Happy birthday Dev: Times when the actor and Dance Dance Junior judge charmed us

The actor and politician, who is gracing the ongoing season of ‘Dance Dance Junior Season 3’, turned a year older today (December 25). The Tolly heartthrob never shies away from casting a spell on his fans with his charming personality. Here are some instances... (Photo: Facebook)

From ‘Premer Kahini’ to ‘Tonic’, Dev has come a long way. His very first movie, ‘Agnishapath’ couldn’t cast a spell. However, the romantic flick ‘I Love You’, starring Dev, was a massive success. But it didn’t help Dev to get a movie. The actor didn’t lose faith and worked hard. He trained himself as a dancer in Mumbai under a renowned choreographer. He came back to Kolkata and went on to do Raj Chakraborty’s ‘Challenge’, ‘Khokababu’ and other commercial movies which helped him earn a massive fan following. His dance skill added more to his popularity making the star rule hearts. While he tasted success in commercial movies, Dev didn’t shy away from experimenting and pushed his envelope to perform in ‘Buno Haansh’, ‘Arshinagar’, ‘Tonic’ and others. (Photo: Facebook)

Well, there is not an ounce of doubt that this Tolly star has an undeniable charm, a cute smile and a personality that’s enough to make hearts race faster. No wonder he enjoys such a huge fan following. (Photo: Facebook)

The Tolly star is known for his humble behaviour and friendly behaviour. Fans, co-stars, unit members all heap praise on Dev for his warm behaviour, despite being a big star. The actor can frequently be spotted happily clicking selfies with fans gathered outside his shooting location without complaining. He is very much popular among the young contestants and hosts of his show 'Dance Dance Junior' and can be spotted spending time with the kids. Here's one such moment when Dev-Rukmini invited Laddu and Udita to their place. (Photo: Facebook)

The actor and MP is known for his kind-hearted nature. Be it helping people from his fraternity, people from his constituency or outside, Dev has extended his helping hand many a time, without flaunting it in the media. He donated Rs. 1 cr to COVID-relief fund, according to sources. He also helped migrant labourers to get back home safely from different states and neighbouring country Bangladesh during COVID lockdown. There are many other instances too. (Photo: Facebook)

Dev faced harsh criticism on numerous occasions. Be it for playing Shankar in ‘Chander Pahar’ or its sequel ‘Amazon Obhijan’, or his way of talking; Dev has been trolled several times. But he took criticism with an open arm and never reacted to those. (Photo: Facebook)

From ‘Khokababu Jay’ to ‘Paglu’ not everyone can groove like this Tolly actor. (Photo: Facebook)

Over the years, Dev’s fashion statement has evolved too. The actor, who was mostly seen wearing casual attires in the beginning of his career can be seen sporting funky outfits with swag. Almost every episode of Dance Dance Junior, he can be spotted at his gorgeous best. (Photo: Facebook)