DYK Kamini Kaushal Was Dharmendra’s First Co-Star? Take A Look At Their Pic From 'Pehli Mulaqat'

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actress Kamini Kaushal has passed away at the age of 98, leaving behind a remarkable legacy that spans more than seven decades. But did you know she was also Dharmendra’s very first co-star? The Bollywood icon once shared a treasured photograph from their first meeting. The picture showed a young Dharmendra and Kamini smiling brightly. Dharmendra and Kamini worked together in Shaheed.

When Dharmendra recalled first meeting with Kamini Kaushal

Before Dharmendra became one of Hindi cinema’s most beloved icons, his earliest memories in the film industry were shaped by his first co-star, Kamini Kaushal. The two worked together in Shaheed, and Dharmendra once shared a nostalgic photograph from their first encounter. In his post, he recalled how there was pure joy on both their faces during that initial meeting, describing it as a warm and affectionate introduction that stayed with him forever.He wrote, "Pehli film SHAHEED ki heroine Kamini Kaushal Ke saath pehli mulaqat ki pehli tasvir… Donon ke chihron par massart … ikk pyaar bhari introduction (My first meeting with the heroine of my first film Shaheed, Kamini Kaushal. There is happiness on both our faces, it was an introduction full of love )….” Take a look at the post here:

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According to reports, she had been dealing with age-related health concerns. A source close to her family shared that the family prefers to remain private during this difficult time. She is survived by her sons - Shravan, Vidur, and Rahul Sood - who have not yet released an official statement.Kamini Kaushal’s contribution to Indian cinema spans more than seven decades. She featured in over 90 films and left a lasting mark with her expressive performances and graceful screen presence. Her career began with Neecha Nagar, a film that made global history by winning the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1946. From there, she starred in several acclaimed projects such as Shaheed, Nadiya Ke Paar, Shabnam, Arzoo, and Biraj Bahu.Her filmography also includes notable titles like Do Bhai, Ziddi, Paras, Jailor, Aabroo, Jhanjar, Night Club, and Godaan, each of which showcased her ability to bring depth and emotion to every role she portrayed.May her soul rest in peace.