Hitchhiking Hero: He hitchhiked to Bombay from his village with just Rs. 50, dreaming of stardom.

Award Recognition: He received prestigious awards like the Padma Bhushan and Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award for his impact.

He fathered Bollywood actors Sunny and Bobby Deol, and is the uncle of Abhay Deol, establishing a lasting legacy.

Love Triangle: He fell in love with Hema Malini while married, sparking controversy with a brief conversion to Islam for marriage.

 Inspiration for Generations: He continues to inspire aspiring actors and audiences with his dedication and talent.

There seems to be some confusion about Dharmendra changing his name. While it's true he used his full name "Dharmendra Singh Deol" in the credits of the movie "Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya," it's not a permanent name change