Argus News - Dharmendra Once Said, “I wasn't even aware I was good-looking until…”: Check Out He-Man’s Timeless Quotes

Bhubaneswar, Nov 24: Dharmendra, the legendary Bollywood actor fondly known as the “He-Man” of Indian cinema, left behind not only a treasure of films but also a legacy of timeless words that continue to inspire generations.

 

The Bollywood great once said: “I wasn't even aware I was good-looking until I began receiving movie offers for my good looks.”, or a jolly statement like, “If the small screen made my younger brother Amitabh Bachchan 'Big B,' then I will become 'Darling D!'”

 

His quotes reflect his humility, wisdom, and deep love for life, family, and cinema. Whether speaking about the struggles of his early days, the importance of staying grounded despite fame, or his passion for storytelling, Dharmendra’s words resonate with authenticity.

Also read: End of an Era: Veteran Actor Dharmendra Passes Away at 89

 

Today, fans remember him not just for his iconic roles but for the heartfelt lines that mirror his journey and philosophy. Let’s take a look at some of Dharmendra’s evergreen words on life that will inspire hearts and minds for generations to come.

• “I am a Jatt, I don’t know how to bow down.”
• “I am romantic, witty, naughty... and I show that in my acting.”
• “I stopped counting my age after I turned 60.”
• “I am a simple man with simple needs.”
• “Life is a journey, and it should be spent with laughter.”
• “There are a lot of fake people in the industry; they don't always praise or give due.”
• “People say that artists come and go, but let me tell you, I am not an artist. I am first a human being, and if you are a good human being, you have achieved everything, no matter how big an actor you are.”
• “Make me a dictator for five years and I would remove all the dirt from Indian politics and make it clean.”
• “The first film that I signed when I came to Bombay was Bimalda's 'Bandini.' Imagine what it meant for a boy from Punjab with no connection in the film industry to be signed by Bimal Roy!”
• “You cannot change destiny.”
• “Ups and downs are a part of life.”
• “I have never differentiated between my children. I love everyone.”
• “My father was stricter than I am with my kids, but that has made me what I am today.”
• “I have always been hungry for the love of the people.”
• “Luckily, I have always received an abundance of love. The more I received, the more I craved for it.”
• “I've always seen many of my traits in Salman. He is like a younger version of me.”
• “The only actor I hero-worshipped was Dilip Kumar saab. When I met him in person, it was the proudest moment in my life.”
• “I had destroyed myself as an actor with my drinking habit in the past.”
• “Apne' was a good film and there was no film like this in the sports genre.”
• “If the small screen made my younger brother Amitabh Bachchan 'Big B,' then I will become 'Darling D!'”
• “A talent hunt made me who I am today, so it's my turn to help contestants in pursuing their dreams.”
• “I never had a problem with being in heroine-oriented films or films where other actors had more powerful roles.”
• “In the Deol family, we have never believed in playing dirty games. We are happy with what God has given us.”
• “I want those who love me to continue doing so. I can never get enough of their love.”
• “To me, acting is reacting. An emotional person will react quickly.”
• “When I used to go out, young girls would meet me and say they loved 'Guddi' and wanted my autograph.”
• “All my children are special, but somehow, the youngest is the baby of the family. To see her get married was too much for me.”
• “I think the love of the people and my capacity to love them back has much to do with my sound health.”
• “I'm a contented man, and that probably reflects in my personality.”
• “I don't attend parties and don't throw any.”
• “All I know is that I have earned a lot of love and affection from people throughout the years. That's my greatest gift. Beyond that, I never took stardom and success seriously.”
• “For me, my relationships are far more important than my professionalism.”
• “I'd rather be known as a good human being than a good actor.”