1 . Chance meeting on film sets

It all began in 1970 on the sets of Tum Haseen Main Jawan. Dharmendra, already famed as Bollywood’s rugged He-Man, met the graceful Hema Malini. From the moment Hema laid eyes on him, she felt an instant connection. Their on-screen chemistry was undeniable, but little did anyone know, this pairing would spark a real-life romance that would endure decades.

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2 . Love that faced impossible odds

Their love story was far from simple. Dharmendra was already married with four children, and his first wife initially refused to grant a divorce. Hema’s family, too, opposed their relationship. At one point, Hema was even about to marry Bollywood actor Jitendra, but her heart belonged to Dharmendra. Against all odds, they found ways to keep their lov

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