Dharmendra holds THIS unbeatable record from 50 years, remains untouched by Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, it is…
The He-Man of Bollywood bid farewell, leaving his family and one million fans alone, thirteen days before his 90th birthday celebration. Today, we will celebrate the incredible success of Garam-Dharam, which has remained unrivaled for 50 years and continues.
Dharmendra, the man with a heart of gold and the He-Man of Bollywood, has left his fans heartbroken forever at the age of 89. November 24 will now be remembered as the unfaithful day when the Sholay actor passed away 13 days before his 90th birthday. Dharmendra fought a long battle with age-related diseases and shortness of breath, with the prayers of his millions of fans. Active for over six decades, Dharmendra has contributed immensely to the film industry and created a record that remains unbreakable and unrivaled till date. No one, not even the greatest of superstars in every sense of the word – Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan could surpass Dharam in this feat.
Dharmendra’s unrivaled record…
Dharmendra started his film career with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere in 1960. Although unsuccessful, Dharmendra soon tasted success with Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964). It was OP Ralhan’s Phool Aur Patthar (1966) that made him a star. In his career spanning 64 years, he shot over 300 films in 64 years. Some of his memorable hits include: Sholay, Satyakam, Phool Aur Patthar, Chupke Chupke, Haqeeqat, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Seeta Aur Geeta and Yaadon Ki Baaraat.
Dharmendra, who has been operating in the cinema industry for 60 years, has broken records by producing the most successful films. Yes, it’s not Amitabh Bachchan, Salman or any other star, but Dharmendra has taken away the record of appearing in the most hit films in the history of Indian cinema.
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According to media reports, Dharmendra has acted in around 74 certified productions (films that have paid off on their investment and more). Some even reported that there were 98 successful films with leading roles. Dharmendra’s filmography includes around 7 blockbusters and 13 superhits; particularly Sholay (1975), the highest-grossing film of all time in terms of viewership. Dharmendra’s last on-screen appearance will be in Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis. Agastya Nanda starrer will release in theaters on December 25, 2025.
