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	\| birth_place = Nasrali, Ludhiana, Punjab, British India		\| birth_place = Nasrali, Ludhiana, Punjab, British India
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	}}'''Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol''' ''(Dharmendra)'' is a legendary [[Indian]] actor, film producer, and politician. He is affectionately referred to as the "He-Man of Bollywood" and is regarded as one of the most attractive and prosperous actors in Indian film history.		}}'''Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol''' ''(Dharmendra)'' was a legendary [[Indian]] actor, film producer, and politician. He is affectionately referred to as the "He-Man of Bollywood" and is regarded as one of the most attractive and prosperous actors in Indian film history.

	Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere marked the beginning of his cinematic career in 1960. Dharmendra rose to prominence in Hindi cinema during the 1960s and 1980s, starring in popular films like Phool Aur Patthar, Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta, Jugnu, Raja Jani, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, and Dharam Veer. He was adored by people of all ages and played both romantic and action parts.		Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere marked the beginning of his cinematic career in 1960. Dharmendra rose to prominence in Hindi cinema during the 1960s and 1980s, starring in popular films like Phool Aur Patthar, Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta, Jugnu, Raja Jani, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, and Dharam Veer. He was adored by people of all ages and played both romantic and action parts.
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	* '''2017 –''' Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Nobel Award (Mumbai).		* '''2017 –''' Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Nobel Award (Mumbai).
	* '''2020 –''' Lifetime Achievement Award by the State of New Jersey, United States.		* '''2020 –''' Lifetime Achievement Award by the State of New Jersey, United States.

			== Death ==
			Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra died early on November 24, 2025, following a protracted health battle. The renowned "He-Man" of Indian cinema, who passed away at the age of 89, left behind a lasting legacy of classic movies, enduring performances, and decades of entertainment contributions. Millions of fans and the film industry are in deep mourning as his passing signals the end of an era in Hindi cinema.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Veteran Actor Dharmendra Passes Away at 89 \|url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/news/bollywood/veteran-actor-dharmendra-passes-away-at-89_-79088.amp \|access-date=2025-11-24 \|website=filmfare.com \|language=en}}</ref>

	== External Links ==		== External Links ==

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	Dharmendra holds the record for the most successful Hindi films, having starred in over 300 films over the course of his lengthy career spanning more than 60 years. He gave eight successful films in a single year in 1973 and nine in 1987, which is still a record.		Dharmendra holds the record for the most successful Hindi films, having starred in over 300 films over the course of his lengthy career spanning more than 60 years. He gave eight successful films in a single year in 1973 and nine in 1987, which is still a record.

	In recognition of his significant contribution to Indian cinema, he was given the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997. In 2012, he was given the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors.		In recognition of his significant contribution to Indian cinema, he was given the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997. In 2012, he was given the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors. He later made appearances in popular contemporary films such as Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Yamla Pagla Deewana, Life in a... Metro, and Apne.

			In addition to his work in film, Dharmendra entered politics and represented the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as a Member of Parliament from Bikaner, Rajasthan. In addition to his acting prowess and attractive appearance, Dharmendra is also admired for his humility and affection for his followers.
	~~He later made appearances in popular contemporary films such as Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Yamla Pagla Deewana, Life in a... Metro, and Apne.~~

	In addition to his work in film, Dharmendra entered politics and represented the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as a Member of Parliament from Bikaner, Rajasthan.

	In addition to his acting prowess and attractive appearance, Dharmendra is also admired for his humility and affection for his followers.

	== Early Life & Education ==		== Early Life & Education ==

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	}}'''Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol''' ''(Dharmendra)'' is a legendary [[Indian]] actor, film producer, and politician. He is ~~lovingly known~~ as the ~~“He~~-Man of ~~Bollywood”~~ and is ~~considered~~ one of the most ~~handsome~~ and ~~successful stars~~ in ~~the~~ history ~~of Indian cinema~~.		}}'''Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol''' ''(Dharmendra)'' is a legendary [[Indian]] actor, film producer, and politician. He is affectionately referred to as the "He-Man of Bollywood" and is regarded as one of the most attractive and prosperous actors in Indian film history.

