The 2002 version remains one of Bollywood's biggest hits, with a total worldwide gross of approximately 89.46 crore Star Trivia: Aishwarya Rai was 28 years old
It subverts the ending, offering a different path for the protagonist that breaks away from traditional self-destruction. 🎭 Iconic Characters & Archetypes Index Of Devdas
| Character | Role | Key Traits | |-----------|------|-------------| | | Protagonist | Tragic hero, passive, self-destructive, unable to defy social norms | | Parvati (Paro) | Female lead | Defiant, passionate, pragmatic, marries for status after rejection | | Chandramukhi | Courtesan | Redemptive figure, loyal, selfless, symbolizes unconditional love | | Bhuvan Choudhary | Paro’s husband | Elderly, wealthy, dignified, not villainous | | Dharamdas | Devdas’s friend | Enabler, accompanies Devdas on final journey | The 2002 version remains one of Bollywood's biggest
Devdas received widespread critical acclaim and was a major commercial success. The film grossed over ₹40 crores worldwide and became one of the highest-grossing Indian films of 2002. The film received 10 Filmfare Awards, including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Actor for Shah Rukh Khan. The film received 10 Filmfare Awards, including Best