Dev Anand can act as well. It was only that is style is so overwhelming that it overshadows his acting abilities and directors also tried to encash his charm and persona rather than his acting ability.
But he could be equally brilliant as an actor. Guide(Best actor Filmfare) Kala Pani Kala Bazaar Hare Rama Hare Krishna
These movies are milestones. Dev is Dev.. the one and only.