	~~He started his film career in 1960 with~~ Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere. In the 1960s to 1980s, ~~Dharmendra became one of the most~~ popular ~~heroes of Hindi~~ films~~, giving many hit movies such as~~ Phool Aur Patthar, Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta, Jugnu, Raja Jani, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, and Dharam Veer. He ~~acted in~~ both ~~action and~~ romantic ~~roles~~ and ~~was loved by all age groups~~.		Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere marked the beginning of his cinematic career in 1960. Dharmendra rose to prominence in Hindi cinema during the 1960s and 1980s, starring in popular films like Phool Aur Patthar, Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta, Jugnu, Raja Jani, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, and Dharam Veer. He was adored by people of all ages and played both romantic and action parts.

	~~Over his long career of more than six decades~~, ~~Dharmendra has appeared~~ in over 300 films ~~and holds the record for~~ the ~~highest number~~ of ~~hit movies in Hindi cinema~~. ~~In 1973, he~~ gave eight ~~hit~~ films in a single year, and in 1987, ~~nine successful movies —~~ a record ~~that still stands~~.		Dharmendra holds the record for the most successful Hindi films, having starred in over 300 films over the course of his lengthy career spanning more than 60 years. He gave eight successful films in a single year in 1973 and nine in 1987, which is still a record.

	~~He received~~ the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997 ~~for his great contribution to Indian cinema and~~ was ~~honored with~~ the Padma Bhushan ~~in 2012~~, one of ~~India’s~~ highest civilian ~~awards~~.		In recognition of his significant contribution to Indian cinema, he was given the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997. In 2012, he was given the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors.

	~~Later, he also appeared in successful modern films like Apne, Yamla Pagla Deewana, Life in a... Metro, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.~~

	~~Apart from~~ films, ~~Dharmendra also entered politics and served as~~ a ~~Member of Parliament from Bikaner~~, ~~Rajasthan, representing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)~~.		He later made appearances in popular contemporary films such as Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Yamla Pagla Deewana, Life in a... Metro, and Apne.

	Dharmendra ~~is admired not only for~~ his acting and ~~good looks but~~ also for his ~~humble nature~~ and ~~love~~ for his ~~fans~~.		In addition to his work in film, Dharmendra entered politics and represented the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as a Member of Parliament from Bikaner, Rajasthan.

			In addition to his acting prowess and attractive appearance, Dharmendra is also admired for his humility and affection for his followers.

	== Early Life & Education ==		== Early Life & Education ==

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	== Early Life & Education ==		== Early Life & Education ==
	Dharmendra was born as Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol on 8 December 1935 in Nasrali village, Ludhiana district, Punjab, British India. He belongs to a Punjabi Jat family. His father, Kewal Krishan Singh Deol, was a school headmaster~~, and his mother’s name was Satwant Kaur~~. Dharmendra ~~spent his childhood~~ in the village ~~of Sahnewal~~, ~~near~~ Ludhiana.		Dharmendra was born as Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol on 8 December 1935 in Nasrali village, Ludhiana district, Punjab, British India. He belongs to a Punjabi Jat family. His mother was Satwant Kaur, and his father, Kewal Krishan Singh Deol, was a school headmaster. Dharmendra grew up in the Sahnewal village, which is close to Ludhiana.

	~~He studied~~ at Government Senior Secondary School, Lalton Kalan, Ludhiana, where ~~his father worked~~. ~~He completed his matriculation in~~ 1952 ~~from Phagwara~~, when schools in Punjab ~~were under Panjab~~ University, Chandigarh~~. Later~~, he ~~attended~~ Ramgarhia College, Phagwara~~, affiliated with Panjab University~~. ~~From a young age,~~ Dharmendra ~~was fond of films and dreamt of becoming an actor, which led him to move~~ to Bombay (now Mumbai) to pursue a career in ~~cinema~~.		His father worked at Government Senior Secondary School in Lalton Kalan, Ludhiana, where he attended school. In 1952, when Punjabi schools were governed by Punjab University, Chandigarh, he graduated from Phagwara. He later studied at the Punjab University-affiliated Ramgarhia College in Phagwara. Dharmendra moved to Bombay (now Mumbai) to pursue a career in film because he had a strong love for movies and aspired to be an actor.

