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Asian Network,30 Nov 2025,60 mins

Available for 14 days

Gagan Grewal celebrates the unstoppable force that is Dharmendra - Bollywood’s original He-Man. With a career spanning more than 300 films, he transformed from the charming “simple man” into the ultimate action hero with a heart of gold. Gagan dives into his iconic moments, performances and unforgettable characters that made Dharam Paaji a living icon. A deepdive through his finest work including: Sholay, Jeevan, Blackmail, Dharam-Veer and so many more. Plus Gagan also has interview moments from the BBC Archives that reveal the charisma and cheeky humour behind the legend. Don’t miss this hour dedicated to the star who redefined heroism and romance in Bollywood. Produced in Birmingham by Glenvale Media for BBC Asian Network.

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