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Hema Malini would love Deepika Padukone to do her biopic: ‘A beautiful, talented girl’ | Bollywood News

Hema Malini would love Deepika Padukone to do her biopic: ‘A beautiful, talented girl’ | Bollywood News

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As yesteryear actor-turned-politician Hema Malini completed 60 years in Indian cinema, she participated in an event to commemorate the occasion. During the event, Hema agreed that Deepika Padukone would be an apt choice to portray her in a biopic, if it were to be made. “If she wants, she can do it. Anybody can do it. Deepika is a beautiful, talented girl,” said Hema, when asked if she’d like Deepika to play her in a biopic. Interestingly, Hema handpicked Deepika to launch her 2017 biography, Ram Kamal Mukherjee’s Hema Malini: Beyond the Dream Girl. Also, one of the two characters Deepika played in her Bollywood debut, Farah Khan’s 2007 blockbuster reincarnation saga Om Shanti Om — Shantirpiya — was modelled on Hema, since she was fondly referred to as the “Dreamy Girl”, a play on Hema’s evergreen moniker, “Dream Girl”. Event to commemorate Hema Malini’s 60 years The veteran actor addressed the media and guests at Hema Malini — Live in Concert: Celebrating the Dream Girl’s Diamond Jubilee — 60 Glorious Years in Cinema. Held …

Hema Malini remembers Dharmendra as a loving husband and trusted guide

Hema Malini remembers Dharmendra as a loving husband and trusted guide

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Actress Hema Malini recently completed 60 years in Bollywood, marking an illustrious journey filled with iconic performances and timeless films. Reflecting on her career, the veteran actress revealed why she chose to step away from films, saying she finds it difficult to adapt to the way movies are made today. She also opened up about life’s biggest challenges and her late husband, Dharmendra. Hema Malini on why she stopped working in films In an interview with Zoom TV, Hema Malini revealed why she stopped working in films. She recalled the golden era of cinema and shared, “It was a completely different era. I would say it was the golden period of the film industry, and I was lucky enough and fortunate to be a part of that journey. So many beautiful films were made during that time, especially women-oriented films. I was fortunate to get roles like Seeta Aur Geeta, and even my first film, Sapno Ka Saudagar, Khushboo, and many others. When I look back today, I realise I have worked in nearly 200 …

Hema Malini reveals why she stopped acting in movies: ‘It’s difficult to adjust to the way films are made today’

Hema Malini reveals why she stopped acting in movies: ‘It’s difficult to adjust to the way films are made today’

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Bollywood actor and politician Hema Malini ruled the big screen in the 1970s and 1980s. She was one of the biggest stars in Indian cinema and, with her beauty and classics such as Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta, Baghban and Satte Pe Satta, earned the title of Bollywood’s Dream Girl. In a recent interview with Zoom, Hema recalled the golden era of cinema and revealed why she no longer works in films. Hema Malini talks about the difference in filmmaking in her and modern era. (AFP) Hema Malini reveals why she doesn’t work in films now Hema reflected on the golden era of cinema, when she was at the peak of her career, and said, “It was a completely different era. I would say it was the golden period of the film industry, and I was lucky enough and fortunate to be a part of that journey. So many beautiful films were made during that time, especially women-oriented films. I was fortunate to get roles like Seeta Aur Geeta, and even my first film, Sapno Ka …

Hema Malini: ‘Dharmendra looked so strong, yet he had such a soft heart’ | Bollywood News

Hema Malini: ‘Dharmendra looked so strong, yet he had such a soft heart’ | Bollywood News

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4 min readMumbaiJul 10, 2026 09:55 PM IST The passing of veteran actor Dharmendra last year left the Hindi film industry and generations of admirers grieving the loss of one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated stars. While his legacy continues to live on through his work, his wife and veteran actor Hema Malini recently reflected on the man he was beyond the screen, remembering him as a loving husband, a trusted companion, and someone who always put others before himself. ‘He was a loving husband’ In a conversation with Zoom, Hema spoke about finding her life partner, describing it as the biggest challenge in life, but said everything fell into place effortlessly when she met Dharmendra. “The biggest challenge was deciding on your life partner. Very easily, it happened with the grace of the divine. What I wanted happened beautifully, without any problem.” Recalling the late actor’s nature, she added, “Throughout, he has been a wonderful friend. I would say he was a loving husband, a well-meaning friend, a trusted guide, and a true philosopher. …

‘Felt Dharmendra with me, asking me to collect Padma Vibhushan’: Hema Malini | Bollywood News

‘Felt Dharmendra with me, asking me to collect Padma Vibhushan’: Hema Malini | Bollywood News

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4 min readMumbaiJul 9, 2026 01:48 PM IST The passing of veteran actor Dharmendra last year left the Hindi film industry and generations of admirers in mourning. Remembered as one of Indian cinema’s most enduring stars, his absence continues to be deeply felt. Recently, his wife, veteran actor Hema Malini, reflected on receiving the Padma Vibhushan on his behalf and recalled feeling his presence during the emotional moment. ‘He wanted that all of us should be together’ Speaking to HT City, Hema said, “It was an emotional, yet exciting moment for me. His seven decades of work was recognised. That I was able to go on stage and receive it, was the biggest moment. As I was going towards Rashtrapati ji to receive it, I could feel him behind me, making me walk up, saying ‘go ahead to collect it’.” She also spoke about how Dharmendra always wanted the family to remain close-knit. Reflecting on his wishes after his passing, Hema said, “He would say ‘I am fond of my family’, hamesha united rehne ko …

