Dharmendra Changes Name In 'Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya' Movie Credits, Can You Guess The New One?

Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra has decided to change his name, marking a significant shift in his illustrious career that spans over six decades.

Dharmendra's On-Screen Identity Transformation

Dharmendra Changes His Name In 'Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya' Movie Credits/Twitter

The seasoned Bollywood actor Dharmendra, with a remarkable 64-year career in the Hindi film industry, has undergone a change in his on-screen identity.

The 88-year-old actor, who in his latest film can be seen portraying a significant role in the Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon-starrer "Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya," has opted to alter his name as it appears in the film's credits.

Dharmendra has chosen to incorporate his middle name and surname, originally bestowed upon him at birth, into his on-screen persona.

While he has been widely known in the film industry simply as Dharmendra, the veteran actor, born 'Dharam Singh Deol,' has made the decision to reclaim the full name he was given at the outset of his life.

This adjustment adds a unique dimension to his long-standing presence in the cinematic realm.

Dharmendra's Past Decision

Upon making his foray into the film industry in 1960, Dharmendra chose to omit his middle name and surname. Interestingly, when his sons, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, ventured into acting, they opted to preserve their family surname.

It's worth noting that, as of now, Dharmendra has not made any alterations to his name on his Twitter or Instagram profiles. His official social media accounts still display his name as 'Dharmendra Deol'.

Dharmendra In 'Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya'

Meanwhile, in terms of his professional engagements, he has portrayed the character of Shahid's grandfather in "Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya." The movie hit theatres on Friday, February 9, garnering a spectrum of reviews from both film critics and the audience.

Upcoming Projects

Dharmendra's most recent appearance was in Karan Johar's "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani," alongside Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Alia Bhatt, and Ranveer Singh. His upcoming project, "Ikkis," features Amitabh Bachchan's grandson, Agastya Nanda, and is directed by Sriram Raghavan. Additionally, the veteran actor has "Apne 2" in the pipeline, where he will reunite with his sons Sunny and Bobby. However, further details about the film are yet to be disclosed by the makers.

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¡ª Dharmendra Deol (@aapkadharam) September 23, 2023

A Legendary Career

Dharmendra's career has been nothing short of legendary, with memorable roles in iconic films like "Sholay," "Seeta Aur Geeta," and "Chupke Chupke." His ability to seamlessly transition between action-packed roles and heartwarming characters has earned him a special place in the hearts of millions of fans.

Dharmendra's journey in Bollywood continues to be filled with surprises, proving that even after 64 years in the limelight, the legendary actor is not afraid to embrace change.

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