Himani Shivpuri Recalls First Meeting With Late Dharmendra On DDLJ Sets: Felt Like Guddi - Exclusive

Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai actress Himani Shivpuri remembered the late actor Dharmendra after his death on November 24. Her first meeting with the Bollywood legend was on the sets of

her film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, where she recalled being dazzled by his presence. Himani Shivpuri also felt that the late actor was not properly given his due when he was alive.

Himani Shivpuri remembers Dharmendra

In an interview with Telly Talk India, Himani said she vividly remembered meeting Dharmendra for the first time. She said, "It was my second film DDLJ and he had come to the set and what a personality. I think he was in his 60s or late 50s. He was so good looking, red cheeks and such charisma. And I remember all the film moments [of his], Guddi, Chupke Chupke, Sholay, Satyakam, Phool Aur Patthar... I felt like how Guddi must have felt. He was so sweet."

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Himani Shivpuri recalled that her co-star Farida Jalal made the introductions on set. She added, "He said, 'Welcome to the industry,' and gave so many best wishes. He was an amazing human being. So much love and kindness, that was his personality and he was the most underrated actor. We remember Sanjeev Kumar and Dilip Kumar, but Dharam paaji, he did comedy, tragedy, and action. He was the first He-Man. I feel people are now giving him his due. He never got his due; that's how I feel. I think the love people had for him, that is enough for any actor." ALSO READ: 'Salman Khan Used To Come Every Night To Meet Aishwarya Rai And Leave In Morning', Reveals Veteran Actress Himani ShivpuriDharmendra passed away earlier this week from age-related complications. The 89-year-old had been under treatment and was eventually taken back home so he could be with his family.