Veteran Actor Dharmendra Almost Starred In Some Of The Iconic Bollywood Films (Photo Credit –Instagram)

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It’s hard to believe that the legendary actor Dharmendra is no longer with us. The veteran star, fondly known as Bollywood’s He-Man, passed away at the age of 89, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy. With unforgettable performances in films like Sholay, Chupke Chupke, Haqeeqat, Seeta Aur Geeta, and The Burning Train, his filmography is filled with iconic roles. At the same time, there were several popular films that the versatile actor almost starred in but ultimately didn’t. Here’s a look at five such classics.

Waqt (1965)

Shaan isn’t the only multi-starrer on this list that Dharmendra reportedly passed on. According to a TOI report, the veteran actor was also offered a role in Yash Chopra’s immensely popular 1965 ensemble drama Waqt. Had he been a part of the film, it would have added yet another major classic to his already distinguished career.

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Anand (1971)

While it’s difficult to imagine anyone other than Rajesh Khanna in the lead role of Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s heartrending drama Anand, Dharmendra’s versatility makes it easy to believe he would have delivered a remarkable performance. As reported by NDTV, Mukherjee had initially narrated the story of Anand to Dharmendra, but the role eventually went to Rajesh Khanna. The actor-director duo Dharmendra and Hrishikesh Mukherjee had collaborated in Anupama (1966), Satyakam (1969), Guddi (1971), and Chupke Chupke (1975).

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