Heroine Secret Love: Who is the Other Lady in Dharmendra’s Life Apart from Hema Malini and Prakash Kaur?

Many stars in the film industry have hidden secrets in their personal lives. One such mystery surrounds veteran green star Dharmendra. Known for his charm, Dharmendra’s romantic image goes beyond just on-screen charisma.
The personal lives of cinema stars can be as colorful as their reel lives. Who is the mystery woman in veteran green star Dharmendra’s life? Let’s unravel the story.
Dharmendra is not just a star, but the ‘Dream Girl’ Hema Malini’s entry in his life left an impact like no other. Their chemistry in the 1970 film ‘Tum Haseen Main Jawan’ was loved by audiences. Despite having children from his first marriage, Dharmendra and Hema Malini went on to tie the knot until 1980 when they became parents to Esha and Ahana Deol.
The tragic queen with a secret bond wasn’t Meena Kumari from Bollywood but someone else. Known for her personal life struggles, she worked on films like ‘Purnima,’ ‘Kajal,’ and ‘Phool Aur Patthar’ amidst personal turmoil. It was on those sets that Dharmendra and Meena Kumari crossed paths. Their budding friendship lent Meena Kumari a much-needed relief. The bonding between them was a hot topic in the industry.
Meena Kumari’s tragic story didn’t have a happy ending. Severe depression and alcoholism led to her tragic demise at a young age of 38. After her death, a letter from actress Nargis shed light on Meena Kumari’s feelings towards Dharmendra. The letter revealed a deep affection for him and portrayed Dharmendra as a confidant to her.
After the melancholy, another leading lady entered Dharmendra’s life – the dream girl Hema Malini. Her entry into his life in 1970 with the film ‘Tum Haseen Main Jawan’ sparked audiences’ admiration for their chemistry. Eventually, Dharmendra and Hema Malini got married and had children. In 1980, they welcomed their second child, Ahana Deol. It’s after her entry that Dharmendra’s life took a new turn.
Dharmendra’s recent movie ‘Ikkees’ released on December 25, 2025, with him portraying the role of Arun Khetrapal in the film. Prior to this, in 2024, he appeared in ‘Teri Baato Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.’ These films mark the legendary star’s final cinematic appearances in a career filled with numerous super hits and unforgettable memories. At the age of 89, Dharmendra bid adieu to his acting career.