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Birth Name: Dharmendra Kewal Krishn Deol

Dharmendra, is an award-winning Hindi film actor who has appeared in more than 247 Hindi-language films up to 2011.

Date Of Birth: 8 December 1935

Height: 5' 8" (1.73 m)

Biography:

Dharamendra Kewal Krishen Deol was born in Punjab, India. His father was Kewal Krishen Deol, a school headmaster and his mother Satwant Kaur Deol, was a Sikh.

At the start of his career, he was usually cast as a romantic hero and later in the period from 1974 onwards as an action hero. He worked with Nutan in Soorat Aur Seerat (1962) and Bandini (1963), Mala Sinha in Anpadh (1962) and Pooja Ke Phool (1964), Saira Banu in Shaadi (1962) and Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964) and with Meena Kumari in Main Bhi Ladki Hoon (1964), Kaajal (1965), Poornima (1965) and Phool Aur Paththar (1966).

Phool Aur Paththar became the highest grossing film of 1966. He formed a very successful pairing with actresses like Meena Kumari, Saira Banu, Sharmila Tagore, Mumtaz, Asha Parekh, Parveen Babi, Zeenat Aman and Hema Malini.

He has delivered lot of hits with Hema Malini which includes Raja Jani, Seeta Aur Geeta, Sharafat, Tum Haseen Main Jawaan, Jugnu, Dost, Charas, Maa, Chacha Bhatija, Azaad, Teesri Aankh, Sholay and Burning Train.

In 2007 he made a comeback in films Life in a Metro and Apne were both successful at the box office. In the latter, he appears with both his sons, Sunny and Bobby for the first time.

His other release was Johnny Gaddaar, where he played a villainous role. His latest film Yamla Pagla Deewana co-starring his sons Sunny and Bobby was released on January 14, 2011which did well at the box office.

Personal Life:

He married Prakash Kaur in 1954 and has two sons Sunny and Bobby, both of whom are actors and two daughters Ajeeta and Vijeta. In 1980 he converted to Islam to marry actress Hema Malini as his first wife refused to grant him divorce. His legal name after changing religion is Delawar Khan. He has two daughters with Hema Malini, Esha and Ahana.

Filmography:

