Not just his presence on the screen, impeccable acting, comedy timing and action sequences, Dharmendra's movies have given timeless songs that fit to all moods - romantic, quirky or dance numbers, you name it! Here are the top ten Dharmendra songs that still make fans turn the volume up.
1. 'Yeh Dil Tum Bin Lagta Nahin'
This song from the movie 'Izzat' (1968), starring Dharmendra and Tanuja, was sung by the legendary Mohammed Rafi. It captures the feelings of affliction and estrangement, with Dharmendra's expressions heightening the theme, making it one of his classics.
2. 'Jhilmil Sitaaron ka Aangan Hoga'
From the movie 'Jeevan Mrityu', a remake of the Bengali film with the same name, which starred Uttam Kumar and Supriya Devi, this song was written by Anand Bakshi, composed by Laxmikant-Pyarelal and sung soulfully by Rafi and Lata Mangeshkar. A song about love, hope and dreams of a loving future, the chemistry between Dharmendra and Rakhee ticks all boxes.
3. 'Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas'
Music lovers throughout generations have tuned into 'Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas', which still remains a favourite amongst connoisseurs and common listeners alike. Sung by the evergreen Kishore Kumar, the song has been recreated in recent times, and a movie of the same was released in 2019, which was directed by the 'He-Man's son Sunny Deol.
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4. 'Aaj Mausam Bada Beimaan Hai'
This song from the 1973 hit 'Loafer' was sung by Mohammed Rafi. An ultimate romantic number of its time, Laxmikant-Pyarelal's music, coupled with Anand Bakshi's lyrics has turned it into a song which several subsequent generations have tuned into.
5. 'Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko'
From the 1973 film 'Yaadon Ki Baaraat', this song features Zeenat Aman along with Dharmendra. A popular romantic number, this song 'steals hearts' right away!
6. 'Rafta Rafta Dekho Aankh Meri Ladi Hain'
Sung impeccably by Kishore Kumar, this song from the 1973 movie 'Kahani Kismat Ki' defines the soundtrack of the 1970s along with its many counterparts.
7. 'Yeh Dosti Hum Nahi Todenge'
If friendship were a song, it would have been 'Yeh Dosti Hum Nahi Todenge' from the all-time blockbuster 'Sholay'. This song reeks of camaraderie and togetherness of friends, and celebrates the bonding of Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra's evergreen characters Jai-Veeru, where they vow to face death but not break their friendship.
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8. 'Dream Girl'
The title track from the 1977 hit of the same name, 'Dream Girl', encases the on-screen chemistry between real-life partners Dharmendra and Hema Malini. The song itself is full of admiration that Dharmendra's character feels for the female lead, making it a classic.
9. 'Yamla Pagla Deewana'
This peppy dance number from the 2010 movie 'Yamla Pagla Deewana' stars Sunny and Bobby Deol alongside their father in the lead characters, got an entire generation grooving.
10. 'Tinku Jiya'
This zesty song from 'Yamla Pagla Deewana' was a fresh twist to the 'He-Man's image, where he stepped into dancing shoes, making the song an instant hit and a fan favourite.
Dharmendra has been loved by cine-aficionados and common watchers for generations. His versatility, ranging from romantic and soulful performances to hard-hitting action and comic relief, has been reflected in the songs that his movies featured.
