Dev Anand

Wednesday, December 28, 2011, 18:22 [IST]

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The 'Evergreen Romantic Superstar' of Indian cinema, passed away in London on Dec 4, 2011 following a cardiac arrest. He was 88.

Dev Anand made his debut as an actor in 1946 in "Hum Ek Hain". For his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema, Dev Anand was honoured with the prestigious 'Padma Bhushan' in 2001 and 'Dada Saheb Phalke Award' in 2002. Dev Anand, a super star, had a shining career that tacked many awards and reputation that will remain indisputable in years to come.

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