Did Jackie Shroff Honor Dharmendra on His 90th Birthday?
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Key Takeaways
- Jackie Shroff honors Dharmendra on his 90th birthday.
- Dharmendra's career spanned over 60 years with more than 300 films.
- He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2012 for his work in cinema.
- Fans can expect to see him in the upcoming film 'Ikkis'.
- Dharmendra’s legacy continues to inspire future generations of actors.
Mumbai, Dec 8 (NationPress) On the momentous occasion of Dharmendra's 90th birth anniversary on Monday, actor Jackie Shroff, who collaborated with the legendary star in films like “Return of Jewel Thief”, Mard “Ki Zabaan”, and “Sikka”, paid a heartfelt tribute, stating he will be “always in our hearts.”
Jackie shared a black-and-white photograph of Dharmendra, who sadly passed away at the age of 89 on November 24th, on his social media stories.
In his caption, he expressed: “Remembering Dharmendra ji on his Birth Anniversary. Dharmendra ji… always in our hearts!”
Widely regarded as one of the most iconic, handsome, and commercially successful actors in the realm of Indian cinema, Dharmendra's illustrious career spanned over six decades, featuring more than 300 films.
He set the record for the most hit films in Hindi cinema and was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2012.
Dharmendra made his cinematic debut in 1960 with “Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere.” He gained fame in the mid-1960s with hits like Ayee Milan Ki Bela, Phool Aur Patthar, and Aaye Din Bahar Ke.
From the late 1960s to the 1980s, he starred in numerous successful Hindi films, including Ankhen, Shikar, Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke, Jeevan Mrityu, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Seeta Aur Geeta, Sholay, and many more.
In the late 1990s, Dharmendra transitioned into character roles in acclaimed films such as Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya, Life in a... Metro, Yamla Pagla Deewana, and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.
Fans can look forward to seeing him posthumously in 'Ikkis', directed by the celebrated Sriram Raghavan. This war drama centers on the life of Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra. The film also stars Agastya Nanda and Simar Bhatia and is scheduled for release in December.