6 Dev Anand films you ought to watch!

Divay Agarwal

Dev Anand, the evergreen lover boy of the silver screen was one of the greatest actors of Indian cinema and did some amazing films. On his 92^nd birthday, we bring to you his 6 best films that you ought to watch!

Guide (1965)

The film is considered to be one of the greatest masterpieces of the Indian cinema. Time magazine listed it at number 4 on its list of Best Bollywood Classics.Based on the critically acclaimed novel, The Guide, by RK Narayan, it is memorable mainly due to the brilliant performance of Dev Anand who won both the Filmfare and National Award for his portrayal.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wP5yudlccro

Jewel Thief (1967)

Probably the biggest hit in Dev Anand’s career, this film brought out the best of performances from the leads and a very captivating thriller with a great climax. Plus, the songs too were a delight!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbEu_BtxydI

C.I.D. (1956)

This suspense-crime-thriller had Dev Anand playing a CID inspector. The film engages you till the very end is considered to be another masterpiece by the master actor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdtjxWq1jAs

Ziddi (1948)

Based on a story by IsmatChughtai, it was the first film for Dev Anand as the lead hero. It is also considered as one of the finest films of Dev Anand.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PBHllSxuGM

Hum Ek Hain (1946)

This film marked the debut of this great actor Dev Anand. This was released in the pre-independence era and gave out a wonderful secular message with its story. It also starred the legendary actor Guru Dutt.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kn2T7npI5II

Hum Dono (1961)

Dev Anand played a double role in this superhitmovie and is another drama-romantic-thriller directed by his brother Vijay Anand. It was relaunched in color after 50 years on February 4, 2011.It features the evergreen duet "Abhinajaaochodkar" by Mohammad Rafi and Asha Bhosle.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sagi0o-d7XU