Dharmendra’s 10 Unforgettable Dialogues: A Look Back At Bollywood Veteran Actor's Filmy Lines As He Recovers Well At Home

Dharmendra’s Iconic Dialogues: As the Bollywood veteran actor, Dharmendra (89), is recovering well at his home, it is time to look back at the “He-Man of Bollywood’s” best dialogues. After being discharged from the hospital on November 12, son’s Sunny Deol's team issued a statement, confirming, “Mr. Dharmendra has been discharged from the hospital and will continue his recovery at home.” Dharmendra is one of the most cherished actors in Indian cinema and his unstoppable charm, wit and on-screen presence have left an indelible mark on his fans across generations. As the actor is recovering strongly, his fans celebrate Dharmendra’s iconic dialogues that contributed towards Bollywood cinema.

Whether it is his punchlines of Veeru in “Sholay” or the patriotic dialogue delivery as Captain Bahadur Singh in “Haqeeqat,” those filmy, fiery, emotional, and utterly quotable lines turned Dharmendra from a regular boy from Punjab into Bollywood’s original action hero. These dialogues have not only marked his raw on-screen presence and his fearless delivery, but also the evolution of storytelling over the decades. Here are the 10 best Dharmendra’s dialogues that defined his stardom and cinematic legacy.

Best Dharmendra’s Dialogues That Define Bollywood

1. “Basanti, in kutton ke saamne mat naachna" - Sholay

This is Dharmendra’s most famous dialogue, which is delivered with a mix of warning, making his character Veeru an immortal.

2. “Uma Ji, shayad aapne khud ko kabhi haste huey nahi dekha. Kabhi chupke se aaine ke saamne jaakar dekhiye aur dekhiye ye hassi kitni khoobsurat hai" - Anupama

This dialogue was tender and heartfelt, which exemplified Dharmendra’s softer side.

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3. “Agar taqdeer mein maut likhi hai toh koi bacha nahi sakta. Agar zindagi likhi hai toh koi mai ka laal maar nahi sakta:" - Dharam Veer

The line was a declaration of fate and courage, embodying Dharmendra’s larger-than-life action hero persona.

4. “Ye duniya bahut buri hai Shaanti. Jo kuch deti hai, bura banne ke baad deti hai" - Phool Aur Patthar

This is a bitter truth delivered poignantly, reflecting Dharmendra’s depth as an actor.

5. “Kabhi zameen se baat ki hai Thakur, ye zameen hamaari maa hai" - Ghulami

This powerful dialogue eflects a deep connection with one’s roots and the dignity of the land.

6. “Pehle ek Hindustani ko samajh jao, Hindi apne aap aa jayegi" - Apne

A patriotic and heartfelt quote that resonates with themes of unity and identity.

7. “Kutte, kaminey, main tera khoon pee jaunga" - Yaadon Ki Baraat

Dharmendra’s dialogue was a fierce declaration of vengeance that has remained fans’ favourite over the years.

8. “Tere ghar mein calendar hai? ’97 tu gaur se dekh le kyunki ’98 tu dekh nahi payega" - Loha

A menacing warning that perfectly encapsulates Dharmendra’s action-hero persona.

9. “Agar t-o ‘to’ hota hai to g-o ‘gu’ kyu nahi hota" - Chupke Chupke

Dharmendra’s witty and humorous line highlights impeccable comedic timing.

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10. “Oye ilaaka kutton ka hota hai, sher ka nahi" - Yamla Pagla Deewana

This filmy line is a cheeky and confident quip that captures Dharmendra’s unmatchable swagger.

Dharmendra's dialogues are more than cinematic lines; they are emotional milestones that continue to resonate with fans around the world. His dialogue delivery carries the charm of courage, romance and simplicity that defined the essence of Bollywood.