Veteran actor Dharmendra, popularly known as the ‘He-Man of Bollywood’, passed away at the age of 89 on November 24. His sudden death left the film industry in deep shock. Doctors had been treating him for a prolonged illness, and he spent several days at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital before being brought back home for further medical care.
His family confirmed the news through an official statement. Dharmendra is survived by his wife Hema Malini, his sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, daughters Esha and Ahana Deol, and grandchildren including Karan, Rajveer, and Abhay Deol.
Industry Reacts to Dharmendra’s Demise
Dharmendra’s death created a wave of grief across the film fraternity. Fans and colleagues expressed their sorrow as soon as the news broke. Many remembered his warmth, humility, and unmatched screen presence. Dharmendra had completed more than six decades in Indian cinema and appeared in hundreds of films that shaped Bollywood’s golden era.
His roles in action, romance, and comedy movies earned him a special place among Indian audiences. His legacy now continues through his children and grandchildren, who are part of the entertainment industry. His contributions remain unforgettable for generations of film lovers.
Iconic Dialogues That Defined Dharmendra’s Stardom
- Basanti, in kutton ke saamne mat naachna ! – Film: Sholay (1975)
- “Kutte, kaminey! Main tera khoon pee jaunga!” – Film: Yaadon Ki Baaraat (1973)
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“Jo darr gaya, samjho marr gaya!” – Film: Sholay (1975)
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“Kabhi zameen se baat ki hai Thakur? Yeh zameen humaari maa hai.” – Film: Ghulami (1985)
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“Agar taqdeer mein maut likhi hai toh koi bacha nahi sakta. Agar zindagi likhi hai toh koi maay ka laal maar nahi sakta.” – Film: Dharam Veer (1977)
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“Yeh duniya bahut buri hai Shaanti… jo kuch deti hai, bura banne ke baad deti hai.” – Film: Phool Aur Patthar (1966)
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“Uma ji, kabhi chupke se aaine ke saamne jaakar apni hansi dekhiye… bahut khoobsurat lagti hai.” – Film: Anupama (1966)
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“Agar t-o ‘to’ hota hai, to g-o ‘go’ kyu nahi hota?” – Film: Chupke Chupke (1975)
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“Pehle ek Hindustani ko samajh jao, Hindi apne aap aa jaayegi.” – Film: Apne (2007)
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“Oye ilaaka kutton ka hota hai, sher ka nahi!” – Film: Yamla Pagla Deewana (2011)
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“Tere ghar mein calendar hai? ’97 dekh le… ’98 tu dekh nahi payega.” – Film: Loha (1997)
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“Bada aadmi woh nahi hota jiske paas paisa ho… bada aadmi woh hota hai jiske paas dil ho.” – Film: Anpadh (1962)
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“Na main girta hoon, na mujhe koi gira sakta hai… main insaan hoon, paththar nahi.” – Film: Loafer (1973)
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“Dil bhi hai, dard bhi hai… aur dono ke beech main hoon.” – Film: Dream Girl (1977)
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“Himmat se kaam lo… darr ko ghar ki dehleez ke bahar chhod do.” – Film: (Popular Dharmendra motivational line used widely in shows/interviews)
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