Dharmendra, Bollywood’s “He-Man,” not only delivered memorable performances but also set records few can match. Over his 65-year career and 300+ films, he holds the record for starring in the highest number of hit films—an astounding 74 successes—surpassing even Amitabh Bachchan. Remarkably, Dharmendra delivered seven hit films twice in a single year, once in 1973 and again in 1987, the latter with nine hits, a feat still unbeaten.
| Fact/Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Hit Films | 74 hit films, more than any other Bollywood actor |
| Hits in a Single Year | Twice had 7 hit films in one year (1973, 1987), including a record 9 in 1987 |
| Decades of Success | Hit films across 7 decades, from 1960 to 2023 |
| Notable Films | Sholay,Phool Aur Patthar,Hukumat,Ghayal(as producer) |
| Awards | Filmfare Lifetime Achievement, National Film Award, Padma Bhushan |
| Box Office Dominance | Consistently among top box office stars especially in 1980s |
| Unique Versatility | Famous for action, romance, drama, and production |
From his debut in 1960’s Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere to 2023’s Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, he has dominated the box office for seven decades, guaranteeing at least one blockbuster per decade. This is another exceptional record. In the 1980s, when many of his friends, including Hukumat, suffered, he also acquired several highest-grossing movies.
Dharmendra’s remarkable accomplishments go beyond his acting career. Ghayal (1990), which he produced, won the National Film Award for Best Popular Film and seven Filmfare Awards, including Best Film. Dharmendra continues to be a famous figure and a standard for Bollywood success thanks to a career that strikes a balance between rough appeal and variety.
This rich legacy and unparalleled record collection underscore why Dharmendra is celebrated as Bollywood’s iconic superstar.