As as actor

  1. Masters (2012) (To Go On Floor)
  2. Tell Me O Kkhuda (September 30, 2011) (Under Production)
  3. Yamla Pagla Deewana (January 14, 2011) (Released)... Dharam Singh
  4. Cheers - Celebrate Life (2011) (Under Production)
  5. Dillagi...Yeh Dillagi (2011) (Under Production)
  6. Nidar - The Fearless (2011) (Post-Production)
  7. Har Pall (2010)... Baba
  8. Om Shanti Om (November 9, 2007) (Released) ... Himself (Special Appearance)
  9. Johnny Gaddaar (September 28, 2007) (Released)... Seshadri
  10. Apne (June 29, 2007) (Released)... Baldev Singh Choudhary
  11. Life In A... Metro (May 11, 2007) (Released) ... Amol
  12. Ram Balram Aur Ramkali (August 5, 2005) (Released)
  13. Kis Kiski Kismat (October 22, 2004) (Released)... Hasmukh Mehta
  14. Hum Kaun Hai (September 3, 2004) (Released) ... Virendra 'Viru' (Guest Appearance)
  15. Tada (August 29, 2003) (Released)
  16. Kaise Kahoon Ke Pyaar Hai (May 9, 2003) (Released)
  17. Reshma Aur Sultan (November 15, 2002) (Released)
  18. Border Kashmir Ka (July 19, 2002) (Released)
  19. Jeene Nahin Doongi (March 8, 2002) (Released)
  20. Saugandh Geeta Ki (October 5, 2001) (Released)
  21. Bhooka Sher (August 31, 2001) (Released)
  22. Ek Lootera (August 3, 2001) (Released)
  23. Ek Aur Jung (July 20, 2001) (Released)
  24. Jagira (February 16, 2001) (Released)
  25. Daku Bhairav Singh (January 26, 2001) (Released)
  26. Galiyon Ka Badshah (January 5, 2001) (Released)
  27. Kaali Ki Saugandh (2000) (Released)
  28. Sultaan (2000) (Released)
  29. Bhai Thakur (2000) (Released)
  30. Aakhri Dacait (2000) (Released)
  31. Geeta Mera Naam:The Revenge (2000) (Released) ... Baba Thakur
  32. Dacait (2000) (Released)
  33. The Revenge Of Geeta Mera Naam (2000) (Released)... Baba Thakur
  34. Jallad No.1 (2000) (Released)... Shankar
  35. Meri Jung Ka Elaan (2000) (Released)... Ajit Singh
  36. Nyaydaata (1999) (Released)... DCP Ram
  37. Munnibai (1999) (Released)
  38. Lohpurush (1999) (Released)
  39. Zulm-O-Sitam (September 19, 1998) (Released)
  40. Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya (March 27, 1998) (Released)... Thakur Ajay Singh (Chacha)
  41. Kalicharan (1998) (Released)
  42. Sher Khan (1998) (Released)
  43. Barsat Ki Raat (1998) (Released)
  44. Gunda Gardi (June 6, 1997) (Released)
  45. Agni Morcha (April 4, 1997) (Released)
  46. Jeeyo Shaan Se (March 14, 1997) (Released)
  47. Loha (1997) (Released)
  48. Dharma-Karma (1997) (Released)... Dharma
  49. Return Of Jewel Thief (October 18, 1996) (Released)... Police Commissioner Surya Dev Singh
  50. Himmatwar (June 14, 1996) (Released)... Sultan
  51. Maafia (May 24, 1996) (Released)
  52. Aatank (February 9, 1996) (Released)... Jesu
  53. Smuggler (1996) (Released)
  54. Hum Sab Chor Hain (October 27, 1995) (Released)
  55. Veer (September 1, 1995) (Released)
  56. Taaqat (June 23, 1995) (Released)... Shakti Singh
  57. Policewala Gunda (May 19, 1995) (Released)
  58. Aazimaish (April 21, 1995) (Released)... Shanker Singh Rathod
  59. Maidan-E-Jung (April 14, 1995) (Released) ... Shankar
  60. Fauji (1995) (Released)
  61. Paapi Devta (1995) (Released)
  62. Juaari (July 8, 1994) (Released)
  63. Maha Shaktishali (1994) (Released)
  64. Kshatriya (March 29, 1993) (Released)... Maharaj Prthivi Singh (Surjangarh)
  65. Phoolan Hasina Ramkali (January 29, 1993) (Released)... As Duplicate Dharmendra
  66. Superman (1993) (Released)
  67. Aag Ka Toofan (1993) (Released)
  68. Kundan (1993) (Released)... SP Kundan
  69. Khule Aam (December 25, 1992) (Released) ... Shiva
  70. Dushman Zamana (October 2, 1992) (Released)
  71. Kal Ki Awaz (August 21, 1992) (Released) ... Police Commissioner Ali Haider Jaffri
  72. Tahalka (August 7, 1992) (Released)
  73. Zulm Ki Hukumat (July 17, 1992) (Released) ... Pitamber Kohli
  74. Humla (May 29, 1992) (Released)... Bhawani
  75. Virodhi (April 3, 1992) (Released)... Inspector Shekar
  76. Waqt Ka Badshah (1992) (Released)
  77. Akela (November 8, 1991) (Released)... Himself
