Veteran Bollywood actor Manoj Kumar passed away on April 4th at the age of 87. His funeral was attended by numerous film stars, including Dharmendra, who bid farewell to his longtime friend. Dharmendra subsequently shared an emotional post on social media, reminiscing about their friendship.
Entertainment Desk: Bollywood's legendary actor Manoj Kumar is no more. He breathed his last on the morning of April 4th at the age of 87. His funeral was attended by many big stars from the film industry, who paid their respects to their beloved actor with tearful eyes. Dharmendra, one of his closest friends, attended the funeral and has now shared his grief through an emotional post on social media.
Emotional Dharmendra Shares Throwback Photo
Dharmendra shared an unseen throwback photo on his social media account, showing him and Manoj Kumar smiling together, holding an award. Along with the photo, Dharmendra wrote, "Manoj, my friend, every moment spent with you will be deeply missed." This short message reflects the depth of their friendship and the shared memories of many years. In the picture, Dharmendra is seen in a suit, while Manoj Kumar is in a simple shirt and pants.
Manoj Kumar Supported Dharmendra, Giving Him Courage to Persevere
The friendship between Dharmendra and Manoj Kumar extended beyond the silver screen. Both entered the film industry around the same time. There was a time when Dharmendra, tired of struggling, was considering returning to his village. It was Manoj Kumar who counselled him, encouraged him, and advised him to stay in Mumbai. Even after both achieved stardom, their friendship remained b. Today, with Manoj Kumar gone, Dharmendra is immersed in memories.
Not Frequent Co-stars, But Bound by Heart
Although Dharmendra and Manoj Kumar did not work together in many films, their friendship was exemplary in the industry. Manoj Kumar established his identity through socially conscious and patriotic films like 'Upkar', 'Purab Aur Paschim', and 'Roti Kapda Aur Makaan', while Dharmendra built his career through action and romantic roles. Despite this, there was never any competition between them; only respect and affection remained.
Bollywood Legends Bid Farewell to Manoj Kumar
When Manoj Kumar's last rites were performed on Saturday, many Bollywood stars came to pay their respects. Amitabh Bachchan, Prem Chopra, Dharmendra, and many other actors bid him a tearful farewell. While Manoj Kumar may no longer be with us, his contributions and the stories of his friendships will live on.
The Passing of Manoj Kumar Marks the End of an Era
Manoj Kumar, famously known as "Bharat Kumar," gave a new direction to Hindi cinema. His patriotic characters are still alive in the memories of people. Now that he is gone, it feels like a void for his admirers and friends. Dharmendra's post testifies that true friendship knows no bounds of time or age.
