Dev Singh

Actor

Indian Sahatwar, Ballia, Uttar Pradesh

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceSahatwar, Ballia, Uttar Pradesh

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Bio/Wiki

Full nameDevendra Singh
Other NameDev Singh Rajput

Physical Stats & More

Height183 cm
Weight85 kg
Eye ColorBrown
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityThe University of Burdwan

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
CasteRajput
HobbiesWatching Movies

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date11/05/2018

Family

Father(died on 19 January 2016)
MotherManti Singh (housewife; died on 2 May 2004)
Siblings
Brothers
  • Nagendra Singh (younger)
  • Dharmendra Singh (younger)
  • Upendra Singh (younger)
Sister1
SpouseSonam Singh
ChildrenSon - Devansh Singh

Career

Debut
Bhojpuri FilmDeewana (2009)
Bollywood FilmCricket (2019)
Awards
  • 2016: Pratibha Samman by the Rang Mahotsav
  • 2019: Gaurav Award by Uttar Bhaarateey Sabha va Saarvajaanik Vikaas Manch
  • 2019: Best Actor Award in a Negative Role for Sabrang
  • 2020: Bhojpuri Cine Award
  • 2020: Purvanchal Cinema & Artist Awards
  • 2021: Bhojpuri Cine Award
  • 2021: Green Cine Award
  • Karmveer Award
  • 2021: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Gaurav Award

Favourites

Actor
  • Ajay Devgn
  • Vijay Sethupathi
ActressNayanthara
FoodLitti Chokha

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Dev Singh hails from a farming family in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh.
2. At 14, he moved to Mumbai to pursue an acting career and initially lived with a friend.
3. He faced several rejections in auditions, including for a show on Sony TV.
4. After struggling financially, he fell into depression and was diagnosed with epilepsy.
5. To overcome his challenges, he worked at a clothing store in Mumbai until his mother's passing.
6. In his village, he started a clothing shop after borrowing money from his father.
7. He eventually returned to Mumbai with a small amount of money, leading to opportunities in Bhojpuri cinema.
8. Dev's big break came when he was recommended for the film ‘Deewana’ by a director.
9. He faced a setback during his early days on set with a Bhojpuri serial, leading to further personal struggles.
10. Pawan Singh financially supported him during family difficulties, enabling him to continue his career.
11. Dev has collaborated with various Bhojpuri stars and considers Awadhesh Mishra his mentor.
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