Bollywood Icon And Legend Dharmendra Dies at 89 – End of an Era in Indian Cinema

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Bollywood icon Dharmendra, celebrated as the “original He-Man” of Indian cinema, has passed away at 89, prompting nationwide tributes and a eulogy from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. With a career spanning over 300 films and generations of admirers, his departure signifies not just the loss of a star, but the setting of a sun that long kept an industry illuminated.

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Dharmendra died in Mumbai at age 89, as reported by the BBC.
Prime Minister Modi said his death “marks the end of an era.”
He was best known for his iconic role as Veeru in Sholay.
Married actress Hema Malini after a widely publicized romance.
Colleagues like Salman Khan called him “the most beautiful looking man.”
He served as a BJP MP from 2005–2009 but found politics challenging.
His career lasted over six decades, extending into his late 80s.

Sources: BBC, Nigerian Tribune