We will miss you Deven!

Deven Verma passes away: Life in pics!

Veteran actor Deven Verma, best known for his comic roles in ‘Khatta Meetha’ and ‘Angoor’, passed away this morning following a heart attack

Deven Verma passes away: Life in pics!

Verma, 78, breathed his last at a city hospital early this morning. He is survived by his wife Rupa Ganguly.

Deven Verma passes away: Life in pics!

In a career spanning many decades, Varma brought to Hindi cinema a touch of subtle humour that could be shared by family audience.

Deven Verma passes away: Life in pics!

Starting with ‘Dharmaputra’ (1961) produced B R Chopra, Deven starred in over 100 films winning critical acclaim for many that included ‘Angoor’, ‘Chori Mera Kaam’, ‘Devar’, ‘Anupama’, ‘Golmaal’, ‘

Deven Verma passes away: Life in pics!

His dual role of Bahadur in Gulzar’s 1982 film ‘Angoor’ is considered as one of the most loved comic roles in Hindi cinema.

Deven Verma passes away: Life in pics!

Verma, who was married to Ashok Kumar’s daughter Rupa, turned producer with ‘Yakeen’ in 1969 and also took to direction two years later with ‘Nadaan’.

Deven Verma passes away: Life in pics!

‘Besharam’ is also notable among the nearly eight films produced by him.

Deven Verma passes away: Life in pics!

Deven acted in three Marathi films and a Gujarati movie. A man of convictions, Varma never compromised on his principles and kept away from what he considered cheap comedy.

Deven Verma passes away: Life in pics!

His last performances were in ‘Mere Yaar ki Shaadi Hai’ and ‘Calcutta Mail’, a decade ago after which he retired.

Deven Verma passes away: Life in pics!

The last rites of the eminent actor were performed here in the afternoon in the absence of any big names from Bollywood.