Bollywood legend Dharmendra has died at the age of 89. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the actor, saying his passing "marks the end of an era in Indian cinema". Best known as Veeru, the lovable petty criminal in the 1975 blockbuster Sholay, Dharmendra appeared in more than 300 films, many hits, captivating audiences for decades. Songs featuring him topped the charts, and his romance and marriage with co-star Hema Malini made headlines. In a 2018 interview with BBC Hindi, he said his father wanted him to study, but he fell in love with films early on and wanted to be a hero. "I watched my first film when I was in the ninth standard and I was hooked. I was wondering, where is this heaven where all these beautiful people live? I thought I must find my way there,” he said. Visit the BBC News website to read more about his life and career. (📷 Hindustan Times/ Getty Images) #Dharmendra #Bollywood #BBCNews