Dharmendra dies at 89, PM, Bollywood pay tribute to the original 'He-Man' of Hindi cinema

Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra, known as the original 'He-Man' of Indian cinema, has passed away on Monday at the age of 89 following respiratory complications. This special report covers his prolific six-decade career, which included over 300 films. His final on-screen appearance will be in the war drama 'Ikkis', directed by Sriram Raghavan, where he portrays the father of Param Vir Chakra recipient Arun Khetarpal. Tributes from the film industry have poured in, with figures like Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan paying their respects at the Vile Parle crematorium. Dharmendra's journey from his village in Punjab to stardom began with his debut in 'Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere' and includes iconic films like 'Sholay' and a recent role in 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani', showcasing his enduring legacy across genres.