Superstar Dharmendra: A Look at His Life, Education, and Filmography
Dharmendra is a highly acclaimed actor in Hindi cinema, with millions of fans worldwide. Beyond his successful acting career, he achieved prominence in politics, representing the people of Bikaner, Rajasthan in the Lok Sabha for five years after winning the election in 2004 on a BJP ticket. Many are familiar with Dharmendra's life and achievements. Born in India, he launched his acting career in the 1960s, earning accolades for his dialogue delivery and performances in films. Even today, his popularity remains b, with countless fans eagerly awaiting his films.
Birth and Early Education
Dharmendra was born in the village of Nasrali, Ludhiana. His father, Keval Kishan Singh, was a government mathematics teacher, and his mother's name was Satwant Kaur. He spent his childhood in Sahnewal village, where he received his primary education at his father's school. Dharmendra was known for his mischievous nature from a young age. He attended Arya High School in Ferozepur and Ramgarhia School in Ludhiana, towns where his paternal aunts lived. Tragically, during the era of terrorism, while filming the movie "Jat Te Zameen" in Ludhiana, he was shot and killed by terrorists.
Dharmendra's Personal Life
Dharmendra married twice. His first wife was Prakash Kaur, whom he married at the age of 19 in 1954. They had three children: Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, and a daughter, Ajita Deol. Both sons are actors in Hindi cinema, while his daughter resides abroad after marriage.
Dharmendra's second wife is the renowned Hindi film actress and "dream girl" Hema Malini. To marry Hema Malini, Dharmendra converted to Islam. They have two daughters, Esha and Ahana Deol, both of whom are married. Dharmendra's ancestral village, Sahnewal, is now a town, located in Ludhiana district.
Dharmendra's Acting Career
The versatile actor Dharmendra successfully portrayed a range of characters, from a simple, honest hero in films like "Satyakam" to an action hero in "Sholay" and a comedic actor in "Chupke-Chupke." Since his debut in the 1960s film "Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere," Dharmendra remained a prominent figure in the film industry for three decades. He only completed his matriculation education. His passion for films began during his school days, when he saw the film "Dillagi" (1949) more than 40 times.
Instead of attending classes, Dharmendra often found himself at the cinema. Before entering films, he worked as a clerk at the Railways, earning about Rs. 150 per month. His film career began after winning the "Filmfare Magazine New Talent Award." He moved from Punjab to Mumbai in search of work. His first film was "Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere" in 1960, followed by "Boyfriend" in 1961, where he appeared as a co-actor, and then he worked in several romantic films from 1960 to 1967.
Dharmendra's filmography includes "Naukar Biwi Ka," "Jugnu," "Aazad," and "Sholay." His first action film was "Phool Aur Patthar" (1966), which established him as an action hero. Later, in 1971, he appeared in the action film "Mera Gaon Mera Desh."
In 1966, the film "Phool Aur Patthar" became the highest-grossing film of the year, and Dharmendra received his first Filmfare nomination for Best Actor. After 1975, he continued working in both romantic and action films. During this period, he also acted in several comedy films, including "Tum Haseen Main Jawan," "Do Chor," "Chupke-Chupke," "Dillagi," and "Naukar Biwi Ka." His most successful on-screen partner was his wife, Hema Malini. They appeared together in many films, including "Raja Jani," "Seeta Aur Geeta," "Sharafat," "Naya Zamana," "Pathar Aur Paayal," "Dost," "Charas," "Maa," and "Chacha Bhatija." "Tum Haseen Main Jawan," "Jugnu," "Aazad," and "Sholay," which was declared one of the top 25 must-watch Bollywood films of all time by The Times of India. In 2005, at the 50th annual Filmfare Awards, "Sholay" was awarded the Filmfare Best Film of 50 Years award.
Dharmendra's Filmography
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