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'Felt Embarrassed to Be Called Good Looking': Dharmendra Dies at 89

Dharmendra starred in over 300 films across six decades and received the Padma Bhushan award in 2012 for his contribution to Indian cinema.

  • On Monday, Bollywood actor Dharmendra died in Mumbai aged 89, a senior police official confirmed after speaking with his doctor.
  • Over six decades, Dharmendra acted in more than 300 films, starred in iconic roles like Sholay, earned the Padma Bhushan, and briefly served in Parliament as a Bharatiya Janata Party lawmaker.
  • His on-screen chemistry with Hema Malini translated into a real-life marriage despite reports he never divorced Prakash Kaur, while fans continued to cheer for "Garam Dharam" and he produced films starring sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol with nephew Abhay Deol also in the industry.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered condolences, calling Dharmendra's death the end of an era and noting his diverse roles struck a chord; Dharmendra is survived by his wives, children and grandchildren.
  • He continued acting into his eighties, with a notable 2023 role in Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, while his 'He-Man' nickname and farm and social media following reflected his lasting appeal.
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Bollywood's "He-Man," Dharmendra, breathed his last in Mumbai at the age of 89. Today, we'll tell you how a simple village boy became a Bollywood superstar and starred in over 300 films. Most people admired his vivacious spirit and his approach to life. Dharmendra, coming from a village, dominated the film industry through hard work and struggle, but his village and farmland never left his heart.

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