Bollywood’s hero Dharmendra is no more in this world. He died last Monday. On hearing the name of Dharmendra, only one picture emerges in the mind of the audience – courage, charm and brilliant acting. But do you know that there was a secret in Dharmendra’s life, which 99 percent people do not know? Due to his love and marriage, Dharmendra not only changed his religion but also changed his name to Muslim. Let us know what his Muslim name was.

Fans paying tribute

The name of Bollywood superstar and hero Dharmendra will now remain immortal not only in the history of films but also in the hearts of fans. Dharmendra, who was ill for a long time, breathed his last on the morning of 24 November. His family performed his last rites in a very private manner. After his demise, many big stars of Bollywood and their fans are paying tribute to him on social media.

Hema Malini’s love changed her life

Dharmendra had married twice. The first wife was Prakash Kaur, and the second wife was Bollywood’s dream girl Hema Malini. When Dharmendra decided to marry Hema in 1979, he faced a complicated situation between law and society. Under the Hindu Marriage Act, it was impossible to marry a second wife without divorcing the first wife.

What was Dharmendra’s Muslim name?

Amidst this challenge, Dharmendra converted to Islam and changed his name to Dilawar Khan. He married Hema Malini with this paper name. During this time, Hema’s name was also recorded in the government records as Ayesha Bi.

Stir in Bollywood and society

This step of Dharmendra had come into discussion at that time. This was a shocking news for fans and media, but Dharmendra and Hema kept their personal life peaceful. After this, both of them gave many hit films and further strengthened their place in Bollywood. Dharmendra only changed the name, but this step was a symbol of the strength of his love and social commitments. This decision showed that when there is a need for love and family, it is necessary to take bold decisions.

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Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra passed away on 24 November. There is a wave of mourning in the entire industry due to his demise. Bollywood celebs are becoming very emotional. Dharmendra’s special friend and Sholay’s Jai Amitabh Bachchan has paid tribute to him. Amitabh Bachchan has shared a post remembering Dharmendra late at night. Everyone is getting emotional after reading this.

Amitabh Bachchan had arrived with son Abhishek Bachchan at Dharmendra’s funeral. Amitabh Bachchan has not been able to sleep at night after losing his Veeru. He has written a post for his special friend late at night.

Amitabh Bachchan paid tribute

Amitabh Bachchan wrote- ‘Another great personality has left us. The arena became empty, and the silence created by his departure is unbearable, a silence remains. Dharam ji was a symbol of greatness, who will be remembered not only for his strong personality but also for his big heart and amazing simplicity.

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… another valiant Giant has left us .. left the arena .. leaving behind a silence with an unbearable sound ..

Dharam ji..

..the epitome of greatness, ever linked not only for his renowned physical presence, but for the largeness of his heart, and its…

— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) November 24, 2025

Big B further wrote- ‘He brought with him the smell of the soil of the village of Punjab and remained connected to it throughout his life. He always remained spotless in his glorious film journey, in an era when a lot kept changing in every decade. With his departure the air around us has become lighter. This is a void that will never be filled. Lots of prayers.

This post of Amitabh Bachchan is becoming very viral on social media. Let us tell you that both of them have worked together in many films. The special thing is that Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra are among those veteran actors who are still active in the world of films.

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Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra has said goodbye to this world. Dharmendra breathed his last at the age of 89. Born on 8 December 1935 in Nasrani village of Punjab. Very few people know that his real name is Dharmendra Kewal Krishna Deol. Dharmendra changed his religion to marry Hema Malini. Let us tell you which religion he followed.

Dharmendra’s first marriage was with Prakash Kaur. Prakash Kaur and Dharmendra have four children. After entering films, he fell in love with Hema Malini on the sets. He wanted to marry Hema Malini but he did not want to divorce Prakash Kaur. In such a situation, he converted to Islam to marry Hema Malini.

Which religion did Dharmendra follow?

Dharmendra’s first wife is Prakash Kaur, whom Dharmendra wanted to marry Hema Malini without divorcing. That is why to avoid legal complications, he converted to Islam and then married Hema Malini. While converting to Islam, Dharmendra changed his name to Dilawar. However, he had temporarily accepted Islam, information about which he himself had given. Dharmendra believed only in Hindu religion.

Talking about the work front, Dharmendra’s last film ‘Ikkis One’ is going to be released in theaters next month. Dharmendra’s first look from this film was revealed today. Fans are getting emotional after seeing his poster. This film will be released in theaters on 25th December. Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda is going to be seen in the lead role in this film. This film is going to be special for Dharmendra’s fans. Because they will get to see Dharmendra on the big screen for the last time.

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Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra has passed away. He breathed his last at the age of 89. Dharmendra was ill for a long time. He was undergoing treatment at Breach Candy Hospital. After that he was discharged home and brought. Dharmendra’s last rites took place at Vile Parle crematorium in Mumbai. Elder son Sunny Deol has lit the funeral pyre.

Sunny Deol lit the fire

Dharmendra has been lit by his elder son Sunny Deol. His last rites took place at Vile Parle crematorium in Mumbai. Where his entire family has reached. Esha Deol Dharmendra’s second wife Hema Malini has also arrived in white clothes.

This is what happened to Esha Deol

Dharmendra’s daughter Esha Deol has also reached. Esha Deol looked very sad. No, she had reached there hiding her face with her scarf. His photos and videos are going viral. Recently, when rumors of Dharmendra’s demise were rife, Isha had reprimanded him by sharing a post on social media.

Hema Malini arrived in white clothes

Dharmendra’s wife Hema Malini was seen in the car in white clothes. Seeing such condition of Hema Malini, her fans are also getting worried. Dharmendra’s entire house is immersed in sorrow.

Celebs arrived to pay tribute

Many celebs had reached the cremation ground to pay tribute to Dharmendra. Many actors including Aamir Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan came to pay their last tribute to Dharmendra.