British actor Dev Patel was recently spotted aboard a Vande Bharat train from Delhi to Agra, as he films his upcoming directorial The Peasant, set in medieval India. A fan shared images of the actor and his crew on social media, noting that Dev attempted to maintain a low profile during the journey.
The Reddit post showed Dev wearing a white shirt with a blue jacket, standing next to a crew member. The fan humorously described the encounter: when asked if he was Dev Patel, the actor reportedly replied, “mmm no,” prompting amused reactions from other social media users. Some speculated that he was trying to go incognito, while others identified his companions as friends or crew members.
Fans also discussed the context of his visit, anticipating his work on The Peasant. The upcoming film is expected to explore 14th-century India, covering multiple empires, including the Delhi Sultanate and the Vijayanagara Empire.
Dev Patel’s Career Highlights
Dev Patel, a British actor of Indian descent, first rose to international fame with Danny Boyle’s Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire at the age of 18. He has since starred in films such as The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, The Man Who Knew Infinity, Lion, and Hotel Mumbai. In 2024, he made his directorial debut with Monkey Man.