	== Career ==		== Career ==

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	== Career ==		== Career ==
	==1960–1969: Early Career==		===1960–1969: Early Career===
	Dharmendra started his film career after winning a talent contest organized by Filmfare magazine. After relocating to Mumbai from Punjab, he debuted as an actor in Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere in 1960. Despite the failure of his early films, he quickly became well-known with Shola Aur Shabnam (1961), Anpadh (1962), and Bandini (1963).		Dharmendra started his film career after winning a talent contest organized by Filmfare magazine. After relocating to Mumbai from Punjab, he debuted as an actor in Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere in 1960. Despite the failure of his early films, he quickly became well-known with Shola Aur Shabnam (1961), Anpadh (1962), and Bandini (1963).

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	== Career ==		== Career ==
	1960–1969: Early Career and ~~Rise to Fame~~		==1960–1969: Early Career==
			Dharmendra started his film career after winning a talent contest organized by Filmfare magazine. After relocating to Mumbai from Punjab, he debuted as an actor in Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere in 1960. Despite the failure of his early films, he quickly became well-known with Shola Aur Shabnam (1961), Anpadh (1962), and Bandini (1963).

	~~Dharmendra started his~~ film ~~career after winning~~ a ~~talent contest organized by~~ Filmfare ~~magazine~~. He ~~moved from Punjab~~ to ~~Mumbai and made his acting debut~~ in ~~1960 with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere~~. ~~His early films did not do well~~, ~~but he soon gained attention with Shola Aur Shabnam (1961)~~, ~~Anpadh (1962)~~, and ~~Bandini (1963)~~.		Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964), a hit film that earned him a nomination for Filmfare, was his big break. His war movie Haqeeqat was a huge hit that same year. He became famous thanks to Phool Aur Patthar, who nominated him for Best Actor for the first time in 1966. Aaye Din Bahar Ke, Anupama, Devar, and Mamta were among his subsequent hits.

	~~His big break came with Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964)~~, ~~which was a hit and earned him a Filmfare nomination. The same year~~, ~~his war film Haqeeqat became a huge success. In 1966~~, ~~Phool Aur Patthar made him a superstar~~ and ~~earned him his first Best Actor nomination~~. He ~~followed this with more hits like Aaye Din Bahar Ke~~, ~~Anupama, Devar, and Mamta~~.		With hits like Shikar, Ankhen, Mere Hamdam Mere Dost, and Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke, Dharmendra rose to prominence in Bollywood by the late 1960s. He received great appreciation for his performance in Satyakam (1969), which is still regarded as one of his best.

	By the ~~late 1960s, Dharmendra had become one~~ of ~~Bollywood’s top heroes with major hits like Shikar~~, ~~Ankhen~~, ~~Mere Hamdam Mere Dost~~, and ~~Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke. His performance in Satyakam (1969) was highly praised and is still considered one of his best~~.		===1970–1977: Superstardom===
			Dharmendra's career peaked in the 1970s. He became a well-known action hero with a number of superhits, including Mera Gaon Mera Desh (1971), Tum Haseen Main Jawan, and Jeevan Mrityu.

	~~1970–1977: Superstardom~~		With hits like Seeta Aur Geeta, Raja Jani, Samadhi, Jugnu, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Dost, and Pratiggya, he rose to prominence as one of the decade's most well-liked celebrities. His action classic Sholay (1975) and comedy Chupke Chupke (1975) became timeless favorites and solidified his superstar status.