  78. Kohram (October 18, 1991) (Released)
  79. Trinetra (July 26, 1991) (Released)... Raja, Special Appearance
  80. Dushman Devta (March 29, 1991) (Released) ... Shiva
  81. Farishtay (February 22, 1991) (Released) ... Virendra (Veeru)
  82. Paap Ki Aandhi (1991) (Released)... Dharma/Mangal
  83. Kaun Kare Kurbani (1991) (Released)
  84. Kanoon Ki Zanjeer (1991) (Released)
  85. Mast Kalandar (1991) (Released)... Shankar
  86. Veeru Dada (July 27, 1990) (Released)
  87. Naka Bandi (May 4, 1990) (Released)
  88. Pyar Ka Karz (March 2, 1990) (Released)
  89. Aakhri Muqabla (1990) (Released)
  90. Sherdil (1990) (Released)
  91. Hum Se Na Takrana (1990) (Released)
  92. Bhrashtachar (December 1, 1989) (Released) ... Himself
  93. Shehzaade (October 27, 1989) (Released) ... Zorawar Singh/Shankar
  94. Sikka (September 22, 1989) (Released)... Vijay
  95. Ellan E Jung (August 18, 1989) (Released)
  96. Batwara (July 14, 1989) (Released)... Sumer Singh
  97. Ilaaka (May 12, 1989) (Released)... INSP. Dharam Verma (Suraj'S Father)
  98. Nafrat Ki Andhi (March 17, 1989) (Released) ... Sonu
  99. Hathyaar (March 10, 1989) (Released)... Khushal Khan
  100. Kasam Suhag Ki (January 27, 1989) (Released)
  101. Vardi (January 6, 1989) (Released)... Havaldar Bhagwan Singh
  102. Sachai Ki Taqat (1989) (Released)... Havaldar Ram Singh
  103. Akhri Muqabla (1989) (Released)... Havaldar Kamaal Singh
  104. Sahebzade (1989) (Released)
  105. Yateem (1989) (Released)
  106. Ganga Tere Desh Mein (October 21, 1988) (Released)... Vijay Nath
  107. Paap Ko Jala Kar Raakh Kar Doonga (September 23, 1988) (Released)... Shankar
  108. Sone Pe Suhaga (August 26, 1988) (Released) ... Vikram Dada/Ashwini Kumar
  109. Saazish (July 22, 1988) (Released)
  110. Mahaveera (July 15, 1988) (Released)... Ajay Verma
  111. Khatron Ke Khiladi (May 27, 1988) (Released) ... Balwant
  112. Zalzala (May 13, 1988) (Released)... Inspector Shiv Kumar
  113. Aag Hi Aag (April 3, 1988) (Released)... Bahadur Singh/Sher Singh
  114. Mardon Wali Baat (January 22, 1988) (Released)... Badey Bhai, Yadvinder Singh
  115. Soorma Bhopali (1988) (Released)... Special Appearance
  116. Insaaf Ki Pukar (December 25, 1987) (Released)
  117. Jaan Hatheli Pe (September 4, 1987) (Released)... Soni
  118. Watan Ke Rakhwale (August 14, 1987) (Released)
  119. Mard Ki Zabaan (August 14, 1987) (Released)
  120. Insaaf Kaun Karega (June 19, 1987) (Released)
  121. Hukumat (March 26, 1987) (Released)... Arjun Singh
  122. Dadagiri (January 30, 1987) (Released)... Dharma (Dada)
  123. Loha (January 23, 1987) (Released)
  124. Insaniyat Ke Dushman (January 2, 1987) (Released)... Insp. Shekhar Kapoor
  125. Mera Karam Mera Dharam (1987) (Released) ... Ajay Shankar Sharma
  126. Main Balwan (November 28, 1986) (Released) ... Inspector Chowdhury
  127. Begaana (July 18, 1986) (Released)
  128. Sultanat (April 4, 1986) (Released)... Lieutenant Khalid
  129. Sajna Saath Nibhana (1986) (Released)... Dr. Dharamveer
  130. Savere Wali Gaadi (1986) (Released)
  131. Karishma Kudrat Ka (December 6, 1985) (Released)
  132. Gulami (June 28, 1985) (Released)... Ranjit Singh
  133. Sitamgar (June 21, 1985) (Released)... Shankar
  134. Jhootha Sach (November 16, 1984) (Released)
  135. Jagir (October 26, 1984) (Released)... Shankar
  136. Jeene Nahin Doonga (October 26, 1984) (Released)... Roshan/Raka
  137. Raj Tilak (August 31, 1984) (Released)... Zohravar Singh
  138. Dharam Aur Kanoon (August 10, 1984) (Released)... Rahim Khan
  139. Baazi (April 27, 1984) (Released)... Ajay
  140. The Gold Medal (1984) (Released)
  141. Gold Medal (1984) (Released)
  142. Sunny (1984) (Released)... Inderjeet
  143. Qayamat (October 28, 1983) (Released)
  144. Razia Sultan (September 16, 1983) (Released) ... Yakut Jamaluddin
  145. Naukar Biwi Ka (July 22, 1983) (Released) ... Deepak Kumar/Raja
  146. Jaani Dost (May 27, 1983) (Released)
  147. Andha Kanoon (April 8, 1983) (Released)... Truck Driver (Guest Appearance)
