Dev Anand's Legacy Celebrated on Birth Anniversary

Dev Anand, an iconic figure of Indian cinema, is being remembered on his birth anniversary, marking what would have been his 101st year. Renowned for his charming persona and remarkable acting skills, he significantly influenced Bollywood with timeless films and memorable dialogues, such as those from 'Guide' and 'Awwal Number'. His tumultuous romance with actress Suraiya, which began after he saved her from drowning, ended tragically due to familial opposition to their inter-faith marriage. The heartache from this relationship influenced his later life, including his feelings for Zeenat Aman, with whom he shared a complicated and unfulfilled love story. Zeenat reminisced about their time together, particularly the filming of 'Dum Maro Dum' from 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna', which involved her partaking in the hippie culture authentically. Anand's legacy continues to resonate through his films and the memories of those who worked with him.