	~~In the 1970s~~, Dharmendra ~~reached~~ the ~~peak~~ of ~~his career. He gave several superhits such as Jeevan Mrityu, Tum Haseen Main Jawan, and Mera Gaon Mera Desh (1971), which established him as an action hero~~.		His success was sustained in 1977 by movies like Dream Girl, Chacha Bhatija, Dharam Veer, and Charas. Dharmendra was one of India's most well-known and adored actors by the end of the 1970s.

	~~He became one of~~ the ~~most popular stars~~ of the ~~decade with blockbusters like Seeta Aur Geeta~~, ~~Raja Jani~~, ~~Samadhi~~, ~~Jugnu~~, ~~Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Dost~~, and ~~Pratiggya~~. ~~His comedy Chupke Chupke (1975)~~ and ~~action classic Sholay (1975) became all-time favorites and cemented his superstar status~~.		===1978–1997: Continued Success===
			Dharmendra was still a well-liked star in the late 1970s and early 1980s, despite the fact that the quality of the movies varied. His hits include Rajput, Ghazab, Ghulami, Azaad, Dillagi, and The Burning Train. One of his most successful years was 1987, when he released a number of consecutive hits, including Hukumat, Aag Hi Aag, and Watan Ke Rakhwale.

	~~In 1977, films like Dharam Veer, Dream Girl, Chacha Bhatija, and Charas continued~~ his ~~success. By the end of the 1970s, Dharmendra was one of the biggest and most loved actors in India.~~		Although his appeal as a leading hero started to wane in the 1990s, he continued to make appearances in movies such as Kshatriya (1993) and Tahalka (1992). For his exceptional contribution to Indian cinema, he was given the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997.

	~~1978–1997: Continued Success and Later Years~~

	~~Though the quality of films varied in the late 1970s and 1980s, Dharmendra remained~~ a ~~popular star. He gave hits like Azaad, Dillagi, The Burning Train, Rajput, Ghazab, and Ghulami. In 1987, he delivered several back-~~to~~-back hits like Hukumat, Aag Hi Aag, and Watan Ke Rakhwale, making that one of his most successful years.~~

	In the 1990s, ~~his popularity as a lead hero began~~ to ~~fade, but he still appeared~~ in ~~films like Tahalka~~ (~~1992~~) and ~~Kshatriya~~ (~~1993~~). ~~In 1997~~, he ~~received~~ the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award ~~for his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema~~.

	===1998–Present: Character Roles and Comeback===		===1998–Present: Character Roles and Comeback===
	~~After 1998,~~ Dharmendra ~~started playing~~ character ~~and fatherly~~ roles. ~~His notable movies from this period include~~ Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998), Life in a... Metro (2007), Apne (2007), and Johnny Gaddaar (2007).		Dharmendra began portraying fatherly and character roles after 1998. Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998), Life in a... Metro (2007), Apne (2007), and Johnny Gaddaar (2007) are some of his well-known films from this era.

	He reunited with his sons Sunny and Bobby Deol for Yamla Pagla Deewana (~~2011~~)~~, which was a hit, though its sequels were less successful. Recently, he appeared in~~ Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023~~) and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (2024~~), both of which ~~performed well at the~~ box office.		Although its sequels were less successful, he reunited with his sons Sunny and Bobby Deol for the successful 2011 film Yamla Pagla Deewana. He most recently starred in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (2024) and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023), both of which had strong box office results.

	He will next be seen in Ikkis (2025), directed by Sriram Raghavan.		He will next be seen in Ikkis (2025), directed by Sriram Raghavan.

	=== Other Work ===		=== Other Work ===
	Dharmendra worked with many famous directors and actors, but his most successful on-screen pair was with Hema Malini, who later became his wife. ~~Together~~, ~~they acted in many hit films like Seeta Aur Geeta~~, Raja Jani, Jugnu, Dost, ~~Dream Girl~~, and Charas.		Dharmendra worked with many famous directors and actors, but his most successful on-screen pair was with Hema Malini, who later became his wife. They costarred in a number of popular movies, including Dream Girl, Raja Jani, Jugnu, Dost, Seeta Aur Geeta, and Charas.

