10 golden films of Bollywood legend Dharmendra
As the industry mourns the loss of one of its most beloved icons, revisiting the films that shaped his legacy offers a window into why he remains an eternal favourite across generations.
Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra, whose career spanned over six decades, is remembered for his immense contribution to Indian cinema. | Photo: Collected
For more than six decades, Dharmendra defined Bollywood's golden era with a charisma that shifted effortlessly from action hero to romantic lead to emotional powerhouse.
As the industry mourns the loss of one of its most beloved icons, revisiting the films that shaped his legacy offers a window into why he remains an eternal favourite across generations.
As fans remember the legend, which Dharmendra film lives in your heart?
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Dharmendra starred as the charismatic Veeru alongside Amitabh Bachchan in the iconic 1975 blockbuster, 'Sholay'. | Photo: collected
In the 1977 fantasy-action film 'Dharamveer', Dharmendra played the role of Dharam, a twin brother separated at birth from Veer (Jeetendra). | Photo: collected
Dharmendra delivered one of his career-best performances as the idealistic Satyapriya in Hrishikesh Mukherjee's 1969 classic, 'Satyakam'. | Photo: collected
The 1966 film 'Phool Aur Patthar' was a major turning point in Dharmendra's career, establishing him as a leading romantic and action hero. | Photo: collected
Dharmendra starred in the 1973 hit 'Yaadon Ki Baaraat', a quintessential story of three brothers separated in childhood. | Photo: collected
In the 1974 film 'Dost', Dharmendra played Maanav, who befriends a thief (Shatrughan Sinha) and tries to set him on the right path. | Photo: collected
Dharmendra played an action hero in the 1976 thriller 'Charas', seeking to dismantle an international drug smuggling ring. | Photo: collected
In 'Mera Gaon Mera Desh' (1971), Dharmendra plays Ajit, a petty thief who finds redemption by defending a village from a dacoit. | Photo: collected
Dharmendra was part of the star-studded cast of the 1980 disaster epic, 'The Burning Train'. | Photo: collected
The 2007 film 'Apne' was a special project, uniting Dharmendra on screen with his sons, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol. | Photo: collected
