Dharmendra's legacy lives on: Rakesh Bedi remembers his dear friend and co-star

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Bollywood was left reeling in shock after the sudden demise of veteran actor Dharmendra on November 24. As the industry continues to mourn his passing, many of his colleagues are sharing fond memories of working with him. Actor Rakesh Bedi, who collaborated with Dharmendra in their last film together, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, recently spoke about their time on set and the impact Dharmendra had on those around him. In an interview with NDTV, Rakesh Bedi recalled Dharmendra's kindness and generosity, saying, 'He was a unique individual who cared deeply for everyone he worked with. If you spent just 15 minutes with him, you'd feel like you were his closest friend.' Bedi also shared a heartwarming anecdote from their last film shoot together, where Dharmendra surprised him on his birthday by ordering a cake and feeding him a slice. Dharmendra's death was met with widespread shock and grief, with many of his colleagues visiting his family to pay their respects. Despite his passing, the veteran actor's legacy lives on through his numerous films, including the upcoming release of Ikkis, directed by Sriram Raghavan and starring Agastya Nanda and Jaideep Ahlawat. Rakesh Bedi, who will next be seen in the film Dhurandhar alongside Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, and Sanjay Dutt, reflected on Dharmendra's impact on the film industry and his own career, saying, 'He was a true professional and a wonderful human being. His absence will be deeply felt, but his memory will continue to inspire us all.'