	~~He also worked in~~ Punjabi ~~and Bengali~~ films, ~~including~~ Kankan De Ohle (1970~~) and Paari (1966~~).		Additionally, he contributed to Bengali and Punjabi films, such as Paari (1966) and Kankan De Ohle (1970).

	===Political Career===		===Political Career===
	~~Dharmendra entered politics~~ in 2004 ~~and became a Member of Parliament from Bikaner~~, ~~Rajasthan, representing~~ the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) until 2009. ~~He was criticized~~ for his ~~low~~ attendance in Parliament ~~but remained popular with the~~ public.		Beginning in 2004, Dharmendra represented the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as a member of parliament from Bikaner, Rajasthan, until 2009. Despite criticism for his poor attendance at Parliament, he continued to enjoy public support.

	===Television Career ===		===Television Career ===
	~~In 2011,~~ Dharmendra ~~became a judge on~~ the reality show ~~India’s~~ Got Talent (Season 3) ~~on Colors TV~~. ~~In 2023, he appeared~~ in the historical web series Taj: Divided by Blood ~~as Salim Chishti~~.		Dharmendra joined the judges of Colors TV's reality show India's Got Talent (Season 3) in 2011. He played Salim Chishti in the historical web series Taj: Divided by Blood in 2023.

	===Film Production===		===Film Production===
	~~In 1983~~, ~~Dharmendra started~~ his own production company, ~~Vijayta Films~~. ~~Its first film Betaab launched his~~ son Sunny Deol ~~and~~ was a ~~big hit~~. ~~Later, he~~ produced Ghayal ~~(1990)~~, which ~~won several Filmfare Awards and~~ a National Film Award. ~~In 1995, he produced Barsaat to launch~~ his younger son Bobby Deol, ~~which also became a superhit~~.		Dharmendra founded Vijayta Films, his own production company, in 1983. His son Sunny Deol was introduced in the first movie, Betaab, which was a huge success. He later produced the 1990 film Ghayal, which took home a National Film Award and multiple Filmfare Awards. To introduce his younger son Bobby Deol, he produced the hit song Barsaat in 1995.

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	== Notable Works ==		== Notable Works ==
	Dharmendra has acted in over 300 films across a wide range of genres, earning immense popularity for his versatility and screen presence. ~~Some of his most notable works include~~ the classic war drama ''Haqeeqat'' (1964~~), the romantic hit ''Phool Aur Patthar'' (1966~~), and the ~~critically acclaimed ''~~Satyakam'' (1969), which is ~~often considered~~ his best performance.		Dharmendra has acted in over 300 films across a wide range of genres, earning immense popularity for his versatility and screen presence. The romantic hit "Phool Aur Patthar" (1966), the classic war drama "Haqeeqat" (1964), and the highly regarded "Satyakam" (1969), which is frequently regarded as his best performance, are some of his most well-known works.

	~~He gained massive fame for his role~~ in ''Sholay'' (1975), one of the ~~greatest~~ and most ~~successful films~~ in Indian cinema history, ~~where his portrayal of the lovable yet brave Veeru became iconic~~. His ~~performances~~ in ''Anupama'' (1966), ''Mera Gaon Mera Desh'' (1971), ''Seeta Aur Geeta'' (1972), ''Jugnu'' (1973), and ''Chupke Chupke'' (1975) ~~further cemented~~ his ~~position~~ as one of ~~Bollywood’s finest~~ actors.		His performance as the endearing yet courageous Veeru in "Sholay" (1975), one of the best and most popular movies in Indian cinema history, brought him immense fame. His roles in "Anupama" (1966), "Mera Gaon Mera Desh" (1971), "Seeta Aur Geeta" (1972), "Jugnu" (1973), and "Chupke Chupke" (1975) solidified his status as one of Bollywood's best actors.

