Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra, who passed away on Monday, calling it the end of an era of Indian cinema.
00:00All right, news coming in now. The Prime Minister has put out a tweet.
00:06Narendra Modi says that the passing of Dharamji marks the end of an era in Indian cinema.
00:12He was an iconic film personality, a phenomenal actor who brought charm and depth to every role he played.
00:19The manner in which he played diverse roles struck a chord with countless people.
00:24Dharamindraji was equally admired for his simplicity, humility and warmth.
00:28In this sad hour, my thoughts are, with his family, friends and innumerable fans, Om Shanti.
00:35Prime Minister calling this an end of an era. Truly, this is an end of an era.
00:41Actor Dharamindra, seen as an original he-man of Indian cinema, also had a very soft side to him.
00:48Was an iconic personality, a phenomenal actor certainly.
00:52And someone who was respected, admired and his simplicity, humility spoken about all the time.
01:01Prime Minister Modi remembering and paying tribute to actor Dharamindra today as report is coming in of actor passing away.
01:11It's the entire nation now which is bidding farewell to an icon whose very name was synonymous, clearly, with the Indian cinema, Dharamindra.
01:21He was 89-year-old, seen as the he-man of Indian cinema, often called the Veeru as the role he played in Shole.
01:30Shole has left behind not just a filmography of 300 films, but an unfillable void in the heart of the nation.
01:40If it was the rugged hills of Shole that we saw him, then he played the role in that comedy which was called Chupke Chupke.
01:49Then there was romance in Phool or Pathar and also Dharamweer.
01:55So he transcended genres, generations and geographies.
02:00His journey reflected the aspirations and also of changing India.
02:06He was seen as one of the most good-looking actors of Indian cinema.
02:10Extremely handsome, humble and heartfelt at the same time.
02:13He is survived by his family and sons and daughters.
02:19They are all at the crematorium where the last rites are being performed even as we speak.
02:25Film producer Karan Johar has put out a tweet in which he has spoken about the enigmatic screen presence that Dharamji had.
02:33Because he was not just an actor, many called him an emotion.
02:38He was honored with Padma Bhushan.
02:40He was seen as someone who could be a masterclass in versatility and grace as well.
02:47His last film, Ikkis, is yet to hit screens.
02:50And it will be certainly a testament to the craft.
02:54Last year he featured as Shahid Kapoor's grandfather in one of the films.
02:59And then we saw his on-screen chemistry with Shavana Azmi in Rocky or Rani Ki Prem Kahani.
03:08He certainly was someone who brought that smile.
03:12And those unforgettable dialogues will always be remembered.
03:16Other tributes now coming in from the film world and several of those who have worked with him, the co-stars.
03:26Several who remember him with great fondness.
03:29And also those who have seen him work from the sidelines.
03:35Several politicians, ministers are putting out their condolences with Nitin Gadkari saying that his timeless performances, humility and magnetic presence shaped generations of film lovers and artists alike.
03:50My heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues and millions of admirers, Om Shanti.
03:56So love, tribute pouring in from across the country, from the film fraternity to people from all walks of life.
04:05It's that huge void that actor Dharmendra, born as Dharm Singh Deol, leaves behind.
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