Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 8: Veteran actress and politician Hema Malini celebrated her husband, Bollywood legend Dharmendra, on his birthday with a touching message that resonated with fans and followers alike.
The iconic couple, married since 1980, has always been admired for their enduring relationship in the film industry. On Friday, Hema Malini shared two charming pictures of herself and Dharmendra on Instagram, both beaming with joy. The photos beautifully showcased their timeless chemistry, accompanied by a heartfelt caption dedicated to their lasting love.
“A day to celebrate! Happiest Birthday to the man of my dreams. I hold your heart as you hold mine ever since we first met many years ago. We have been through good times and bad, always together, steadfast in our love for each other. I look forward to being dazzled by your charm for many more years to come. May God bless you with good health and happiness always,” Hema wrote.
The couple’s journey together has been filled with both personal and professional milestones. Dharmendra and Hema Malini, two of Bollywood’s most revered stars, have shared the screen in iconic films such as Seeta Aur Geeta, Sholay, The Burning Train, Raja Jani, Dharm Aur Qanoon, and Do Dishayen.
Since their marriage in 1980, Dharmendra and Hema have created a family and raised two daughters—actress Esha Deol and Ahana Deol. Despite their long and illustrious careers in Bollywood, the couple has maintained a grounded lifestyle centered on love and respect.
Dharmendra continues to be an influential and beloved figure in Indian cinema. He was last seen in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, alongside Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, and has several exciting projects lined up. He will next star in the war drama Ikkis, based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a posthumous recipient of the Param Vir Chakra. The film will feature Dharmendra alongside Agastya Nanda, the grandson of Amitabh Bachchan, and is directed by Sriram Raghavan.
Dharmendra will also appear in Apne 2, the sequel to the hit film Apne, where he will reunite with his sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, as well as his grandson Karan Deol. The film is directed by Anil Sharma.