Dharmendra's final on-screen appearance will be in Ikkis, set to release on December 25. He is survived by his wife and actor Hema Malini, and his six children -- actors Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Esha Deol and Ahana Deol, along with Ajeeta and Vijeta.

Born in Sahnewal village, Ludhiana, Punjab, Dharmendra's fascination with films began early in life. His big break came when he won the Filmfare New Talent Contest, which brought him to Mumbai to pursue acting. His debut came with Arjun Hingorani's Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere in 1960. Though his initial years saw him take on smaller roles, his potential was soon recognised, and his career took a major turn with Phool Aur Patthar opposite Meena Kumari -- a film that turned him into an overnight sensation and earned him the title of Bollywood's He-Man.