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Dharmendra Addresses Rumors of Converting to Islam for Marriage to Hema Malini

In 1980, Dharmendra married Hema Malini while still being married to his first wife, Prakash Kaur. There were rumors that the Sholay actors had converted to Islam and wed through a nikaah. Dharmendra eventually spoke about these rumors regarding his second marriage in 2004.

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Dharmendra first marriage with Prakash Kaur

Dharmendra had his first marriage with Prakash Kaur in 1954, when he was just 19 years old. The couple has four children - sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, and daughters Ajeita Deol and Vijeta Deol. Both Sunny and Bobby Deol are successful actors in Bollywood.

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Dharmendra second marriage with Hema Malini

In 1980, Dharmendra wed Hema Malini while still married to his first wife, Prakash Kaur. This led to speculation that the pair had converted to Islam and had a nikaah before having a traditional Iyengar wedding.

Dharmendra on reports of converting to Islam to marry Hema Malini

In a 2004 interview with Outlook, Dharmendra refuted the rumors, stating, "This accusation is completely false. I am not someone who would alter my religion for personal gain." The stars of Seeta Aur Geeta have two daughters, Esha Deol and Ahana Deol. Esha's acting career has not been notably successful.

Dharmendra lives with Prakash Kaur

In a conversation with ABP Live this October, Bobby Deol disclosed that Dharmendra and Prakash Kaur reside together at their farmhouse in Khandala. He mentioned, 'They are both currently at the farm in Khandala. Papa and Mummy are together. They enjoy being there.' Meanwhile, Hema Malini resides in her own bungalow.

Worries about Dharmendra's well-being

Over the past fortnight, Dharmendra has frequently visited South Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital. Recent reports suggested that the 89-year-old actor was on ventilator support. However, teams representing Dharmendra and Sunny Deol have denied these claims, asserting that the Satyakam actor is in good health.

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