If you ask anyone about his or her favourite film star, depending on the generation to which the respondent belongs, the answer could be any of these – Dilip Kumar, Dev Anand, Raj Kapoor – then Shammi Kapoor, Rajendra Kumar, Sunil Dutt – then Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh, Shashi Kapoor- then the three Khans and to the present lot of Ranveer, Ranbir and Varun! But seldom would you hear Dharmendra being mentioned as one’s favourite star!
Notwithstanding the above, Dharmendra remains the most loved film star, with movie lovers thronging to the theatres to watch his movies. Right from Phool aur Pathar to his last outing in Rocky and Rani ki Prem Kahani, the actor delivered what was lapped up by masses. His characters ( Veeru, Satyakam et al), dialogues ( kutte main tera khoon pi jaaoonga, Basanti in kutton ke saamne mat naachna), pairings ( especially with his life partner Hema but also with Rekha, Zeenat, Sharmila and Asha Parekh), cult movies ( Pratiggya, Sholay, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Satyakam, Chupke Chupke), and above his down to earth personality, deeply rooted in his native village, all added up to make him a star without any parallel! He was the original He-man, much before, gym sculpted bodies became the order of the day. But behind that tough exterior lied the heart of gold, ready to help anyone coming in his contact.
The way condolences are pouring in only reconfirms the adulation that the star enjoyed across the cross section of society. There will be stars – more famous, talented or idolised, but Dharmendras are born very rarely. His journey will continue to inspire millions of small town denizens, dreaming of making it big in Bollywood!
Dharmendras don’t die – they continue to live in the memories of people till eternity!
Arvind Arya blog 
Beautifully penned by the blogger, who took us down memory lane to commemorate the legendary actor Dharmendra — a true style icon blessed with countless qualities, and above all, one of the finest human beings in the film industry.
A hero who effortlessly portrayed romantic charm, rugged masculinity, and impeccable comic timing, as vividly seen in classics like Sholay and Chupke Chupke.
The blogger has wonderfully scripted this tribute, pouring his heart into capturing the essence and legacy of the great doyen, Dharmendra.
Rest in peace, our beloved hero. 🙏❤️Beautifully penned by the blogger, who took us down memory lane to commemorate the legendary actor Dharmendra — a true style icon blessed with countless qualities, and above all, one of the finest human beings in the film industry.
A hero who effortlessly portrayed romantic charm, rugged masculinity, and impeccable comic timing, as vividly seen in classics like Sholay and Chupke Chupke.
The blogger has wonderfully scripted this tribute, pouring his heart into capturing the essence and legacy of the great doyen, Dharmendra.
Rest in peace, our beloved hero. 🙏❤️
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Babbar sir, your comments are so exhaustive and informative that my blog pales in front of them. Thanks for your encouragement
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So true Sir.He will remain a part of us i.e the generation of 50s/ 60s and may be 70 s too.
He was a simpleton with no airs of a super star.Totally grounded to Mother Earth.
And when ever the above decade generations would think with nostalgia about Bollywood,somewhere Dharmendra would emerge from the depths of our being,making those moments full of happiness and a sense of well being.
May he rest in Eternally Peace
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