From Aankhen To Pratigya: 5 Dharmendra Films That Celebrate The Actor’s Cinematic Legacy!

Dharmendra passed away on November 24, 2025.

There are only a few people on this planet whose legacy is so unique that it will be remembered by generations to come. The legendary star Dharmendra is one of them! The actor, who gave six decades of his life to the entertainment industry, unfortunately, he bid us a final goodbye at the age of 89. Dharmendra not only excelled in action sequences but also in comedy and romantic roles. This tragic event also gives us a chance to reflect on his incredible work. If you’re looking to watch some class-apart films featuring Dharmendra, here are some recommendations!

1. Phool Aur Patthar

This 1966 film features two legends: Dharmendra and Meena Kumari, who play characters named Shaaka (a thief) and Shanti, respectively. They both come from different worlds, but fate brings them together, leading Shaaka to transform his life. The chemistry of the lead actors in the film is not to be missed. This movie truly made Dharmendra a huge star! You can watch this film on Prime Video.

2. Aankhen

Sunil, played by Dharmendra, wants to catch the terrorists who attacked the country but his plan is met with difficult circumstances which make it harder for him to accomplish his goal. This 1968 movie also stars Mala Sinha, Lalita Pawar, Mehmood and more. It will surely keep you on the edge of your seats. The movie can be watched on YouTube.

3. Blackmail

Dharmendra showed his acting chops by playing Kailash in Blackmail. His uncle discovers a formula that would save energy and in turn make him very rich. An industrialist starts eyeing the money and decides to steal that formula. The film was released in 1972 and remains relevant to this day! One can watch it on Prime Video.

4. Chupke Chupke

Released in 1975, the film not only featured Dharmendra but also other legendary actors including Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Sharmila Tagore and more. The late actor proved to everyone that he is capable of pulling off a comic role as well. In the film, Dharmendra’s character, Parimal, decides to fool Raghvendra by faking his identity. Things get interesting when his wife starts admiring Raghvendra. The film can be watched on Prime Video.

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5. Pratigya

Want to see a good action-comedy? Then you should definitely watch Pratigya! Ajit, played by Bharat Thakur, decides to take revenge on an evil bandit who murdered his family. He forms a police force that includes Dharmendra’s characters as well. For the unversed, the film was released in 1975 and still remains our favourite. It is available to be watched on YouTube.

6. Sholay (Honourable Mention)

We talk about the legend’s iconic films and not mention Sholay, it would be unfair! We all know its story but it is important to understand that it was Veeru who added not just the comic tadka to the film but also aced the flawless action sequences. The dynamic duo of Veeru and Basanti is so iconic that some couples dress as them during Halloween. You can watch it on Prime Video.

This list won’t do any justice to Dhamendra’s impressive filmography. His love for acting spoke volumes with the kind of films he opted for, and a range of characters he played on screen. People of all age groups love and adore the star.  Bollywood has truly lost a gem!

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First Published: November 25, 2025 2:20 PM