For a time, Devdas lives in a brothel and associates with a courtesan (high class prostitute).

The word prostitute is often described in a insulting way and may be offensive to some.

Occasional slaps in the face.

There are various arguments throughought the film some more explicit than others

Devdas coughs up blood from his mouth in a scene revealing him to be severely ill from his alcoholism. The blood is only seen for about two seconds, but its appearance is quite graphic - some viewers may find it distressing.

There are a few references to brothels and prostitutes in general.

At least one use of the word "damn".

At least one use of the word bastard.

Frequent consumption of and references to alcohol, in a way opposite to encouraging.

Devdas is shown smoking.

The whole movie itself is not one based on a extremely happy and unrealistic story, but is shown in a more professional way making the parts which may not be so frightening or intense more to a higher level then which they actually are.

In two scenes, Devdas sets fire to homes. No one is shown harmed.

The ending scene may be frightening or intense for some.