Insights into Dev Anand's Films Guide and Hare Rama Hare Krishna Production Stories

Dev Anand's films Guide (1965) and Hare Rama Hare Krishna (1972) are noted for their cultural impact and critical acclaim. While Guide's direction by Vijay Anand received less recognition compared to Dev Anand's performance, Hare Rama Hare Krishna featured Zeenat Aman, who was not the original choice. Actress Zaheeda declined the role due to on-screen relationship concerns. Additionally, composer S.D. Burman reportedly declined to work on Hare Rama Hare Krishna over its controversial storyline, as recounted by Dev Anand's associate Mohan Churiwala.