He is still remembered fondly by the fans as Veeru from Sholay. With an effortless charm and powerful performances right from the start of his career, Dharmendra captured hearts. For many, he is Bollywood's ultimate He-Man-a symbol of strength, style, and stardom.
Dharmendra started his career in 1960 with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere and never looked back. He has acted in more than 300 films in his career spanning more than six decades and has left an indelible mark in Indian cinema. But the one record that has been unbeatable is one which nobody has broken till now. In 1973, Dharmendra gave eight hit films in one year, and that placed him among the most successful Hindi film stars. Then in 1987, he broke his own record and gave nine successive hits, and that is a record which has not been broken yet.
His film career started in the 1960s with films like Phool Aur Patthar, Aaye Din Bahar Ke, and Milan Ki Bela. His performances were not only commercially successful but also critically acclaimed, earning him numerous awards and the admiration of audiences across generations.
Even now, decades later, Dharmendra's classic hits still evoke love amongst old and new fans alike. His legacy as one of India's most charismatic and bankable stars is untouchable, his nine-hit streak continuing to be one of Bollywood's proudest records.
