Veteran actress Meenakshi Seshadri has expressed her heartfelt gratitude while reflecting on her role in Dharmendra’s iconic production, “Ghayal.”
A Tribute to a Legend
Paying tribute to the legendary actor, Meenakshi recalled how the film became a turning point in her career, appreciating the trust he placed in her. She took to her Instagram to share a throwback image of the ‘Sholay’ actor, stating, “Dharmendra ji at 89 passed away and last rites are also over in a private ceremony. A He Man, Extraordinary human.”
Meenakshi stated, “I cherish the opportunities I had to costar with such a legend. I’m grateful for being cast in his home production ‘Ghayal.’ My condolences to all his family. May he rest in peace.”
About ‘Ghayal’ and Its Success
“Ghayal,” the 1990 action drama written and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, was produced by Dharmendra. The film starred Sunny Deol, Meenakshi, along with Raj Babbar, Moushumi Chatterjee, Om Puri, Amrish Puri, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Shafi Inamdar, Annu Kapoor, Sudesh Berry, and Sharat Saxena. It grossed Rs 20 crore and became a blockbuster hit at the box office.
Meenakshi Seshadri and Dharmendra shared the screen in several Bollywood films over the years, including “Main Balwaan” and “Pyar Ka Karz.”
Recent Events
Dharmendra passed away on November 24. Earlier this month, he was admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital due to breathlessness. Following treatment, he returned home on November 12 to continue his recovery.
In terms of his work, the veteran actor was last seen in the 2024 film “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya,” alongside Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. He will also make a posthumous appearance in Sriram Raghavan’s upcoming war drama “Ikkis,” which features Agastya Nanda and Simar Bhatia. The film is based on the life of Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra.
Celebrated as one of Indian cinema’s most iconic, charismatic, and commercially successful actors, Dharmendra enjoyed a career spanning more than six decades and appeared in over 300 films.