Exclusive | Hema Malini says Dharmendra wanted ‘entire family united’; sensed him while receiving his Padma Vibhushan

Exclusive | Hema Malini says Dharmendra wanted ‘entire family united’; sensed him while receiving his Padma Vibhushan

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It’s been 60 years of Hema Malini regaling us with her acting performances. And now, it’s set to be celebrated with a musical concert in Mumbai. Joining her would be some of the biggest filmmakers she has worked with over the years, apart from some famous names from the music world who will croon chartbusters from her films. Hema Malini with late husband, actor Dharmendra. Looking back at this journey, Hema reminisces about the time gone by as she speaks to HT City, “The 1970s and 80s were the best period of my life, I did the maximum films then, with directors utilising me so beautifully. Those memories will always remain with me. But life goes on, you get settled, family comes along. Till Baghban (2003) I was continuing my acting career, then I transitioned to politics. I never left dancing, though. We are celebrating such beautiful 60 years. Anirudh Chawla inspired me to do this.” The plan originally started with a book on Hema, which she reveals even Dharmendra, her late husband and legendary …

Hema Malini says was never highest paid actress: ‘Got my fee in an envelope, like bhiksha’ | Bollywood News

Hema Malini says was never highest paid actress: ‘Got my fee in an envelope, like bhiksha’ | Bollywood News

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5 min readMumbaiUpdated: Jul 8, 2026 01:36 PM IST Hema Malini hasn’t acted in a Hindi film for over a decade now. Her last release was Ramesh Sippy’s 2020 romantic comedy Shimla Mirchi, which was also shot six years before that, and didn’t find any buyers since 2014. Now, stressing that she doesn’t want to do more films, unless somebody offers her a “good role”, Hema has also put to rest a long-lasting rumour about her remuneration when she was at the peak of her career in the 1970s. Hema clarifies was never the highest paid actress In a recent interview, Hema rubbished the rumour that she was once the “highest paid actress” of Hindi cinema. “No, no, not at all. Who told you that? I used to get a very small amount. I never got so much,” Hema shot back. She clarified that while the filmmakers of that time “liked me a lot”, she never worked for the money. “The more you got famous, your price increased very gradually. I never got the exuberant …

Hema Malini says she wasn’t Bollywood’s highest-paid actor: ‘Never got the exorbitant fees that today’s stars get’

Hema Malini says she wasn’t Bollywood’s highest-paid actor: ‘Never got the exorbitant fees that today’s stars get’

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During the 1970s and early 1980s, Hema Malini was among Bollywood‘s biggest stars and was often regarded as one of the industry’s highest-paid actresses. However, in a recent podcast with Hindi Rush, the veteran actor and politician dismissed the claim, saying she never earned the kind of fees today’s stars command and was never driven by money. Hema Malini talked about the fees that she used to get in Bollywood/ Photo: Shantanu Bhattacharya Hema Malini denies being Bollywood’s highest-paid actress Hema Malini denied being the highest-paid female actor in Bollywood and said, “No, not at all. Kisne bola yeh? (Who said that?) We used to get a very small amount. Itna kuch nahi dete the (They didn’t pay us much). Directors and producers liked me a lot, but I never worked for money. Jaise jaise naam hota hai (As your popularity grew), they would increase the payment a little. That’s all. I never got the exorbitant fees that today’s stars receive. Uska ittu bhi nahi milta tha humko (We didn’t even get a fraction of …

Hema Malini reveals Dharmendra’s last message before death, opens up on bond with Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol

Hema Malini reveals Dharmendra’s last message before death, opens up on bond with Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol

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Veteran actor Dharmendra died at the age of 89 on November 24. The family is still recovering from the loss. In a recent podcast with Hindi Rush, Hema Malini spoke about her late husband’s final message to the family before his death and reflected on the bond she shares with Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol. Hema Malini reveals Dharmendra wanted his family to always be together. Dharmendra’s last message to family before death When asked if she could recall Dharmendra’s last message before he passed away, the actor and politician said, “This is exactly what he said: ‘Be together with the family, hamesha saath mein raho. Whatever work you have, family ko importance dena chahiye’ (Always stay together. No matter what work you have, you should always give importance to your family).” Speaking about Sunny and Bobby, she added, “Bobby and Sunny are wonderful boys. Sunny is very nice and Bobby is very good. We are always together. Publicity nahi karte hain hum log. Apas mein humara ek judav hai (We are always together. We …

‘Be united with the family’

‘Be united with the family’

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4 min readNew DelhiJul 7, 2026 02:28 PM IST Veteran actor Dharmendra passed away in November 2025 at the age of 89 and upon his passing, a wave of grief swallowed his family, friends and the countless fans he had all over the world. In a new interview, his wife, actor-politician Hema Malini opened up about the last message of the late actor wherein he told her to keep the family united. In the chat, Hema also spoke about Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, Dharmendra’s sons from his first marriage with Prakash Kaur, and said that they are all united, contrary to what others might believe. ‘Dharmendra said be with the kids’ Talking to Hindi Rush, Hema shared, “Dharam ji would always say, be with the kids as much as possible. Spend time with the children, with the family. He always said, be united with the family, that is very important in today’s times, which doesn’t really happen now. These days, kids go their separate ways.” ALSO READ | Diljit Dosanjh Satluj row: Why CBFC …