Dharmendra's Legacy Lives On: Anil Sharma's Heartbreaking Admission on Apne 2's Fate

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Veteran filmmaker Anil Sharma, who collaborated with Dharmendra on seven films, has expressed his deep sorrow following the actor's passing at 89. Sharma, who had planned a sequel to their 2007 hit Apne, revealed that the project will no longer move forward without the late actor. 'Apne to apno ke bina nahi ho sakti' (Apne cannot happen without its family), Sharma said, emphasizing the importance of Dharmendra's involvement. The director had a long-standing relationship with the Deol family, working with Dharmendra, his sons Sunny and Bobby, and even making a cameo appearance in Singh Saab The Great (2013). Sharma remembered their last meeting, where Dharmendra encouraged him to create a great story and film, saying 'camera meri mehbooba hai' (the camera is my sweetheart). The three Deols were set to reunite on screen for the sequel after nearly two decades. Sharma first met Dharmendra on the sets of The Burning Train (1980) and was impressed by his professionalism and connection with fans. He recalled Dharmendra's dedication to his craft and his ability to portray his characters with ease, making him a beloved actor and a legendary figure. Sharma's words are a testament to Dharmendra's enduring legacy, and the impact he had on those who worked with him.