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Happy birthday the "He-Man" of Indian cinema, Dharmendra!
The legendary actor has carved a lasting impression in Bollywood, over the decades with his acting style, charming screen presence, and heartwarming charisma. As the veteran actor turns 89 today, it's the perfect moment to revisit some of his memorable on-screen pairings. These collaborations showcased Dharmendra's ability to create exceptional chemistry with his co-stars.
Let's begin with the real-life couple Dharmendra and Hema Malini. This legendary duo has brought romance and charm to the big screen with iconic performances in Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta and Razia Sultan, Dream Girl and so on. Their pairing was always a visual and emotional delight for the audience. The evergreen dialogue from Sholay “Basanti in kutton ke samne mat nachna” remains an enduring example of their sparkling chemistry. The natural connection between the actors resonated deeply with audiences even now.
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Regarded as the ‘Tragedy Queen’ of Hindi Cinema, Meena Kumari paired with Dharmendra in films including Phool Aur Patthar and Kaajal, providing the combination of sensitivity as well as depth. The rugged yet soft-hearted portrayal of Dharmendra opposite Meena Kumari became a turning point in his career. The nuanced performances, on-screen partnership was a testament to their mutual respect as actors.
What happens when sophistication meets charm? That's exactly what the pair Dharmendra and Sharmila Tagore looked like on-screen. Their memorable works included Anupama and Chupke Chupke. In Chupke Chupke, the duo brought laughter and warmth while in Anupama, their toned down and heartfelt performances depicted a moving love story. Both the movies portrayed a softer and romantic side of Dharmendra.
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Dharmendra, the epitome of charm, when paired opposite Mumtaz, the queen of liveliness, they created fireworks on screen with their energetic performances. Their playful chemistry was displayed in movies like Loafer, Jheel Ke Us Paar, and Aadmi Aur Insaan. As a result, Indian audience experienced some unforgettable romantic and dramatic moments. The dance numbers and emotional scenes also left a enduring impression.
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Beyond romantic pairings with actresses, Dharmendra shared exceptional companionship with Amitabh Bachchan. The most iconic bromance was seen in Sholay as Veeru and Jai, which redefined the concept of friendship goals. The duo’s infectious energy, witty banter, and deep bond were also visible in Chupke Chupke.
Remember the song ‘Rafta Rafta Dekho Aankh Meri Ladi Hai?’ Featuring Dharmendra and Rekha? It was from their film, Kahaani Qismat Ki. They also shared dynamic onscreen chemistry in Ram Balram, Kartavya, and Kahani.
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Over the decades Dharmendra has been attracting audience with his natural warmth and versatile acting skills. The most recent proof was Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, where the actor shined even in the presence of stars like Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh, Shabana Azmi, Jaya Bachchan. Be it passionate romance, heartfelt drama or comedy, Dharmendra has left a lasting legacy in Indian cinema. Dharmendra’s collaborations with his actors have set benchmarks for on-screen chemistry in Hindi cinema.
Here’s wishing the legendary actor a very happy birthday and many more years of health and happiness!
