Dharmendra's Enduring Charm: When Jaya Bachchan Fell for the 'Greek God' of Bollywood
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Dharmendra, the iconic Bollywood 'He-Man,' passed away at 89, leaving behind a legacy of unparalleled stardom. His untimely demise has left fans and co-stars in mourning. Jaya Bachchan, who made her debut with Dharmendra in Guddi (1971), revealed a fascinating anecdote about her first encounter with the superstar. In a 2007 episode of Koffee With Karan, Jaya confessed that she hid behind a sofa when she met Dharmendra for the first time, overwhelmed by his charisma. Dressed in a white shirt and trousers, Dharmendra seemed like a 'Greek God' to Jaya. She even joked about how she should have played the role of Basanti in Sholay, given her admiration for the late actor. Dharmendra himself acknowledged Jaya's affection during the promotion of their film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023). Interestingly, Amitabh Bachchan also shared an incident on his show, where Aamir Khan asked him about Jaya's fondness for another actor. Amitabh revealed that Jaya had confessed her love for Dharmendra long ago, describing him as the most handsome man in the industry. May Dharmendra's memory continue to inspire generations of Bollywood fans.
