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Dharmendra | |
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 Dharmendra in 2023 | |
| Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha | |
| In office 13 May 2004 – 16 May 2009 | |
| Preceded by | Rameshwar Lal Dudi |
| Succeeded by | Arjun Ram Meghwal |
| Constituency | Bikaner |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol 8 December 1935 Sahnewal, Punjab, British India (present-day Punjab, India) |
| Nationality | British Indian (1935–1947) Indian (1947–present) |
| Political party | Bharatiya Janata Party |
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| Children | 6; (including Sunny, Bobby and Esha) |
| Relatives | See Deol family |
| Alma mater | Ramgarhia College, Phagwara Panjab University, Chandigarh |
| Occupation |
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| Awards | Padma Bhushan (2012) |
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Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol (born 8 December 1935) is an Indian actor, producer, and politician who is primarily known for his work in Hindi films. Nicknamed the "He-Man" of Bollywood, Dharmendra is widely regarded to be amongst the most handsome Indian actors of his time.[1][2][3][4][5] In 2012, he received the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian honour, from the Government of India.[6] Dharmendra has worked in over 300 films in a career spanning over six decades.[7][8] He is considered one of the most successful actors in the history of Hindi cinema.[9][10]
After making his debut in a small film, Dharmendra first gained popularity in the mid-1960s for films, such as Ayee Milan Ki Bela, Kaajal, Phool Aur Patthar among others.[11] He then achieved greater stardom in later years, dubbed India's Garam Dharam for several of his on-screen roles in Hindi films. He consistently starred in top grossing Hindi films since the late 1960s to 1980s, including Ankhen, Shikar, Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke, Jeevan Mrityu, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Seeta Aur Geeta, Raja Jani, Jugnu, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Dost, Sholay, Pratiggya, Charas, Dharam Veer, Chacha Bhatija, Azaad, Ram Balram, Kaatilon Ke Kaatil, Ghulami, Hukumat, Aag Hi Aag, Elaan-E-Jung and Tahalka,[12][13][14] as well as some of his most acclaimed performances, include Anpadh, Bandini, Haqeeqat, Anupama, Mamta, Majhli Didi, Satyakam, Samadhi, Resham Ki Dori, Chupke Chupke, Dillagi and The Burning Train.[15][16]
Beginning in the late 1990s, he appeared in character roles in several successful and acclaimed films, such as Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya, Life in a... Metro, Apne, Johnny Gaddaar, Yamla Pagla Deewana, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.[17][18][19]
In 1997, he received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to Bollywood. He was a member of the 15th Lok Sabha of India, representing the Bikaner constituency in Rajasthan from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).[20]
- ^ "Dharmendra, who was voted as one of the most handsome men in the 70s, is seen with his daughter Vijetta Deol at their residence". The Times of India. Retrieved 4 August 2023.
- ^ "When Dharmendra was compared to a Hollywood star who he didn't recognise". Hindustan Times. 23 January 2022. Retrieved 4 August 2023.
- ^ "Dharmendra most handsome actor in Bollywood: Arjun Rampal". The Indian Express. 16 June 2015. Retrieved 4 August 2023.
- ^ "Madhuri Dixit: Dharmendra the most handsome person". NDTV. Retrieved 4 August 2023.
- ^ "Salman Khan calls Dharmendra 'the most beautiful looking man'". The Indian Express. 16 November 2021. Retrieved 4 August 2023.
- ^ "Dharmendra, Shabana awarded Padma Bhushan". Hindustan Times. 4 April 2012. Retrieved 5 August 2023.
- ^ "10 unknown and interesting facts about Bollywood's He-Man, Dharmendra". The Times of India. 8 December 2017. Retrieved 25 June 2020.
- ^ "Dharmendra turns 80! 10 stories you probably never knew about the 'He-Man'". India TV. 7 December 2015. Retrieved 25 June 2020.
- ^ "Happy Birthday Dharmendra – Bollywood's first 'He-man'". Free Press Journal. 8 December 2016. Retrieved 25 June 2020.
- ^ "Dharmendra - An actor & a gentleman". Filmfare. Retrieved 25 June 2020.
- ^ "Blast from the past: When Dharmendra went shirtless in Phool Aur Patthar | Filmfare.com". www.filmfare.com.
- ^ "Rewind - Sixty Years Of Dharmendra". Box Office India. 24 November 2020.
- ^ "Blockbusters Of Twenty-Five Years (1973-1997)". 13 October 2023.
- ^ "Dharmendra becomes only superstar with top box office films across 7 decades". 25 October 2023.
- ^ "All muscle, all heart: Dharmendra". www.rediff.com.
- ^ "Dharmendra Turns 88: From 'Anupama' To 'Sholay', 10 Films That Define His Timeless Legacy". 8 December 2023.
- ^ "Dharmendra (Filmography)". Box Office India.
- ^ "Review: Johnny Gaddaar is a delicious thriller". CNN-IBN. 29 September 2007. Archived from the original on 15 April 2009.
- ^ "Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani Emerges HIT Due to Overseas". Box Office India. Archived from the original on 24 August 2023. Retrieved 24 August 2023.
- ^ "Padma Awards". pib. 27 January 2013. Archived from the original on 24 May 2013. Retrieved 16 August 2015.