Dharmendra: News
Dharmendra is an Indian actor, producer, and politician who is popularly known for his work in the Bollywood film industry. He is often referred to as the ‘He-Man’ of Indian cinema. Dharmendra has appeared in more than 100 successful Hindi films as a lead actor. He has received numerous accolades in his acting career including a Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997 and a Padma Bhushan in 2012. Dharmendra was born on December 8, 1935, in Punjab and made his acting debut with the 1960 film ‘Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere.’ He appeared as the romantic lead in several films between 1960-1967. He has acted in films like ‘Bandini,’ ‘Dulhan Ek Raat Ki,’ ‘Soorat Aur Seerat,’ ‘Pooja Ke Phool,’ and ‘Anpadh,’ among several others. Dharmendra had also appeared in suspense thrillers like ‘Keemat,’ ‘Blackmail,’ and ‘Shikar.’ He had the most successful pairing with his wife Hema Malini. His most notable performances include ‘Sholay’ and ‘Satyakam.’ After a four-year hiatus from acting since 2003, Dharmendra came back in 2007 with ‘Life in a… Metro’ and ‘Apne.’ In 2011, Dharmendra had also appeared as a judge on the Colors TV reality show ‘India’s Got Talent.’
Director is writing it: Dharmendra shares update on 'Apne' sequel
Veteran actor Dharmendra recently celebrated the 18th anniversary of his film Apne.
'Sholay' goes international: Uncut version to premiere in Italy
The legendary Bollywood film Sholay will be celebrated with a 50th-anniversary tribute at the Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Italy, reported Variety.
'I recommended him': Dharmendra reflects on Amitabh's casting in 'Sholay'
Bollywood veteran Dharmendra recently revealed that he was instrumental in getting Amitabh Bachchan the iconic role of Jai in the 1975 blockbuster Sholay.
Arbaaz Khan reunites with Dharmendra after 27yrs for new film
Bollywood icons Dharmendra and Arbaaz Khan are reuniting on-screen after a gap of 27 years for the upcoming film Maine Pyaar Kiya Phir Se.
Dharmendra-Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis' locks release date
The war drama Ikkis, starring Dharmendra, Agastya Nanda, and Jaideep Ahlawat, will be released in theaters on October 2, 2025.
'Sholay' to rerelease in 2025; may feature unseen, original ending
The 1975 Bollywood classic, Sholay, directed by Ramesh Sippy, will be re-released in theaters on August 15, 2025.
Sunny Deol's 'Jaat' eyes solid opening; over 1L tickets sold
The much-awaited Sunny Deol starrer Jaat took off to a roaring start on its opening day after releasing on Thursday.
Salman Khan wants to remake these Dharmendra-led films
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan recently spoke about his love for veteran actor Dharmendra in an interview with Hamad Al Reyami.
Meet Simar: Akshay's niece starring with Agastya Nanda in 'Ikkis'
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's niece Simar Bhatia is all set to make her acting debut in the upcoming film Ikkis.
'Sholay': This deleted scene featuring Gabbar resurfaces online
Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra's timeless blockbuster Sholay continues to be a fan favorite even 50 years after its release. The 1975 film is one of Hindi cinema's most enduring classics.
Delhi Court summons Dharmendra in Garam Dharam Dhaba cheating case
The Patiala House Court in Delhi has summoned veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra (89) and two others in a cheating case related to the Garam Dharam Dhaba franchise, reported ANI.
Ramesh Sippy recalls 'Sholay' scene that took 23-days to shoot
Acclaimed Bollywood director Ramesh Sippy recently graced the ongoing 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.
Sachin Pilgaonkar claims he co-directed most 'Sholay' scenes
In a recent interview with Kunal Vijaykar on his YouTube channel Khane Mein Kya Hai, actor Sachin Pilgaonkar made a surprising revelation about the iconic Bollywood film Sholay.
Teenager gangraped in bus in Dehradun, drivers among 5 arrested
The Uttarakhand Police has apprehended five individuals, including two drivers and a cashier employed at the Dehradun Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT), in connection with the alleged gang-rape of a teenage girl.
Kriti Sanon confirms 'Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya' sequel
Kriti Sanon, in a recent interview with Filmfare, confirmed that a sequel to the 2024 romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (TBMAUJ) is currently in the works.
Here's why Dharmendra initially opposed Hema Malini's political career
In a recent interview, veteran actor and politician Hema Malini revealed her husband-actor Dharmendra's initial disapproval of her political aspirations.
OTT: Shahid-Kriti's 'Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya' streaming now
Shahid Kapoor is a brilliant actor known for his acting range. The actor made a comeback at the box office with the quirky romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
'Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya' turns 26; Kajol pens note
Kajol is a household name in India and the actor has captivated viewers' hearts for three decades now.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein...' maintains strong hold
Shahid Kapoor is definitely one of the most talented actors in Bollywood and the actor has proven the same over years. His recent comeback on celluloid with the quirky romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has been phenomenal at the box office.
