Dharmendra passes away at 89
Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra passed away in Mumbai at the age of 89. Filmmaker Karan Johar confirmed the demise in an emotional social media post.
Celebrities attend Pawan Hans crematorium
Several prominent film personalities, including Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, and Sanjay Dutt, arrived at the Pawan Hans Crematorium. (Photo credit: Uma Kadam)
Karan Johar confirms actor’s demise
Actor Dharmendra’s fans and members of the media gathered in large numbers outside the Vile Parle, Pawan Hans Cemetery on Monday to pay their respects and offer a final tribute to the legendary actor. (Photo credit: Uma Kadam)
Dharmendra debut film: Dil Bhi Tera
Dharmendra made his debut in 1960 with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere. He first gained popularity in the mid-1960s for films such as Phool Aur Patthar, and Aaye Din Bahar Ke.
Six-decade career in Bollywood
In a career spanning over six decades, Dharmendra has given several memorable performances in several films. Some of the films Dharmendra acted in include Ayee Milan Ki Bela, Phool Aur Patthar, Aaye Din Bahar Ke, Seeta Aur Geeta, and Raja Jani.
Sholay became cultural phenomenon
Dharmendra’s movie Sholay became a cultural phenomenon after its release on August 15, 1975, a remarkable year for Indian cinema that also saw the release of films like Deewar, Aandhi, Nishant, and Chupke Chupke. (Photo credit: Uma Kadam)
Notable films: Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta
Films like Jugnu, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Dost, Sholay, Pratigya, Charas, and Dharam Veer were among his notable works.
Dharmendra’s most recent project revealed
The veteran actor's most recent project was the Shahid Kapoor-Kriti Sanon’s romantic comedy “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya”.
Actor received Padma Bhushan from President
Dharmendra receiving the Padma Bhushan from President Pratibha Patil at the Padma Awards ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. (File photo)
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