Top 7 Dev Patel Movies You Shouldn’t Miss!

Dev Patel

From heartwarming tales to intense dramas, Dev Patel’s filmography is a journey of depth and passion. Discover his best!

Slumdog Millionaire

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The Green Knight

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Lion

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The Personal History of David Copperfield

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Hotel Mumbai

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Chappie

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The Man Who Knew Infinity

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Dev Patel

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