  148. Samraat (November 12, 1982) (Released)... Ram
  149. Baghawat (August 27, 1982) (Released)
  150. Badle Ki Aag (June 4, 1982) (Released)... Sher Singh 'Shera'
  151. Ghazab (May 28, 1982) (Released)... Ajay (Munna Babu)/Vijay
  152. Main Inteqaam Loonga (May 21, 1982) (Released)... Kumar Agnihotri
  153. Teesri Aankh (April 23, 1982) (Released)
  154. Rajput (April 16, 1982) (Released)... Manu Pratap Singh
  155. Meharbani (1982) (Released)
  156. Do Dishayen (1982) (Released)
  157. Katilon Ka Katil (September 10, 1981) (Released)
  158. Professor Pyarelal (June 5, 1981) (Released) ... Ram/Professor Pyarelal
  159. Krodhi (March 20, 1981) (Released)... Vikramjit Singh (Vicky)/Acharya
  160. Aas Paas (January 16, 1981) (Released)... Arun Choudhury
  161. Naseeb (January 5, 1981) (Released)... Speacial Appearance (Himself)
  162. Ram Balram (November 28, 1980) (Released) ... Ram/Bholuram
  163. Insaaf Ka Tarazu (November 11, 1980) (Released)... Soldier (Guest Appearance)
  164. Alibaba Aur 40 Chor (May 29, 1980) (Released) ... Ali-Baba
  165. The Burning Train (March 28, 1980) (Released) ... Ashok
  166. Chunauti (March 14, 1980) (Released)
  167. Dil Ka Heera (October 19, 1979) (Released)
  168. Kartavya (May 11, 1979) (Released)
  169. Shalimar (December 8, 1978) (Released)... S.S. Kumar
  170. Azad (September 1, 1978) (Released)... Ashok (Azaad)
  171. Phande Baaz (July 7, 1978) (Released)
  172. Dillagi (1978) (Released)
  173. Aaina (1977) (Released)... Himself (Shooting Of A Movie) (Uncredited)
  174. Chala Murari Hero Banane (1977) (Released)
  175. Chacha Bhatija (1977) (Released)... Shanker
  176. Dharam Veer (1977) (Released)... Dharam Singh
  177. Swami (1977) (Released)
  178. Kinara (1977) (Released)
  179. Dream Girl (1977) (Released)... Anupam Verma
  180. Charandas (1977) (Released)
  181. Khel Khiladi Ka (1977) (Released)... Shaki Lutera/Raja Saab/Ajit
  182. Tinku (1977) (Released)
  183. Do Sholay (1977) (Released)
  184. Charas (May 28, 1976) (Released)... Suraj Kumar
  185. Chhoti Si Baat (1976) (Released)... Himself, Speacial Appearance
  186. Maa (1976) (Released)
  187. Apne Dushman (1976) (Released)... Brijesh
  188. Sholay (August 15, 1975) (Released)... Veeru
  189. Pratigya (June 26, 1975) (Released)... Ajit Singh
  190. Saazish (1975) (Released)
  191. Chupke Chupke (1975) (Released)... Dr. Parimal Tripathi/Pyare Mohan Illahabadi/Driver
  192. Kahte Hain Mujhko Raja (1975) (Released)
  193. Apna Dushman (1975) (Released)
  194. Chaitali (1975) (Released)
  195. Dhoti Lota Aur Chaupaty (1975) (Released) ... Madman
  196. Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka (1975) (Released)
  197. International Crook (July 22, 1974) (Released)... Shekar
  198. Dost (April 12, 1974) (Released)... Maanov
  199. Aaina (1974) (Released)... Himself (Uncredited)
  200. Patthar Aur Payal (1974) (Released)... Ranjeet Singh
  201. Pocket Maar (1974) (Released)
  202. Kunwara Baap (1974) (Released)... Himself (Dharam) (Speacial Appearance)
  203. Resham Ki Dori (1974) (Released)
  204. Aahat (1974) (Released)
  205. Yaadon Ki Baarat (November 3, 1973) (Released)... Shankar
  206. Jwar Bhata (November 2, 1973) (Released)
  207. Jugnu (August 30, 1973) (Released)... Ashok/Jugnu
  208. Black Mail (1973) (Released)... Kailash
  209. Loafer (1973) (Released)... Ajit Singh
  210. Jheel Ke Us Paar (1973) (Released)... Sameer Rai
  211. Keemat (1973) (Released)... Mr. Gopal (Agent 116)
  212. Phagun (1973) (Released)
  213. Kahani Kismat Ki (1973) (Released)
  214. Raja Jani (1972) (Released)... Rajkumar Singh
  215. Anokha Milan (1972) (Released)
  216. Seeta Aur Geeta (1972) (Released)... Raka
  217. Do Chor (1972) (Released)... Tony
  218. Samadhi (1972) (Released)... Lakhan Singh/Ajay
  219. Lalkaar (1972) (Released)... Major Ram Kapoor
  220. Mera Gaon Mera Desh (June 14, 1971) (Released)... Ajit
  221. Guddi (January 1, 1971) (Released)... Himself
  222. Naya Zamana (1971) (Released)... Anoop
  223. Rakhwala (1971) (Released)
