Dharmendra shares a deep connection with Salman Khan, often referring to him as his third son. This bond is evident in their frequent collaborations, with Salman readily accepting roles in Dharmendra’s films, including cameos, without any financial compensation. A video circulating on social media shows Dharmendra, along with Sunny and Bobby Deol, promoting ‘Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se.’ During the interview, they were asked about their experiences working with Salman Khan, Rekha, and Sonakshi Sinha.
Dharmendra, in response, spoke about the strong bonds he has fostered throughout his career. He mentioned his ability to gather the industry’s support, crediting it to his family’s karma. He then lauded Salman Khan, calling him a genuinely kind person and recounting an incident during a shoot where Salman demonstrated remarkable bravery. He described how Salman jumped into the water to retrieve a fallen camera from the depths. Dharmendra further appreciated Salman’s courage, his dancing, and his emotional nature, stressing the significance of being a good person.
The bond between Salman and Dharmendra is often celebrated on reality shows, with Salman frequently inviting Dharmendra to the Bigg Boss stage.
Salman Khan has a brotherly relationship with Bobby Deol, even casting him in ‘Race 3.’ Furthermore, Salman Khan made a dance cameo in the Deol family’s film ‘Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se.’ He participated in a song, ‘Rafta Rafta,’ alongside Dharmendra, Sunny, Bobby, Rekha, and Sonakshi Sinha.