic Bengali novel 'Devdas' by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay.
- It was shot in just 28 days, with a very low budget compared to other Bollywood films at the time.
- The soundtrack, composed by Amit Trivedi, won two National Film Awards for its fresh and experimental music.
- Actor Abhay Deol, who played Dev, also helped produce the film through his company.
- The character Chanda, played by Mahie Gill, was inspired by real-life stories from newspaper reports.
- Many scenes were improvised, including some of the raw and emotional dialogues between the lead actors.
- The film's success helped launch the careers of several new actors and technicians in the industry.