Dharmendra Career-Family: Bollywood actor Dharmendra died on November 24 at the age of 89. Born in Nasrali village of Punjab, the film journey, personal life and story of relationship with Hema Malini of ‘He-Man’ are still memorable for the fans.
Dharmendra Life Facts: Bollywood legend and Hindi cinema’s ‘He-Man’ Dharmendra passed away on Monday, November 24. The actor breathed his last at the age of 89. Born in a small village Nasrali in Punjab, Gharmendra was counted among the great actors. Fans are disappointed by his demise. If you also consider yourself a real fan of Dharmendra? If you are interested in his films, family and life, then answer the 10 questions given here…
What was Dharmendra’s real name?
Actor Dharmendra’s real name was Dharam Keval Krishna Deol.
What work did Dharmendra’s father do?
Actor Dharmendra’s father Kewal Kisan Deol was the headmaster of a government school.
At what age did Dharmendra’s first marriage take place and how many children did he have from his first wife?
Actor Dharmendra’s first marriage was to Prakash Kaur at the age of 19. From this marriage he has four children: Sunny, Bobby, Ajeta and Vijeta.
What job did Dharmendra do before becoming an actor, what was his salary?
In 1954, Dharmendra took part in the Filmfare Talent Hunt Competition held in Mumbai, the winner of which got a Hindi film. Then before acting, while living in Mumbai, he used to work in a drilling firm to earn his living. Where his salary was only Rs 200.
How much fee did Dharmendra get for his first film?
Dharmendra worked for the first time in Arjun Hingorani’s film ‘Dil Bhi Tera, Hum Bhi Tere’ released in 1960. He got only Rs 51 as fee for this film.
Why was Dharmendra called He-Man?
Dharmendra was known as a romantic hero during the period of 1960-70. In 1967, his film ‘Phool Aur Patthar’ came. In this he was seen doing action for the first time. After this, till 1984, he played action roles in many films back-to-back and created the image of an action hero. Due to the action in these films, he came to be called the He-Man of Hindi cinema.
When did Dharmendra and Hema Malini get married?
Dharmendra and Hema Malini met for the first time in 1965 at the premiere of the film ‘Aasmaan Mahal’. They grew close during the shooting of the film ‘Sholay’ and both got married in 1980.
Why did Dharmendra become a Muslim?
Dharmendra wanted to divorce his first wife Prakash Kaur to marry Hema Malini. When his wife did not divorce him, Dharmendra converted to Islam and made Hema his second wife. This is the reason why their marriage was surrounded by many controversies.
How many children do Dharmendra and Hema Malini have?
Dharmendra and Hema Malini have two daughters, Esha Deol and Ahana.
What is the relationship of Dharmendra and Hema Malini with Abhay Deol?
Abhay Deol is Dharmendra’s nephew. His father’s name is Ajit Deol.
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