'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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Dharmendra, iconic Bollywood actor and Indian cinema’s ‘He-Man,’ dies at 89
Dharmendra, a beloved star of Indian cinema, has died at 89. Known for his versatile roles in the 1970s and 1980s, he became a defining presence in Bollywood. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences, calling him an iconic film personality.…
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.
Dharmendra, iconic Bollywood actor and Indian cinema’s ‘He-Man,’ dies at 89
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Dharmendra, iconic Bollywood actor and Indian cinema’s ‘He-Man,’ dies at 89
NEW DELHI — Dharmendra, one of Indian cinema’s most popular stars whose versatile performances made him a defining screen presence of 1970s and 1980s Bollywood films, died Monday. He was 89. Read more...
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