Times Dharmendra suffered from health issues
Veteran actor Dharmendra turned 88 years old on December 8, 2023. He started acting in 1960 when he was 25 years old. Since then, the actor has kept himself active in the industry.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' stands tall over weekend
Shahid Kapoor is a household name among Bollywood viewers and the adept actor's comeback film on celluloid has emerged to be a big money spinner. The quirky romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has surpassed the Rs. 100 crore mark globally.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' is stable and secure
Bollywood romance is a sub-genre in itself and over the years, the definition of love has changed for Bollywood. In the era of quirky romantic comedies, the industry has been offering several new takes on love, with the most recent being sci-fi romcom Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' grows in third week
Shahid Kapoor is one of the most sought-after actors in Bollywood and after the success of Kabir Singh and Farzi, his stardom has grown by folds. The same has been reflected in the box office collection of Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
'Taj: Divided by Blood,' 'Sengalam': Must-watch original series on ZEE5
The popular streaming platform ZEE5 has turned six!
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' shows impressive hold
Until 2023 there were chatters that romance was dead in Bollywood and Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar broke the myth. Ever since then, fresh romantic comedies have earned decently at the box office, with the most recent being Shahid Kapoor-headlined quirky romcom Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' experiences drop on weekdays
Shahid Kapoor is one of the most bankable stars in Bollywood and is known for his versatile acting range. The actor made a celluloid comeback with the romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' witnesses gradual growth
Shahid Kapoor is a bonafide star in Bollywood and his recent comeback on celluloid with Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya proved the same.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' ready for lucrative weekend
Shahid Kapoor is a bonafide star in Bollywood and over the years he has carved his niche. The actor's recently released romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has emerged as a hit at the box office and has surpassed the Rs. 110 crore mark globally.
'Teri Baaton Mein...' makers reveal Cinema Lovers Day offer
Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, a sci-fi romantic comedy starring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, has been a hit since its release on February 9.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein...' seeks gradual momentum
Shahid Kapoor is one of the most versatile actors in Bollywood and there's no qualms about it. The actor made a comeback on celluloid with the quirky romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' stable on Day 12
Romantic comedies have once again made their way into Bollywood after being written off as a redundant genre a few years ago.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' surpasses Rs. 60cr mark
Shahid Kapoor is the man of all seasons!
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' grows exponentially over weekend
Shahid Kapoor is undoubtedly one of the most versatile actors in Bollywood and over the years, he has carved his niche. He made a comeback on celluloid after years with the quirky romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
Hema Malini hints at Esha Deol's 'inclination' to enter politics
Bollywood icon Hema Malini has seamlessly transitioned from cinema to politics and has been representing Mathura in Lok Sabha since 2014.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' leverages Valentine's Day fully
Bollywood romance is a genre in its own right and over the years, cinema has shaped our idea of love. This Valentine's Day season, Bollywood offered us a quirky romantic comedy titled Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
Box office collection: Valentine's Day week favors 'Teri Baaton Mein...'
As the season of love is at its peak with Valentine's Day, Bollywood has offered a quirky romantic comedy for the romantics—Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' barely passes Monday test
Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya is the new Bollywood romantic comedy on the block and is touted to be a quirky one-time watch.
Box office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' registers impressive opening weekend
Shahid Kapoor is one of the most versatile actors in Bollywood and he is back on celluloid with Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya. The title of the romantic comedy is as quirky as its plotline and the film experienced a decent opening weekend.
'TBMAUJ' review: Shahid-Kriti's AI love story is nice but average
Artificial Intelligence is on the verge of taking center stage in our lives. While many continue to debate whether AI will completely take over human jobs or not, there comes a film that shows it might also take over our romantic needs.
'Teri Baaton Mein...' faces CBFC's wrath; intimate scenes chopped
Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, an upcoming quirky romantic musical featuring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, is set to premiere on Friday.
Revealed! Shahid Kapoor-Kriti Sanon's romcom gets a title
Ever since reports were rife that Shahid Kapoor is set to share the screen with Kriti Sanon, fans have been eagerly waiting for the details.
'Gadar 2,' 'RRKPK,' 'Animal': Charting Deol family's blockbuster 2023
If there is one family in Bollywood that has not one but numerous reasons to celebrate this year, it is the Deol family.
Dharmendra turns 88: Sunny, Bobby, Esha, Ahana pen heartfelt notes
Veteran actor Dharmendra turned 88 on Friday and his fans, family and colleagues took to social media to shower love and wishes for the Sholay actor.
'Anupama' to 'Chupke Chupke': Dharmendra's collaborations with director Hrishikesh Mukherjee
One of Hindi cinema's most towering figures, Dharmendra has been basking in acclaim for decades, thanks to Sholay, Dharam Veer, and Bandini, etc.
Exclusive: Dharmendra shoots for Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis' sans Agastya Nanda
Critically acclaimed filmmaker Sriram Raghavan has begun working on his next feature film titled Ikkis.
