Dharmendra.
Indian actor and politician (1935–2025)
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Hema Malini was posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan for her contributions to Indian cinema on May 27, 2026.Well supported9 reports
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Actors and directors like Dilip Kumar, Shatrughan Sinha, and Dharmendra shared close professional friendships and collaborations in the film industry.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
Gone quiet
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A person received the Padma Vibhushan on behalf of Dharmendra, while Hema Malini secured her seat in the Lok Sabha from Mathura on the BJP ticket.Some support1 report
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Salman Khan is being compared to Dharmendra's persona while filming a demanding period war drama, culminating in an inauguration event in Mumbai.Some support2 reports
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Dharmendra was posthumously honored with the Padma Vibhushan, with Hema Malini present at the ceremony.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Dharmendra received the Padma Vibhushan on May 26, 2026, with Hema Malini present, and used Instagram to share updates.Some support1 report
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Hema Malini and Dharmendra were noted as shared life partners and cinema co-stars.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Around Dharmendra this week
News at the entities that move Dharmendra most-
Droupadi Murmu TransactionalPress Trust of India, Madhya Pradesh, Gwalior, and President Droupadi Murmu are mentioned in a recent report.Moves Dharmendra
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Shatrughan Sinha TransactionalActors like Shatrughan Sinha, Smita Patil, and Shabana Azmi shared professional and personal connections during film projects.Moves Dharmendra
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SWAT OperationalA minister addressed a rally in Swat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 1, 2026.Moves Dharmendra
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Salman Khan Mentioned togetherMultiple celebrity residences in Mumbai, including those of Rohit Shetty and Salman Khan, were targeted by firing incidents, prompting calls for actor safety.Moves Dharmendra
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Sunny Deol Shared contextRuchi Savarn and Sunny Deol are identified as prominent figures in Indian cinema.Moves Dharmendra
Connections
The 16 strongest of 19, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Esha Deol Structural
Dharmendra is the father of Esha Deol, a fixed biographical relationship confirmed by recent events.
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Hema Malini Structural
They were lifelong partners, spouses, and professional co-stars whose personal and professional lives were deeply intertwined.
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Ajay Yadav Operational
The two individuals conspired to eliminate a third party, Sanjay.
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Droupadi Murmu Transactional
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Padma Vibhushan upon Dharmendra.
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Shatrughan Sinha Transactional
The two individuals have engaged in professional collaborations on specific film projects, including 'Dost' and 'Loha'.
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Agastya Nanda Operational
They collaborated professionally on the film *Ikkis*, sharing screen time.
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Sanjay Operational
The relationship is characterized by an ongoing dispute concerning land transactions.
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Amitabh Bachchan Mentioned together
Both entities are co-mentioned as figures who dominated the golden era of Hindi cinema.
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Ahana Deol Shared context
The relationship is defined by shared context, specifically the focus on a father's award ceremony.
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Salman Khan Mentioned together
Media coverage compares Salman Khan's aging and persona to Dharmendra's established archetype.
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Khalid Mohamed Mentioned together
The relationship is based on a single historical snapshot indicating they developed a personal connection within the film industry.
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Padma Vibhushan Transactional
Dharmendra was posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan for exceptional service to the arts.
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SWAT Operational
Dharmendra was involved in a police investigation of murder that included SWAT.
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Sunny Deol Shared context
The relationship is characterized by shared views on geopolitical issues, specifically regarding Pakistan, which are influenced by their respective family backgrounds.
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Anu Malik Operational
Dharmendra and Anu Malik maintain a close professional and personal bond.
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Pakistan Mentioned together
Dharmendra shared commentary regarding the historical origins of India and Pakistan.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
1 eventAugust 2026
1 eventShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
3 events- Dharmendra addressed protests in Delhi while Salman Khan attended an SRA event in Mumbai, and fans compared the two actors.
- A person received the Padma Vibhushan on behalf of Dharmendra, while Hema Malini secured her seat in the Lok Sabha from Mathura on the BJP ticket.
- Salman Khan is being compared to Dharmendra's persona while filming a demanding period war drama, culminating in an inauguration event in Mumbai.
June 2026
4 events- Hema Malini was posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan for her contributions to Indian cinema on May 27, 2026.
- Dharmendra was posthumously honored with the Padma Vibhushan, with Hema Malini present at the ceremony.
- Dharmendra received the Padma Vibhushan on May 26, 2026, with Hema Malini present, and used Instagram to share updates.
- Hema Malini and Dharmendra were noted as shared life partners and cinema co-stars.