Desi Girl Priyanka Chopra posted a long note on her social media handle, Instagram, as her heartfelt tribute to the legendary actor Dharmendra. Remembering the veteran star, the actress shared a throwback picture of Dharmendra from the black and white era, and one of the precious pictures with him sharing the stage.
However, in the caption, she wrote all expressing her emotions on his demise and revealed that one of her first pay cheques came from Dharmendra’s Production and that he welcomed her with warmth and kindness despite her being a newbie. She wrote, “In the year 2001, my first signing amount in the movies came from Vijayta Films.
One of the first Hindi movies I ever shot was under his banner, with his eldest son.
Him and his family, made me feel welcome in the industry, at a time when no one knew me.
Very few people are capable of that kind of warmth and grace, towards a complete newcomer, from Bareilly, who didn’t know anyone in Mumbai.”
Mourning the death of the legendary Dharmendra, the actress wrote, “I have known the Deol family since the beginning of my career. I’ve worked in multiple movies with Sunny and Bobby.
This feels personal, and I know I share that feeling with many others in the world.”
Further, she said, “Some people leave behind films, some leave behind feelings. He has left us with both.
His presence was magnetic.
He filled up a frame with his smile and charisma like only he could.
This is a big loss for cinema, but his legacy is permanent.”
Mentioning Dharmendra’s incredible and inspiring journey, she said, “As I type this note on a film set, in between shots, I think about how so many of us will always be inspired by him. Hailing from a small town with no Godfather and big dreams.. he made a permanent mark in a tough industry.. and he carried his family along.
A true blue Hindi film Hero.
Rest in paradise, Dharamji.
My condolences to the entire Deol family.
Om Shanti.”
The legendary Bollywood star Dharmendra passed on November 24, at the age of 89.