Happy birthday, Hema Malini: Her top films with Dharmendra
Indian cinema's Dream Girl, veteran actor Hema Malini, turned 75 on Monday (October 16).
Shahid Kapoor-Kriti Sanon's romantic drama postponed; release date inside
From celluloid to OTT, if there is one actor who is consistently delivering great performances, it's none other than Shahid Kapoor.
OTT: Alia-Ranveer's 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani' streaming now
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani revamps the age-old quintessential Bollywood romantic dramas but infused with modern sensibilities.
#RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani to premiere at Busan Film Festival; KJo pens note
Karan Johar's directorial comeback, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has been selected for the prestigious Busan International Film Festival 2023.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' to surpass Rs. 150 crore mark in India
Karan Johar is one of the most bankable directors in Bollywood. His commercial viability streak is unbroken in his 25 years of filmmaking. His recent release Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has done the same and is currently inching closer to the Rs. 150 crore mark in India.
Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis' starring Dharmendra-Agastya filming starts soon
Acclaimed filmmaker Sriram Raghavan's Ikkis has been in the news for a long time. After Varun Dhawan backed out of the project, the biopic underwent a casting shuffle.
#BoxOfficeCollection: Ranveer-Alia's 'RRKPK' surpasses Rs. 300 crore mark globally
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has marked the resurgence of quintessential Bollywood rom-coms. The critically acclaimed film has broken boundaries and is also raking in quite well at the box office.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' is slow like a snail
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has had its dream run at the box office and has emerged to be a super hit. The Karan Johar directorial broke ground in many ways and is now facing steep competition from recent releases.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' faces steep competition from biggies
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has been a revelation in Bollywood as it marked the resurgence of true-blue extravagant Bollywood romances. The Karan Johar directorial received rave reviews from critics and viewers.
Ranveer-Alia's #RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani OTT details are out
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani marked the return of true-blue Bollywood romances. The over-the-top drama, magnificent sets, and the typical Karan Johar storytelling are all you need to beat your everyday blues.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' is slow yet steady in third week
Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has emerged to be a super hit at the Indian box office and has been quite steady. However, the film's collection has started diminishing in the third weekend given the steep competition from new releases.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' shows slight dip; crucial weekend ahead
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has been a landmark film in Bollywood. From marking Karan Johar's comeback to marking the return of true-blue Bollywood romances, this film has done it all. At the box office, the romantic drama has been successful and has surpassed the Rs. 200 crore mark globally with ease.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' gains momentum on weekdays
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is definitely on a money-minting spree at the box office. The movie is stable on weekdays and is raking in huge chunks on weekends. The movie has already surpassed the Rs. 200 crore mark globally and is here to stay for a while.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' shows surprising growth on weekday
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is definitely one of the most unique yet typical Bollywood rom-coms. Karan Johar has outdone himself and the film has been loved by viewers across the spectrum.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' needs to gain momentum on weekdays
Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has brought back the gold standard of Bollywood extravagant romance. The film has received praise from both critics and viewers and the same is reflected in its box office collection.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' surpasses Rs. 100 crore mark; promises new wonders
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is just another feather in Karan Johar's cap!
#BoxOfficeCollection: Karan Johar's 'RRKPK' inches closer to Rs. 100cr mark
The incredible combination of Karan Johar, Alia Bhatt, and Ranveer Singh has taken the box office by storm with their latest film—Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani—which hit theaters on July 28.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' is on a rocking and running spree
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has shattered the murmurs of "rom-com is dead in Bollywood" and proved that a good story will always be appreciated by viewers. Karan Johar is being praised for his mature filmmaking and the movie is stable at the box office.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' is slaying the weekdays
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has brought back the quintessential Bollywood romance on celluloid. The typical elements of the over-the-top Karan Johar universe met the modern-day sensibilities and this new product has been receiving love from everyone.
#BoxOfficeCollection: Ranveer-Alia's 'RRKPK' displays stability on weekdays
Karan Johar's recently released romantic comedy Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has awed the viewers and has become the talk of the town.
'RRKPK': How much did Alia, Ranveer, veteran actors earn
Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was released theatrically on July 28 to overwhelmingly positive reviews.
#BoxOfficeCollection: 'RRKPK' witnesses a bumper opening weekend
The quintessential Bollywood romance is back with a bang!
#BoxOfficeCollection: Karan Johar's 'RRKPK' witnesses remarkable jump on Day 2
After a hiatus of seven years, filmmaker Karan Johar returned to the director's chair with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani—which opened in theaters on Friday—featuring Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh in the lead.
'RRKPK' review: KJo's grand-scale romance is enjoyable, but not flawless
After a hiatus of seven long years, Karan Johar has returned to the director's chair with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.
Churni Ganguly reacts to stereotypical portrayal of Bengalis in #RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani
Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is gearing up for its grand release on Friday and as of now, the buzz has been quite positive. The film revolves around two prominent Indian cultures—Punjabiyat and Bangaliana.