The people's hero: Dharmendra never sought critical validation

Survived by his first wife Prakash Kaur and their children Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Ajeta and Vijayta, and by his second wife Hema Malini and daughters Esha and Ahana, Dharmendra leaves behind a cinematic legacy few can match. As the industry mourns, ETimes spoke to producer Anand Pandit, who reflected on the superstar’s unmatched charisma, his simplicity, and the extraordinary bond he shared with audiences for over six decades.