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Some Lesser Known Facts About Dharmendra

• Did Dharmendra quit smoking in 1983?

• Is Dharmendra a drinker of alcohol? Yes.

• As a child, he displayed a strong aversion towards attending school and frequently pleaded with his mother to exempt him from going.

• Because he lacked interest in studies, he was only able to complete his education up to the 12th standard.

• Dharmendra developed a keen interest in movies right from the start, and he frequently shared his fascination with his mother. As he entered his teenage years, Dharmendra…

• Following his mother’s suggestion, he submitted his portfolio to Filmfare’s new talent hunt. Interestingly, Dharmendra’s portfolio was created by Jaan Mohammed (John & Sons) in Malerkotla, as an advertisement by Bimal Roy and Guru Dutt for a film.

• Dharmendra, the recipient of the prestigious ‘New Talent Hunt’ award by Filmfare magazine, embarked on his inaugural journey to Mumbai in pursuit of career opportunities.

• At the young age of 19, Dharmendra tied the knot with his first wife, Parkash Kaur, in 1954. Joining him on his journey were his wife, Parkash Kaur, and their son, Bobby Deol.

• Dharmendra made his debut as a lone protagonist in Phool Aur Patthar (1966), marking his first venture into the action genre. The movie went on to achieve remarkable success, emerging as the top-grossing film of 1966. Additionally, Dharmendra earned his inaugural Filmfare nomination for Best Actor for his performance in the film.

• gain recognition in the 1960s as their association frequently grabbed attention in the media. There were also rumors suggesting that Meena Kumari played a pivotal role in elevating Dharmendra’s status among the top-notch actors of Bollywood during that era.

• By 1975, Dharmendra had established himself as a versatile actor, showcasing his talent in romantic, comedic, and action roles.

• He achieved great success when he teamed up with Hema Malini, who would eventually become his wife.

• Both of Dharmendra’s sons, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, were introduced to the film industry by him. Sunny Deol made his debut in the movie “Betaab,” while Bobby Deol was launched in “Barsaat” (1995). Additionally, Dharmendra also played a pivotal role in launching his nephew, Abhay Deol, in the film “Socha Na Tha” (2005).

• Dharmendra is an ardent admirer of the renowned singer and actor Suraiya. During an interview, he disclosed that he had seen her film ‘Dillagi’ (1949) over 40 times, going to great lengths by walking several miles to the nearest cinema hall in his hometown of Sahnewal. Additionally, he paid his respects by attending her funeral when she passed away in 2004.

• According to reports, Dharmendra is rumored to have developed romantic feelings for Hema Malini while filming ‘Sholay’ in 1975. Allegedly, whenever there was a scene requiring close proximity with Hema Malini, Dharmendra would allegedly attempt to influence the light boys by offering bribes, causing disruptions in the lighting setup. This would result in multiple retakes, allowing him to spend more time in her presence.
• Hema Malini’s parents were opposed to her marrying Dharmendra due to his existing marriage. Despite this, on the day of her wedding to actor Jeetendra in Madras, Dharmendra made an unexpected appearance at the marriage venue. Hema’s father forcefully removed Dharmendra from the hall. Consequently, Hema Malini decided against marrying Jeetendra and eventually tied the knot with Dharmendra.

• While filming Sholay, Dharmendra initially saw Amitabh Bachchan as a newcomer. However, their relationship grew immensely and they ultimately became the epitome of friendship in Bollywood.

• During the making of the 1975 film ‘Pratigya,’ the choreographer assigned to the song ‘Main Jat Yamla Pagla Deewana’ became frustrated with teaching Dharmendra the precise dance steps. Consequently, Dharmendra took matters into his own hands and showcased his distinctive and instinctive dance style.

• During an event, Dilip Kumar, a veteran actor, expressed that Dharmendra is the most attractive man he has ever laid eyes on. He remarked, “God must have taken his time creating him.”