Dharmendra: 'He-Man' of Bollywood Remembered on 90th Birth Anniversary

• Dharmendra debuted in 1960 with "Dil Bhi Mera Hum Bhi Tere" and earned the title "He-Man" for his strong physique and action roles.
• Born on December 8, 1935, in Punjab, he entered Bollywood after winning a Filmfare New Talent Competition.
• He achieved stardom in the 1970s, showcasing versatility in action, romance, and comedy, and was known for performing his own stunts.
• Famous for films like "Sholay" and "Chupke Chupke," he had a popular on-screen pairing with Hema Malini.
• He received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award (1997) and the Padma Bhushan (2012); his film "Ekkis" is due December 25th.

Why It Matters: Dharmendra's enduring legacy shaped Indian cinema for decades.