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