Is Dev Anand A-List?
No — Dev Anand is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1951
*Baazi* Breakthrough Success
Lost A-list status in 2001
Dropped to B tier — Padma Bhushan Awarded
Ranking Timeline
Film Debut with *Hum Ek Hain*
Makes his debut in Hindi cinema with the film *Hum Ek Hain*.
Establishes Navketan Films
Founds his own film production company, Navketan Films.
*Baazi* Breakthrough Success
Stars in the film *Baazi*, which becomes a major hit.
*Kala Pani* Acclaim
Receives the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his role in *Kala Pani*.
*Hare Rama Hare Krishna* Hits
Directs and stars in *Hare Rama Hare Krishna*, which becomes a cult classic.
Padma Bhushan Awarded
Receives the Padma Bhushan from the Government of India.
Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his contributions to Indian cinema.
Death in London
Passes away in London, ending his long and influential career.
Legacy as Iconic Star
Remembered as a legendary and influential figure in Hindi cinema.
Last updated: February 25, 2026