Dharmendra's Timeless Songs: Celebrating iconic tunes that will live forever

From Jhilmil Sitaron Ka Aangan Hoga to Yamla Pagla Deewana, here's a look at some of the iconic songs that will echo the legacy of the legend we lost today.

Jhilmil Sitaron Ka Aangan Hoga - Jeevan Mrityu (1970)

The iconic song, "Jhilmil Sitaron Ka Aangan Hoga," is visually brought to life on screen by Dharmendra and Rakhee Gulzar in the 1970 film Jeevan Mrityu. The duet song sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Mohammed Rafi remains a favourite of many.

Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas - Black Mail (1973)

Dharmendra and Rakhee's silent connection on screen is nothing short of poetic. The song continues to resonate with larger audiences and perfectly captures love in its most genuine and unwavering form.

Kisi Shayar Ki Ghazal Dream Girl - Dream Girl (1977)

Fans continue to get mesmerised by Dharmendra and Hema Malini's sizzling chemistry that elevates this song to a romantic poem. Their powerful onscreen performances are still widely praised and serve as a reference point for the romantic performances of the new generation of stars.

Aaj Mausam Bada Beimaan Hai - Loafer (1973)

With music by Laxmikant–Pyarelal and lyrics by Anand Bakshi, this timeless Mohammed Rafi ballad from Loafer is soaked in a deep sense of yearning and sorrow. Dharmendra’s understated yet powerful performance adds layers of depth to the song, with his gaze capturing the pain and longing that words simply cannot convey.

Koi Haseena Jab Rooth Jati Hai - Sholay (1975)

One of Dharmendra's most memorable tracks is "Koi Haseena Jab Rooth Jati Hai" from the legendary film Sholay. Sung by Kishore Kumar and composed by R.D. Burman, this song remains a classic.

Main Jat Yamla Pagla - Pratiggya (1975)

The famous track "Main Jat Yamla Pagla" from Pratiggya (1975) was sung by Mohammed Rafi, with music by Laxmikant-Pyarelal and lyrics by Anand Bakshi. Directed by Dulal Guha, the film stars Dharmendra, Hema Malini and Ajit Khan.