The 89-year-old superstar Dharmendra has been grabbing headlines amid his health concerns. As his death rumours circulated on Tuesday morning, his family members - Hema Malini and Esha Deol - issued statements that the veteran star is recovering and urged fans to pray for his speedy recovery. As Dharmendra is now the centre of attention, we take a look at the film that made Dharmendra an overnight star. His first major success that transformed his career - the 1966 romantic drama Phool Aur Patthar.

The film follows the story of Shaaka, a hardened gangster whose life takes an unexpected turn when he develops compassion for a dying widow Shanti Devi abandoned by her family. Director OP Ralhan had first offered Phool Aur Patthar to Sunil Dutt, who rejected it due to its bold themes. Dharmend

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