Dharmendra recalled that he received only Rs 51 as the signing amount for his first film after producer T.M. Bihari and his associate emptied their pockets. The actor also credited director Arjun Hingorani for providing him food, shelter and early support in Mumbai
A young Dharmendra once walked uninvited into Dilip Kumar’s home in 1952, driven by starstruck admiration. The moment startled the legendary actor but eventually led to a warm bond, as Dharmendra later met him again after winning the Filmfare talent contest