	In later years, he earned appreciation for his mature and heartfelt roles in films such as ''Life in a... Metro'' (2007), ''Apne'' (2007), ''Yamla Pagla Deewana'' (2011), and ''Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani'' (2023). His long and successful career continues to inspire generations of actors and audiences alike.		In later years, he earned appreciation for his mature and heartfelt roles in films such as ''Life in a... Metro'' (2007), ''Apne'' (2007), ''Yamla Pagla Deewana'' (2011), and ''Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani'' (2023). His long and successful career continues to inspire generations of actors and audiences alike.

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| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1935|12|8}}
| birth_place = Nasrali, Ludhiana, Punjab, British India
| nationality = Indian
| education = Matriculation (1952)
| alma_mater = Ramgarhia College, Phagwara, Panjab University, Chandigarh
| occupation = Actor, Producer, Politician
| years_active = 1960–present
| known_for = Being the "He-Man" of Bollywood
| notable_works = ''Phool Aur Patthar'', ''Sholay'', ''Seeta Aur Geeta'', ''Dharam Veer'', ''Apne''
| awards = Padma Bhushan (2012), Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award (1997)
| spouse = Prakash Kaur (m. 1954), Hema Malini (m. 1980)
| parents = Kewal Krishan Singh Deol (father), Satwant Kaur (mother)
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}}'''Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol''' ''(Dharmendra)'' is a legendary [[Indian]] actor, film producer, and politician. He is lovingly known as the “He-Man of Bollywood” and is considered one of the most handsome and successful stars in the history of Indian cinema.

He started his film career in 1960 with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere. In the 1960s to 1980s, Dharmendra became one of the most popular heroes of Hindi films, giving many hit movies such as Phool Aur Patthar, Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta, Jugnu, Raja Jani, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, and Dharam Veer. He acted in both action and romantic roles and was loved by all age groups.

Over his long career of more than six decades, Dharmendra has appeared in over 300 films and holds the record for the highest number of hit movies in Hindi cinema. In 1973, he gave eight hit films in a single year, and in 1987, nine successful movies — a record that still stands.

He received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997 for his great contribution to Indian cinema and was honored with the Padma Bhushan in 2012, one of India’s highest civilian awards.

Later, he also appeared in successful modern films like Apne, Yamla Pagla Deewana, Life in a... Metro, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.

Apart from films, Dharmendra also entered politics and served as a Member of Parliament from Bikaner, Rajasthan, representing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Dharmendra is admired not only for his acting and good looks but also for his humble nature and love for his fans.

== Early Life & Education ==
Dharmendra was born as Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol on 8 December 1935 in Nasrali village, Ludhiana district, Punjab, British India. He belongs to a Punjabi Jat family. His father, Kewal Krishan Singh Deol, was a school headmaster, and his mother’s name was Satwant Kaur. Dharmendra spent his childhood in the village of Sahnewal, near Ludhiana.

He studied at Government Senior Secondary School, Lalton Kalan, Ludhiana, where his father worked. He completed his matriculation in 1952 from Phagwara, when schools in Punjab were under Panjab University, Chandigarh. Later, he attended Ramgarhia College, Phagwara, affiliated with Panjab University. From a young age, Dharmendra was fond of films and dreamt of becoming an actor, which led him to move to Bombay (now Mumbai) to pursue a career in cinema.

== Career ==
1960–1969: Early Career and Rise to Fame

Dharmendra started his film career after winning a talent contest organized by Filmfare magazine. He moved from Punjab to Mumbai and made his acting debut in 1960 with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere. His early films did not do well, but he soon gained attention with Shola Aur Shabnam (1961), Anpadh (1962), and Bandini (1963).

His big break came with Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964), which was a hit and earned him a Filmfare nomination. The same year, his war film Haqeeqat became a huge success. In 1966, Phool Aur Patthar made him a superstar and earned him his first Best Actor nomination. He followed this with more hits like Aaye Din Bahar Ke, Anupama, Devar, and Mamta.

By the late 1960s, Dharmendra had become one of Bollywood’s top heroes with major hits like Shikar, Ankhen, Mere Hamdam Mere Dost, and Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke. His performance in Satyakam (1969) was highly praised and is still considered one of his best.

