As a child, Devdas is light hearted and loves the simple pleasures of rural life like flying kites, fishing and boating.
Gradually, as he grows up he gets attracted to the urban life in Calcutta. He meets Chandramukhi and as time passes distances himself from Paro.
Unfortunately, when he realizes Paro's love for him it is too late. He then has to lead a life of misery to win back his lady love.