Dev D, directed by Anurag Kashyap, is set to return to theaters across India on April 24, 2026, marking 17 years since its original release. The film, which reinterprets the classic story of Devdas, has grown into a cult classic, celebrated for its contemporary narrative style and memorable performances by actors like Abhay Deol, Kalki Koechlin, Mahie Gill, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya, who portrayed Chunnilal. Bhattacharya reflects on his journey with Kashyap, recalling how he was promised the role of Chunnilal only if Kashyap's earlier film, Black Friday, succeeded. The film's success allowed him to fulfill his dream of working with Kashyap. Bhattacharya fondly remembers the overwhelming audience response during the original screening at Chandan cinema in Mumbai, where viewers applauded and even watched the film multiple times. As Dev D returns to the big screen, it serves as a reminder of a transformative era in Indian cinema, characterized by bold storytelling and unforgettable music.