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The legendary couple Hema Malini and Dharmendra celebrate their 44th anniversary today. Tap ahead to know all about their adorable love story, a filmy saga!
The duo first met in 1970 on the sets of film Tum Haseen Main Jawan. At this time, Dharmendra was married to Prakash Kaur and Hema was with actor Jeetendra
The next film of the duo was Sholay where love finally blossomed. In fact their chemistry on-screen in the film was highly praised by the audience. It is reported they began dating during this time
Hema’s father rejected Dharmendra as he was already married and had kids. At the same time, Dharmendra’s first wife Prakash too refused to give him a divorce
Despite all the odds, Dharmendra was determined for his love. He converted to Islam so that he could marry the actress and be allowed to have two wives
Finally it was in 1980 that the couple tied the knot as per Iyengar rituals. It was a private affair surrounded by the near and dear ones
In 1981, the couple welcomed their first child Esha Deol. In 1985, the couple was blessed with their second child Ahana Deol
Dharmendra as a father has been a pillar of strength for not just Esha and Ahana, but Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol as well