1970–1977: Superstardom

In the 1970s, Dharmendra reached the peak of his career. He gave several superhits such as Jeevan Mrityu, Tum Haseen Main Jawan, and Mera Gaon Mera Desh (1971), which established him as an action hero.

He became one of the most popular stars of the decade with blockbusters like Seeta Aur Geeta, Raja Jani, Samadhi, Jugnu, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Dost, and Pratiggya. His comedy Chupke Chupke (1975) and action classic Sholay (1975) became all-time favorites and cemented his superstar status.

In 1977, films like Dharam Veer, Dream Girl, Chacha Bhatija, and Charas continued his success. By the end of the 1970s, Dharmendra was one of the biggest and most loved actors in India.

1978–1997: Continued Success and Later Years

Though the quality of films varied in the late 1970s and 1980s, Dharmendra remained a popular star. He gave hits like Azaad, Dillagi, The Burning Train, Rajput, Ghazab, and Ghulami. In 1987, he delivered several back-to-back hits like Hukumat, Aag Hi Aag, and Watan Ke Rakhwale, making that one of his most successful years.

In the 1990s, his popularity as a lead hero began to fade, but he still appeared in films like Tahalka (1992) and Kshatriya (1993). In 1997, he received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema.

===1998–Present: Character Roles and Comeback===
After 1998, Dharmendra started playing character and fatherly roles. His notable movies from this period include Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998), Life in a... Metro (2007), Apne (2007), and Johnny Gaddaar (2007).

He reunited with his sons Sunny and Bobby Deol for Yamla Pagla Deewana (2011), which was a hit, though its sequels were less successful. Recently, he appeared in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023) and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (2024), both of which performed well at the box office.

He will next be seen in Ikkis (2025), directed by Sriram Raghavan.

=== Other Work ===
Dharmendra worked with many famous directors and actors, but his most successful on-screen pair was with Hema Malini, who later became his wife. Together, they acted in many hit films like Seeta Aur Geeta, Raja Jani, Jugnu, Dost, Dream Girl, and Charas.

He also worked in Punjabi and Bengali films, including Kankan De Ohle (1970) and Paari (1966).

===Political Career===
Dharmendra entered politics in 2004 and became a Member of Parliament from Bikaner, Rajasthan, representing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) until 2009. He was criticized for his low attendance in Parliament but remained popular with the public.

===Television Career ===
In 2011, Dharmendra became a judge on the reality show India’s Got Talent (Season 3) on Colors TV. In 2023, he appeared in the historical web series Taj: Divided by Blood as Salim Chishti.

===Film Production===
In 1983, Dharmendra started his own production company, Vijayta Films. Its first film Betaab launched his son Sunny Deol and was a big hit. Later, he produced Ghayal (1990), which won several Filmfare Awards and a National Film Award. In 1995, he produced Barsaat to launch his younger son Bobby Deol, which also became a superhit.

== Notable Works ==
Dharmendra has acted in over 300 films across a wide range of genres, earning immense popularity for his versatility and screen presence. Some of his most notable works include the classic war drama ''Haqeeqat'' (1964), the romantic hit ''Phool Aur Patthar'' (1966), and the critically acclaimed ''Satyakam'' (1969), which is often considered his best performance.

He gained massive fame for his role in ''Sholay'' (1975), one of the greatest and most successful films in Indian cinema history, where his portrayal of the lovable yet brave Veeru became iconic. His performances in ''Anupama'' (1966), ''Mera Gaon Mera Desh'' (1971), ''Seeta Aur Geeta'' (1972), ''Jugnu'' (1973), and ''Chupke Chupke'' (1975) further cemented his position as one of Bollywood’s finest actors.

In later years, he earned appreciation for his mature and heartfelt roles in films such as ''Life in a... Metro'' (2007), ''Apne'' (2007), ''Yamla Pagla Deewana'' (2011), and ''Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani'' (2023). His long and successful career continues to inspire generations of actors and audiences alike.