  224. Jeevan Mrityu (April 21, 1970) (Released) ... Ashok Tandon/Bikram Singh
  225. Ishq Per Jor Nahin (1970) (Released)
  226. Mera Naam Joker (1970) (Released)... Mahender
  227. Man Ki Ankhen (1970) (Released)... Rajesh Agarwal
  228. Aadmi Aur Insaan (1970) (Released)... Munish Mehra
  229. Kab Kyon Aur Kahan (1970) (Released)... CID Inspector Anand
  230. Tum Hasin Main Jawan (1970) (Released)... Sunil
  231. Sharafat (1970) (Released)... Rajesh
  232. Khamoshi (1970) (Released)... Mr. Dev (Patient #24) (Guest Appearance)
  233. Pyar Hi Pyar (1969) (Released)... Vijay Pratap
  234. Yakeen (1969) (Released)... Rajesh/Garcon
  235. Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke (1969) (Released)
  236. Satyakam (1969) (Released)... Satyapriya Acharya (Sat)
  237. Baharon Ki Manzil (1968) (Released)... Dr. Rajesh
  238. Aankhen (1968) (Released)... Sunil
  239. Baazi (1968) (Released)
  240. Izzat (1968) (Released)
  241. Mere Humdum Mere Dost (1968) (Released) ... Sunil
  242. Shikar (1968) (Released)... Ajay
  243. Jab Yaad Kisi Ki Aati Hai (1967) (Released)
  244. Aaye Din Bahar Ke (1967) (Released)... Ravi/Prakash
  245. Ghar Ka Chirag (1967) (Released)
  246. Majhli Didi (1967) (Released)... Bipin
  247. Chandan Ka Palna (1967) (Released)... Ajit
  248. Dil Ne Phir Yaad Kiya (1966) (Released)
  249. Devar (1966) (Released)
  250. Mohabbat Zindagi Hai (1966) (Released)... Amar
  251. Phool Aur Patthar (1966) (Released)... Shakti Singh/Shaaka
  252. Baharen Phir Bhi Ayengi (1966) (Released) ... Jitendra Gupta
  253. Dulhan Ek Raat Ki (1966) (Released)... Ashok
  254. Anupama (1966) (Released)... Ashok
  255. Mamta (1966) (Released)... Barrister Indraneel
  256. Aakash Deep (1965) (Released)
  257. Chand Aur Suraj (1965) (Released)
  258. Neela Aakash (1965) (Released)... Akash
  259. Purnima (1965) (Released)
  260. Kajal (1965) (Released)
  261. Ganga Ki Lehren (1964) (Released)
  262. Aap Ki Parchhaiyan (1964) (Released)... Chandramohan Chopra Alias Channi
  263. Aye Milan Ki Bela (1964) (Released)... Ranjit
  264. Mera Qasoor Kya Hai (1964) (Released)
  265. Pooja Ke Phool (1964) (Released)... Balraj (Raj)
  266. Main Bhi Ladki Hoon (1964) (Released)
  267. Haqeeqat (1964) (Released)... Captain Bahadur Singh
  268. Bandini (January 1, 1963) (Released)... Devendra (Prison Doctor)
  269. Begaana (1963) (Released)
  270. Shaadi (1962) (Released)
  271. Anpadh (1962) (Released)
  272. Soorat Aur Seerat (1962) (Released)
  273. Shola Aur Shabnam (1962) (Released)
  274. Boy Friend (1961) (Released)... Sunil
  275. Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere (1960) (Released)
  276. Railway Platform (1955) (Released)

Lyricist

Yamla Pagla Deewana (January 14, 2011) (Released)

Presenter

Ghayal Returns (2012) (Under Production)

Producer

  1. The Man (2011) (Under Production)
  2. Cheers - Celebrate Life (2011) (Under Production)
  3. Chamku (August 29, 2008) (Released)
  4. Socha Na Tha (March 4, 2005) (Released)
  5. Indian (October 26, 2001) (Released)
  6. Barsaat (October 6, 1995) (Released)
  7. Ghayal (June 22, 1990) (Released)
  8. Pratigya (June 26, 1975) (Released)

Awards:

Winner: Apsara Award for Lifetime Achievement Award (Male) (2011)

Winner: Stardust Award for Actor Par Excellence (2008)

Winner: IIFA Award for Lifetime Achievement Award (2007)

Winner: Filmfare Award for Lifetime Achievement Award (1996)

Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (1983)

Movie: Naukar Biwi Ka

Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Actor (1974)

Movie: Resham Ki Dori

Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Actor (1973)

Movie: Yaadon Ki Baarat

Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Actor (1971)

Movie: Mera Gaon Mera Desh

Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Actor (1966)

Movie: Phool Aur Patthar

Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Actor In Supporting Role (1964)

Movie: Aye Milan Ki Bela

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