Dharmendra, the legendary "He-Man" of Bollywood, is known for his on-screen action and has a reputation for bravery that extends far beyond the silver screen. Recently, anecdotes have resurfaced, highlighting the actor's fearless demeanor, particularly one instance where he directly confronted the underworld.

Actor-director Satyajeet Puri shared these stories, recalling a time when the underworld held considerable power and influence. During this period, receiving a call from the underworld often instilled fear in actors. However, Dharmendra and his family remained unfazed. Puri recounted that Dharmendra issued a stern warning to the underworld, stating, "If you come, the whole of Sahnewal will come from Punjab. You have 10 people, I have an army. Say one word, and truckloads will come to fight. Don't mess with me". This bold declaration reportedly stunned the underworld, who then avoided any conflict with the actor.

Sahnewal is a town with which Dharmendra has strong ties. His confidence wasn't limited to films; he carried it in real life too. This unwavering courage and connection to his roots showcased a different facet of the celebrated actor, proving that his strength wasn't just for the cameras.

Puri also shared another instance of Dharmendra's bravery, recalling an incident where a fan attacked the actor with a knife. Dharmendra, without hesitation, tackled the attacker swiftly. Puri contrasted this with the present-day scenario where actors are often surrounded by entourages and armed security. In the past, actors like Dharmendra and Vinod Khanna moved freely without such security.

Dharmendra's film career includes iconic classics such as "Shola Aur Shabnam" (1961), "Bandini" (1963), "Haqeeqat" (1964), "Mera Gaon Mera Desh" (1971), "Sholay" (1975), "Chupke Chupke", "Dream Girl" (1977), and "Shalimar" (1978).