Dharmendra

  • Veteran Actor Dharmendra

    Veteran Actor Dharmendra's Extraordinary Dedication: An 18-Hour Journey Through Pain for Party Loyalty

    Dec 11, 2025 11:29 pm CST

    Discover how legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra demonstrated remarkable loyalty by flying 18 hours from America to India while recovering from knee replacement surgery to support his party during a crucial 2008 trust vote, revealing the true character of the screen icon through the eyes of his 21-year companion Sudhir Kumar Singh.

  • Amit Shah Honors Dharmendra

    Amit Shah Honors Dharmendra's Legacy: "A Patriot with a Pure Heart" at Delhi Prayer Meet

    Dec 11, 2025 08:57 pm CST

    Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra at a prayer meeting in Delhi, highlighting his versatility as an actor, patriotism, and humble beginnings. The 89-year-old superstar, known for iconic roles in 'Sholay' and 'Chupke Chupke,' passed away on November 24 after a brief illness, leaving behind a rich cinematic legacy celebrated by politicians and fans alike.

  • Remembering Dharmendra: How a Love for Puran Poli Revealed the Bollywood Legend

    Remembering Dharmendra: How a Love for Puran Poli Revealed the Bollywood Legend's Extraordinary Humility

    Nov 25, 2025 01:46 pm CST

    Discover the touching story of how Bollywood icon Dharmendra's love for Maharashtra's traditional sweet dish puran poli became central to a political maneuver that revealed his exceptional character. Former MLC Shrikant Joshi shares a heartwarming memory of the late actor's gracious response when faced with a deliberately orchestrated delay, showcasing the legendary star's humility, patience, and profound understanding of public service that defined his character beyond the silver screen.

  • Sharad Pawar Honors Dharmendra

    Sharad Pawar Honors Dharmendra's Legacy: How the Iconic 'Sholay' Water Tank Scene Lives On in Political Protests

    Nov 24, 2025 09:55 pm CST

    Veteran politician Sharad Pawar pays tribute to Bollywood legend Dharmendra, who passed away just before his 90th birthday. Pawar specifically highlighted how the actor's iconic 'water tank' scene from the classic film 'Sholay' continues to inspire political demonstrations across India today, demonstrating the lasting cultural impact of Dharmendra's 65-year career spanning over 300 films.

  • Dharmendra: Legendary Bollywood Actor and His Brief Political Journey as BJP MP

    Dharmendra: Legendary Bollywood Actor and His Brief Political Journey as BJP MP

    Nov 24, 2025 05:38 pm CST

    Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra, awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2012, passed away at 89 in Mumbai. Beyond his iconic film career as Hindi cinema's 'he-man', he served briefly as BJP's Lok Sabha MP from Bikaner, though he eventually stepped away from politics, citing regret for joining. His legacy continues through his family, including wife Hema Malini and children Sunny, Bobby and Esha Deol.