On Wednesday, December 25th, alongside the Christmas celebrations, Dev is marking his 42nd birthday. On this special day, three actresses shared heartfelt messages in honor of Dev.
Actress Srija Dutta made her debut on the big screen in 2023 with the film Baghajatin. She expressed her gratitude towards Dev and said, “Devda stood by me at a time when no one knew me. He not only helped me prepare but also supported me in every way, including facing the media. He is like family to me. Whenever I face any issue, I turn to Devda, and he guides me. Devda is a great inspiration in my life. Our relationship is very special.”
Srija Dutta also mentioned that from the very start of her acting career, she has been trying to take on diverse roles. She added, “This advice came from Devda himself. Keeping his words in mind, I got the opportunity to work with him again in the film Tekka this year. Acting in two films in such a short time is truly a great achievement for me.”
The actress said that the success of Dev’s film Khadan is truly well-deserved. She mentioned that it is hard to believe the level of dedication and hard work Dev puts into a film, from planning to its release. His honesty and commitment are clearly reflected in every scene. She praised his relentless effort to improve Bengali cinema, saying, “His hard work is truly admirable. I bow to him because he is not only a successful actor but also a key contributor to the progress of Bengali cinema.”
When asked what she would like to say to her beloved “Dada” on his birthday, she smiled and said, “Devda doesn’t say much, but through his work, he proves everything. I really like that about him. On his birthday, I only wish this — may there be many more Khadans in his life and may the audience shower him with love.”
Actress Soumitrisha Kundu, who starred alongside Dev in her debut film Pradhan, believes the opportunity to learn from him is endless. Despite his success, Dev remains humble, which is one of his unique qualities. She said, “When someone calls me ‘Dev’s heroine,’ I feel really proud. Working with Devda has been an incredibly valuable experience for me.”
Soumitrisha was also impressed by how Dev treats newcomers. He never hesitates to help them on the set. Although it’s a common perception that a superstar like Dev comes to the set, does his shot, and leaves, for Soumitrisha, Dev is a co-actor of great stature. She shared, “Devda comes to the set, discusses lines with me, and gives acting advice — it’s hard to believe.”
Soumitrisha also mentioned, “Devda is like a source of happiness for many people’s lives. On his birthday, I couldn’t forget to send my special wishes. I’m sending my birthday greetings to him through Anandabazar Online. Many, many happy returns of the day to our beloved superstar. I hope the entire year is as successful for him as this special day.
Idhika Pal made her debut in the film Khadan, where she acted alongside Dev. With the film’s success at the box office, her admiration for Dev has grown. Though she is not willing to share detailed experiences about working with him, she is deeply impressed by many of his qualities. Idhika said, “I’m new to the industry, but the encouragement and opportunities that Devda gives to newcomers are truly rare.”
She added, “Dev always remains grounded. Many people only think about their own success, but Dev wants to succeed alongside everyone. If I get the chance in the future, I would love to work with him.”
When asked what she would like to say to her favorite actor on his birthday, Idhika smiled and said, I would just say this — may Dev always be happy, joyful, and healthy.