== Achievements and Recognition ==
Dharmendra is one of the most celebrated and honoured actors in Indian cinema. Over his long and successful career, he has received numerous awards and recognitions for his outstanding contribution to the film industry.

In 2012, he was honoured with the '''Padma Bhushan''', India’s third-highest civilian award, presented by the President of India, '''Pratibha Patil''', for his exceptional contribution to Indian cinema.

He also received the '''National Film Award''' in 1990 for '''Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment''' as the producer of ''Ghayal'' under his home banner, Vijayta Films. The film was a major box-office success and remains one of the most acclaimed productions of his career.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center; width:80%;"
! Year !! Category !! Film !! Result
|-
| 1965 || Best Supporting Actor || ''Ayee Milan Ki Bela'' || Nominated
|-
| 1967 || Best Actor || ''Phool Aur Patthar'' || Nominated
|-
| 1972 || Best Actor || ''Mera Gaon Mera Desh'' || Nominated
|-
| 1974 || Best Actor || ''Yaadon Ki Baaraat'' || Nominated
|-
| 1975 || Best Actor || ''Resham Ki Dori'' || Nominated
|-
| 1984 || Best Comedian || ''Naukar Biwi Ka'' || Nominated
|-
| 1984 || Best Film (Producer) || ''Betaab'' || Nominated
|-
| 1991 || Best Film (Producer) || ''Ghayal'' || '''Won'''
|-
| 1997 || Lifetime Achievement Award || — || '''Won'''
|}

=== Other Awards and Recognitions ===
* Voted as one of the '''most handsome men in the world''' in the mid-1970s.
* Received a '''Special Award''' for his contribution to Indian cinema at the Kalakar Awards.
* Honoured with the '''Living Legend Award''' by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).
* '''2003 –''' Lifetime Achievement Award at the Sansui Viewers' Choice Movie Awards.
* '''2004 –''' Honoured for Best Contribution to Indian Cinema.
* '''2005 –''' Zee Cine Lifetime Achievement Award.
* '''2007 –''' Lifetime Achievement Award at the Pune International Film Festival (PIFF).
* '''2007 –''' IIFA Lifetime Achievement Award.
* '''2007 –''' Award for Humanitarian Services to the Indian Nation.
* '''2007 –''' Lifetime Achievement Award by DBR Entertainment.
* '''2007 –''' Honoured by Punjabi newspaper ''Quami Ekta'' for his contribution to Indian cinema.
* '''2008 –''' Named "Actor Par Excellence" at the Max Stardust Awards.
* '''2008 –''' Lifetime Achievement Award at the 10th MAMI International Film Festival.
* '''2009 –''' Lifetime Achievement Award at the Nashik International Film Festival (NIFF).
* '''2010 –''' Big Star Entertainer Award for 50 years of excellence in cinema.
* '''2011 –''' Lifetime Achievement Award at the Apsara Film & Television Producers Guild Awards.
* '''2011 –''' Salaam Maharashtra Award for completing 50 years in the film industry.
* '''2011 –''' ITA Scroll of Honour at the Indian Television Academy Awards.
* '''2017 –''' Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Nobel Award (Mumbai).
* '''2020 –''' Lifetime Achievement Award by the State of New Jersey, United States.

== External Links ==
* [https://www.instagram.com/aapkadharam/?hl=en Instagram]
* [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004429/ IMDB]
* [https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/celebrity/dharmendra/filmography/ Bollywood Hungama]
* [https://x.com/aapkadharam?lang=en X (Twitter]

== See also ==
* [[Akshay Kumar]]
* [[Atal Bihari Vajpayee]]

== References ==
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[[Category:1935 births]]
[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Indian male actors]]
[[Category:Indian Film producers]]
[[Category:Indian politicians]]
[[Category:Bharatiya Janata Party politicians]]
[[Category:People from Punjab]]
[[Category:Recipients of the Padma Bhushan Award]]