Mere yaar tere saath bita har pal yaad ayega: Dharmendra gets emotional as he remembers Manoj Kumar

ANI April 6, 2025 131 views

Legendary Bollywood actor Manoj Kumar passed away in Mumbai, leaving behind an incredible cinematic legacy. Dharmendra shared a heartfelt remembrance, highlighting their close friendship and professional respect. Kumar was renowned for his patriotic films that defined an era of Indian cinema. His contributions extended beyond acting, making him a true cultural icon.

"\"Mere yaar tere saath bita har pal yaad ayega\" - Dharmendra
Mumbai, April 5: In fond memory of legendary actor Manoj Kumar, veteran star Dharmendra on Saturday took a stroll down memory lane and shared a vintage picture with the 'Kranti' star.

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Manoj Kumar passed away at 86 after prolonged illness

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Cremated with state honours

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Known as Bharat Kumar for patriotic roles

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Significant Bollywood filmmaker

The throwback picture shows the two stars sharing smiles.

In his caption, Dharmendra mentioned that he will always remember the moments spent with Manoj Kumar.

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"Manoj , mere Yaar Tere saath beta har pal bahut yaad ayega," he captioned the post.

Dharmendra also paid a visit to Manoj Kumar's residence after he learned about his demise.

Manoj Kumar was cremated with state honours at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Mumbai on Saturday.The funeral was attended by prominent Bollywood figures, including Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Salim Khan, and Arbaaz Khan.

The legendary actor and filmmaker passed away at 4:03 am on April 4 at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai after a prolonged illness.

Born Harikrishan Goswami on July 24, 1937, in Abbottabad (now in Pakistan), Kumar became an iconic figure in Indian cinema, especially in the 1960s and 1970s.

The actor was affectionately known as "Bharat Kumar" for his iconic roles in patriotic films such as Upkar, Purab Aur Paschim, and Shaheed.In addition to his acting career, Kumar made significant contributions as a director and producer.

His directorial debut Upkar (1967) won the National Film Award for Second Best Feature Film.

Reader Comments

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Rahul S.
Such a beautiful tribute from Dharmendra ji. Their friendship was truly special. Manoj Kumar's legacy will live on forever through his iconic films. 😢
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Priya M.
The golden era of Bollywood is fading away one legend at a time. Manoj Kumar's patriotic films shaped my childhood. Upkar will always be my favorite!
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Amit K.
While I respect Dharmendra's emotional tribute, I wish the article had included more about Manoj Kumar's directorial achievements. His work behind the camera was equally important as his acting.
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Sunita R.
That vintage photo brought tears to my eyes! Two legends together. The caption "mere yaar" shows how deep their bond was. 💛
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Vikram D.
My grandfather used to tell me stories about watching Manoj Kumar films in theaters. His portrayal of Bharat Kumar was truly inspiring for that generation.
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Neha P.
Rest in peace to a true legend. His contribution to Indian cinema is unparalleled. We need to show his films to younger generations to understand real cinema.

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Dharmendra Manoj Kumar Bollywood Patriotic Films Indian Cinema Mumbai Veteran Actors
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