Remembering Dharmendra: A Fearless Icon of Indian Cinema

A Tribute to Dharmendra

Dharmendra, a legendary figure in Indian cinema, has left behind a treasure trove of stories shared by those who knew him well. On November 24th, we reflect on his remarkable life and career. Recently, actor and director Satyajit Puri recounted a fascinating incident that highlighted Dharmendra's fearless nature when confronted by the underworld.

Unyielding Spirit Against Threats
Puri shared in an interview with Friday Talkies how Dharmendra boldly confronted gangsters, warning them to be cautious of his "army from Punjab." He reminisced, "During that era, the underworld was quite powerful. Many actors would tremble at their calls. However, Dharmendra and his family stood their ground. He would assert, 'If you dare to come, the whole of Sahnewal will rally from Punjab. You may have ten men, but I command an entire army.' He would confidently declare that a fleet of trucks would arrive to defend him. They never dared to cross him."

Iconic Filmography
Dharmendra's illustrious career includes classics such as "Shola Aur Shabnam" (1961), "Bandini" (1963), "Haqiqat" (1964), "Mera Gaon Mera Desh" (1971), "Sholay" (1975), "Chupke Chupke", "Dream Girl" (1977), and "Shalimar" (1978).

Recent Projects
The 89-year-old star was last featured in the romantic comedy "Teri Baatein Mein Aisa Ulza Jiya," directed by Amit Joshi, alongside Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, with Dimple Kapadia, Rakesh Bedi, and Rajesh Kumari also in the cast. Additionally, he is set to appear in the upcoming film "Ekkis" (2025), featuring Agastya Nanda in the lead role.

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